The Bristol County Sheriff’s Office Wants to Make Sure You Are OKThe 'Are You OK?' program through the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office is simple, free, and has saved lives in emergency cases all over the SouthCoast.Kasey Silvia
Plane Crash Simulation in New Bedford ThursdayA number of emergency responders will take part in a training exercise at the New Bedford Regional Airport this week, simulating a plane crash.Taylor Cormier
Pedestrian MedFlighted from FairhavenA pedestrian who had been struck by a car in Fairhaven Wednesday morning has been flown to an area hospital.Taylor Cormier
9-1-1 Texting Now AvailableMassachusetts cellphone users can now text 9-1-1 for help. Associated Press
9-1-1 Cell Phone Calls Operational AgainTechnical issues with the 911 system, and the resulting wireless capability outages, have been resolved.Taylor Cormier
Injured Swimmer Rescued in DartmouthA swimmer in Dartmouth is rescued after suffering a serious injury.Taylor Cormier
Fall River Under Emergency Water Conservation RestrictionsA mechanical issue at the pumping facility has led to city residents being placed under the emergency restrictions.Tim Weisberg
Snow Parking Ban Nets $32K in FinesOver 600 vehicles were cited for illegal parking during the City's snow emergency parking ban. You can skip the lines and pay online.Taylor Cormier
Hastings Middle School Opening as a Storm ShelterFairhaven residents impacted by the forthcoming blizzard can utilize the Hastings Middle School as an emergency shelter beginning at 5 a.m. Tuesday.Tim Weisberg
Overflow Shelter ActivatedGuests can start arriving at 6 p.m. with an 8:45 p.m. cutoff time.Taylor Cormier