New Bedford Police News
Public’s help sought in identifying suspect
New Bedford Police are asking for the public’s help in identifying a suspect in a Sept. 23 robbery at Gallery 65, 65 William St. A…
Junior Police Academy introduces youngsters to policing
They don’t wear badges but boys and girls ages 11-13 will receive an inside look at the world of the New Bedford Police Department through…
“What is Addiction?” offers information, support
The Bridge: A Center for Hope and Healing, 351 Elm St., Dartmouth, is hosting “What is Addiction?” from 7-9 p.m. Oct. 24. The program provides…
Two events set to observe Domestic Violence Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month. The Women’s Center is hosting two events this month. Tonight _ Monday, Oct. 2 at 7 p.m. _ a…
Opioid epidemic to be subject of discussion
A discussion on solutions to the national epidemic of opioid use and abuse will be held from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Monday, Oct. 2 at the New…
Coffee with a Cop serves up community bonding
Here’s an idea we hope will perk you up: The chance to have coffee with a cop. Every year at this time, police departments across…
Applications accepted for junior police academy
It’s not too late to sign up for the junior police academy! This is a great opportunity for young people to learn about police work…
Police warn of Snapchat banking scam
New Bedford Police are warning the public about a scam that is targeting banking customers through social media. Targets of the scam are contacted through…
NBPD honors 2017 retirees
Our retirees are all special to us. On Wednesday, Aug. 9, we held a ceremony at police headquarters to honor our 2017 retirees. They received…
Officers help locate missing man with medical issues
Sometimes the smallest task leads to big results. That’s the case of Officers Bryan dosAnjos, left in photo, and Paul Pires who were headed to…
Narcotics, gang units arrest 13, take two guns off streets
New Bedford Police narcotics and gang detectives made 13 arrests Thursday and took two guns, marijuana and crack cocaine off the street Thursday as part…
Parade route posted, safety urged at feast
One of New Bedford’s premiere events, The Feast of the Blessed Sacrament, returns for the 103rd time this weekend, Aug. 3-6, at the feast grounds.…
No parking signs posted for Thursday night street cleanings
From now through Nov. 1, certain streets will be cleaned overnight Thursday into Friday. This begins overnight July 27 into Friday July 28. No parking…
NBPD seek public’s help in finding bomb threat suspect
Police are looking for the public’s help in locating Heather Perkins, 37, who is being sought in connection with bomb threats and threats of violence…
North End street sweeping set July 5 and 6
In a continuing effort to beautify the city, The Department of Public Infrastructure will conduct a major street sweeping in the North End of the…
Operation Dry Water promotes sober boating
Drinking and boating can be a fatal mix. The port security division of the New Bedford Police Department joins law enforcement from across the country…
Two new officers sworn into NBPD family
The New Bedford Police Department welcomed two new officers Thursday, June 29, at City Council chambers at City Hall, 133 William St. Mark Conley…
New officers to be sworn in June 29
We are proud to announce that the New Bedford Police Department will welcome two new officers at 11 a.m. Thursday, June 29, at City Council…
BaySox honor first responders June 29
What’s even better than a summer night at the ballpark? A night when the BaySox honor hometown heroes. The team will salute police…
Drop-in center offers support to those facing opioid issues
Many lives are touched by opioid use and addiction, which can wreak havoc on the lives of users and their families. A monthly drop-in…