Read the Declaration of Independence on July 4th [OPINION]
The Declaration of Independence is one of the most important political documents ever drafted. Americans and those who aspire to be Americans are heirs to it.
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Glory Hallelujah to New Bedford Medal of Honor Hero [PHIL-OSOPHY]
Of the 3,498 who have received the Medal of Honor, only 88 have been Black – and one of them was from New Bedford.
How the Grinch Stole the Fourth of July [OPINION]
Protesters and patriots play by different rules in Massachusetts.
A Great Book By a New Bedford Marine Corps Veteran [OPINION]
Donat 'Dan' Le Blanc has written a powerful and honest book about his life as a Marine who served in Vietnam and barely lived to tell about it.
The Fireworks Should Not Have Been Canceled [OPINION]
The fireworks would have been a treat for a lot of pandemic-weary residents to enjoy the start of a summer that will be devoid of all of the usual celebrations.
The Use of Fireworks Is Still Illegal in Massachusetts
The Dartmouth Police Department wants to remind residents to be safe this summer.
Illegal Fireworks Are Fraying a Lot of Nerves [OPINION]
Report offenses to your local police precinct rather than 911 and be able to provide police with specific information about a location or a vehicle involved.
'Salute to America' Was Awesome [OPINION]
We should make 'A Salute to America' a new Fourth of July tradition.
Coast Guard to Begin Operation Dry Water on Independence Day
Operation Dry Water, a national campaign, will begin on Thursday. Law enforcement crews will be patrolling to ensure boaters are safe on the water.