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Shot Spotter gunshot detection tool on chopping block in New Bedford
19+ hour, 42+ min ago (503+ words) NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) " When a gun is fired in New Bedford, there's currently an audio detection tool in place to alert police. But as the city grapples with a $32 million budget gap, that tool, Shot Spotter, is on the…...
Liquor store in New Bedford broken into during historic blizzard
3+ mon, 5+ day ago (90+ words) Man charged after vandalizing American flag-themed crosswalk in East Providence East Providence police said a man was arrested after he vandalized the newly painted American flag-themed crosswalk over. .. Liquor store in New Bedford broken into during historic blizzard by ALEXIS…...
Dighton Middle School students get a hands-on lessons in public safety
1+ day, 21+ hour ago (339+ words) by CHRISTIAN RAPOZA, NBC 10 NEWS DIGHTON, Mass. (WJAR) " Students at Dighton Middle School got a special lesson outside of the classroom today. A major response at Dighton Middle School wasn't for a crime, but instead to teach students about careers…...
Brockton man facing assault charges after police pursuit
2+ day, 26+ min ago (175+ words) DIGHTON, Mass. (WJAR) " The Dighton Police Department and Massachusetts State Police said a Brockton man was facing numerous charges after allegedly leading a police chase on May 27. Leandro Silva Cardoso was charged with assault and battery on a police officer,…...
Gov. Healey announces new state-wide guidance to deal with ICE in Massachusetts
2+ day, 3+ hour ago (217+ words) by FRANK MARADIAGA, NBC 10 NEWS (WJAR) " Gov. Maura Healey announced new statewide guidance on dealing with U. S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents. This new guidance is meant to help residents at school campuses, health care facilities, and places of worship to…...
Mi Sueno goes before Providence Board of Licenses after assault incident
2+ day, 6+ hour ago (70+ words) WJAR Mi Sueno goes before Providence Board of Licenses after assault incident by NBC 10 NEWS (WJAR) " Mi Sueno nightclub is going before the Providence Board of Licenses on Thursday following an assault incident over the weekend. Police say a man…...
Mansfield man faces weapons, drug charges after house search
2+ day, 21+ hour ago (111+ words) A Mansfield man is facing weapons and drug charges after a local multi-agency and federal investigation. Police said they arrested 26-year-old Jonathan Mejia on Tuesday after executing a search warrant on Oakland Street. Officers said members of the Northern Bristol…...
Man charged after vandalizing American flag-themed crosswalk in East Providence
3+ day, 5+ min ago (197+ words) EAST PROVIDENCE, R. I. (WJAR) " East Providence police said a man was arrested after he vandalized the newly painted American flag-themed crosswalk over the weekend. According to officials, they responded to the crosswalk on Turner Avenue after receiving reports of a black…...
2 juveniles accused of attempting to steal vehicle in New Bedford
2+ day, 20+ hour ago (283+ words) New Bedford police shared bodycam footage showing the interaction with the two juveniles. (New Bedford Police Department) NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WJAR) " New Bedford police said two juveniles were arrested Tuesday night after they attempted to steal a vehicle. According to…...
Massachusetts State Police use Air Wing to capture fleeing dirt bikes in Brockton
3+ day, 5+ hour ago (92+ words) President Donald Trump holds a Cabinet Meeting. This marks the tenth time the Cabinet has gathered during Trump's second term. (WJAR) " The Massachusetts State Police Department recently used its Air Wing unit to help troopers catch fleeing dirt bikes. The…...