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A New Bedford man was arrested Tuesday afternoon after threatening another person with a machete at a West End apartment.

A New Bedford man was convicted at trial last week of illegal firearm offenses and was sentenced to serve up to three and a half years in state prison.

New Bedford Police have arrested two males, including a juvenile, in connection to last week’s shooting in the city’s West End.

New Bedford Police arrested two women early Monday morning after they allegedly interfered with officers attempting to break up a fight.

Citizens expect information in a concise and timely manner from the City of New Bedford and New Bedford Police.

The media should not have to chase the police for information on important events.

Multiple scanner reports and witness accounts have indicated that two young men were shot Monday night just outside Temple Landing property on Middle Street.

Police seized a small amount of fentanyl during their investigation.

The five new officers graduated Tuesday from a police academy in Reading.

Mayor Mitchell tells WBSM News the City intends to move to dismiss the charges. The Mayor adds that the union had a recent offer from the City.