New Bedford Police: Avoid Far North End, Bear in the Area
New Bedford Police have asked people to avoid a far North End neighborhood as a black bear has been spotted making its way through the area.
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Dartmouth Police Report Bear Sighting in Town
As the black bears continue to work their way down onto the SouthCoast, one has now been spotted in the northern part of Dartmouth.
Fall River, Assonet Bear Sightings Reported
After sightings in Taunton and Mansfield, it seems the black bears are now making their way south, with weekend sightings reported in Assonet and Fall River.
Black Bear Sightings Reported in Taunton, Mansfield
It is bear season on the SouthCoast, and black bears have been seen around northern Bristol County in Mansfield and Taunton in recent days.
SouthCoast More Likely to See Black Bears as Population Shifts
According to the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries and Wildlife, 'black bears have been increasing in numbers and distribution since the 1970s.'
Backyard Chicken Owners Need To Read This Wildlife Warning
I have always wanted to keep chickens in my backyard, but after reading a recent warning from the Massachusetts Division of Fisheries & Wildlife, I'm a little glad I don't have any yet.
It seems with all the extra black bear sightings around the area, comes the warning that these big guys are going after chickens and destroying coops to get to them.
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Rhode Island and Massachusetts Wildlife Experts Warn Residents: ‘Be Bear Aware’
The weather has gotten warm quick and it's no surprise that winter's hibernating animals are waking up and looking for food. In fact, bears are reportedly everywhere these days with sightings being reported all across Rhode Island and Massachusetts...
"Boo Boo" the Black Bear Spotted in Wareham
The Wareham Department of Natural Resources says a black bear has been spotted in South Wareham and it may be the infamous 'Boo Boo' seen in other towns.
Middelborough Animal Control Warns Residents of Black Bears
Middleborough Animal Control posted on their Facebook page Tuesday about a few black bears in the area. A mother was seen near Oak Point with her cubs, and they are warning residents to not leave food outside.
"Please read the following from the state regarding black bears" HERE...