Children's Advocacy Center

Up to 20 years in prison for a New Bedford man after he was convicted of aggravated child rape earlier this month — and the Bristol County District Attorney's Office is crediting its new assistance dog, Chief, for helping the victim during forensic interviews.

Local social workers and law enforcement authorities are reminding SouthCoast residents that trafficking happens year-round — and it happens in New Bedford too.

An Attleboro man will serve 15 to 18 years in state prison after he repeatedly raped a young teen girl, the Bristol County District Attorney's Office announced Wednesday.

Director Michelle Loranger visits Townsquare Sunday.

The non-profit agency provides a coordinated response to disclosures and allegations of child sexual abuse, severe physical abuse, and witnesses to violence.

Local officials agree, it's not something they want to talk about, but something that needs to be talked about. April is National Sexual Assault Awareness and Child Abuse Prevention Month. The City of New Bedford is helping to raise awareness of both dangers...

The Bristol County District Attorney's office has made a substantial financial contribution to the Children's Advocacy Center. At a luncheon last week, Bristol County DA Tom Quinn presented a $20,000 check to the Advocacy Center in recognition of Child Abuse Prevention Month...

The Children's Advocacy Center of Bristol County says it needs more state funding to provide treatment and counseling support for sexually-abused children and their families. Center officials and their supporters met with state lawmakers Friday in Fall River, making a case for additional funding...