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Former correctional officer sentenced for trying to smuggle drugs into Wyatt
PROVIDENCE – A former correctional officer was sentenced in federal court Monday for trying to smuggle a synthetic drug into the prison for a Hartford, Connecticut, gang member awaiting trial on a drug-related murder, according to federal officials and court documents. Kristopher White, 26, who worked at the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility in Central Falls from December 2019 until Dec. 2, 2021, pleaded guilty on May 13 to a federal charge of attempting to provide contraband...
'Keep this road race going': 30 years after police officer's killing, Giunta 5K runs on
FALL RIVER — Police Sgt. Erick Bettencourt addressed Uniform Division officers at roll call recently, asking them to remember that they're connected to history. “There’s a guy on our job right now whose dad worked here, and his dad sat down at roll call one day, just like you guys are now,...
It's National Fried Scallops Day. Here's 9 must-try New Bedford area restaurants
If you live in the Greater New Bedford area, scallops are sure to be one of your favorite proteins. They may be your usual order, or they may be a special occasion treat. Either way, you know you are having a delicious meal. Although you don’t need a reason to indulge in this gem from the sea, it’s National Fried Scallops Day on Wednesday, Oct. 2 — the best day to order them. ...
Fall River Dog Found as a Stray Still Knows How to Love Unconditionally [WET NOSE WEDNESDAY]
Happy Wet Nose Wednesday! Let's talk animals. Local shelters are overflowing with animals and they need our help. It is our mission to unite these adorable animals up for adoption with the perfect forever families. Every week, we shine a light on one lucky animal, and this week, we head...
Taunton Student Wins Logo Contest For 2024 Lights On Festival
TAUNTON (WBSM) — A Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical student's design will be the official 2024 logo for the Taunton Lights On Festival. Jake Aumock, an 11th-grade student in Bristol-Plymouth's Graphic Design technical program, was announced as the winner this week. Along with having his design chosen, Aumock will also receive...
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