U.S. EPA: No Health Threat from PCB Harbor Emissions
A new report from academic researchers concluded that any PCB air pollution in the area comes from the harbor, and not from other industrial polluters.
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Airborne PCBs Near New Bedford Harbor Said Bad for Public Health
Boston University researchers found that PCB emissions near the harbor are among the worst in the nation.
Florida Man Accused of Acushnet ATM Heist
The Brazilian national allegedly used fake ATM cards to fraudulently withdraw funds.
Giant Craft Fair to Benefit Gifts to Give [TOWNSQUARE SUNDAY]
The craft fair is Sunday, December 8 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Lakeville Woman Killed in Crash on Route 140 in Taunton
Three people were also hospitalized as a result of the crash.
Coffee with a Cop Events on the SouthCoast
Local police departments would like to invite you to join them for a cup of coffee and conversation.
Acushnet Fire Cancels Nighttime 9/11 Memorial Ceremony Due to EEE
In a post to Facebook, Acushnet Fire Chief Kevin Gallagher says he’s officially canceled this year’s ceremony, saying the decision “was not made lightly.”
Mattapoisett Officials: Fax Mosquito Control Requests, No Calls
Gagne issued a memo requesting mosquito spraying requests be faxed rather than called into county officials due to phone lines overburdened with requests.
Cape Cod Man Sentenced to State Prison for 2018 Acushnet Stabbing
On August 1, 2018, Acushnet Police responded to a report of a man being stabbed in the area of 36 Nye Avenue.
First Responder of the Month Winner for June 2019
The New Bedford Police Union Cycling Team is the third titleholder in our First Responder of the Month program.