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Outreach program reaches out to addicts, families
NEW BEDFORD _ The call crackles on the police radio. Someone has overdosed on heroin and needs immediate help. Police respond to the scene, one that has become increasingly common in New Bedford and in cities and towns across the country plagued by heroin addiction. First responders often administer Narcan, a treatment that revives the…
Read MoreCruisers serve as sleighs to deliver gifts to children
New Bedford police cruisers doubled as sleighs Thursday and Friday as officers delivered presents to children in need. Police officers volunteered their time to distribute the gifts to ensure that no family goes without a happy holiday this year. Gifts were provided for children in kindergarten through grade 12. Visits were made to families throughout…
Read MorePolice recruits brighten holidays by serving community
We salute future members of the NBPD and other area departments. Members of the Plymouth Police Academy 63rd Recruit Officer Class (ROC) shared their time and energy during a variety of events this season to help local families have a happier holiday. The class features four recruits from the New Bedford Police Department, including Victoria…
Read MoreSanta aka Sgt. Fernandes visits HayMac
Sgt. Joshua Fernandes filled in for Santa Friday, Dec. 16 at Hayden-Mcfadden Elementary School spreading good cheer and bringing holiday spirit to the event.
Read MoreMark Mahoney retires after 40 years of service
Mark Mahoney was congratulated by Mayor Jon Mitchell, Police Chief Joseph Cordeiro and city employees Monday, Dec. 19 on his retirement as emergency management director after 40 years of service to the city. Mr. Mahoney began his career in 1976 as a volunteer with what was known then as the New Bedford Civil Defense Department.…
Read MoreH.O.P.E Collaborative hiring clinical case manager
Want to make a positive difference in the lives of children and families in the area? This job might be for you! H.O.P.E. Collaborative Job Description Job Title: Lead Clinical Case Manager Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA): Exempt Reports to: Designated employer and H.O.P.E. representative Summary: To provide ongoing support and expertise through comprehensive assessment,…
Read MoreHave a happy and safe holiday season!
With this joyous season quickly approaching, we would like to offer everyone some tips to help keep you and your loved ones safe. • Avoid driving alone or at night • Keep all car doors locked and windows closed while in or out of your car • Park in a well-lighted area • Avoid parking…
Read MoreHelp fill the bus to brighten holiday for children in need
Brighten the season for a local child while boosting your own holiday spirit by participating in the sixth annual Fill the Bus toy drive from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 17. During those hours, a Tremblay’s school bus will be parked outside three New Bedford locations: Walgreens, 1103 Kempton St.; Wonder Bowl, 66…
Read MoreLittle People’s College children create special ornaments
Children from Little People’s College brightened our holidays by creating handmade ornaments, complete with thin blue lines to symbolize solidarity with police. We were proud to place the ornaments on our trees at headquarters at 871 Rockdale Ave. and the downtown station at 572 Pleasant St. The children took a tour of the stations, enjoyed…
Read MoreThree NBPD sergeants graduate from training series
Congratulations to three New Bedford Police Dept. sergeants who graduated Friday, Dec. 9 from the command training series: first line supervisor course at Roger Williams University in Rhode Island. The series explores such topics as discipline, conflict management and performance appraisals, problem solving and community management; fair and impartial policing for supervisors; leadership principles and…
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