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Why New Bedford Got Burned in BBQ Ranking
A lawn care site's survey called New Bedford the worst BBQ city – maybe because there’s no Southern-style BBQ in town.

Could Big Lots Return to Fairhaven?
Big Lots closed nationwide in 2024, but signs in Fairhaven suggest the store could reopen if the chain desires. Shopping carts and shelves remain inside, ready for a comeback.

Buzzards Bay Musicfest Returns for a 27th Year of Free Music By the Sea
The 2025 Buzzards Bay Musicfest will bring the world of classical, chamber and jazz music to the Marion waterfront this week.

Controversial Waste Facility Gets State OK
Mass DEP approved a New Bedford waste site despite public backlash. The plan still requires Board of Health approval. Noise, pollution, and traffic are major concerns.

9-Year-Old Boy Dies at Dartmouth Beach
After swimming at Dartmouth’s Jones Beach, a 9-year-old boy experienced medical distress and died. Officials say the death is not considered suspicious.

Teen Dies in Multi-Vehicle Crash in Fairhaven
A fatal Route 6 crash in Fairhaven killed a local teen and injured others in a three-car collision. The incident remains under investigation.

Wareham Man Killed in July 4 Fireworks Incident
Wareham man dies after fireworks explode in his face during July 4 celebration in Swifts Beach neighborhood.

Fatal Crash in Middleboro
A 72-year-old woman died in a single-car crash off Route 28 in Middleboro. Police say her vehicle veered off-road into woods.

Firearms, Silencer Seized After Domestic Violence Arrest
Police found an AR-15, shotgun, and thousands of rounds of ammo after arresting a man at the Dartmouth Motor Inn in a domestic violence case.

New Bedford Man Sentenced for Violent South End Attack
New Bedford's Dante Hector was sentenced to up to 6.5 years for a 2024 stabbing and robbery caught on video in the South End.