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Knives Now Allowed On Planes – How Do You Feel About That? [POLL]

JR — Wed, 06 Mar 2013 19:00:42 +0000

I for one, was quite surprised over the Transportation Security Admionistrations new ruling relaxing the ban on knives on commercial airline flights here int he U.S. They have been banned since September 11, 2001. But now, passangers will be allowed to carry a pocketknife on board the plane. We can also carry-on golf clubs, ski [...]

Warning: Be Careful When Charging Phones In Your Car

Scott Reiniche — Sat, 09 Feb 2013 16:24:43 +0000

Many people without power are turning to their cars to charge cell phones, and ipods. Please be cautious! While these tips may seem like common sense, many people don’t think of them. First, if you have a garage, do not start the car and leave it running with the garage door closed. Second, if your [...]

Answer To A Mom's Question About School Resource Officers

JR — Tue, 18 Dec 2012 16:38:45 +0000

This morning we took a call from the mother of a student at Dartmouth schools. She said her son was told that the school’s resource officer, who is a police officer, does not carry a gun. We did not think the son was correct, but we asked for verification from those who might know for sure. We heard [...]

You Are Now Safer In Your Car Than Anytime In Over 62 Years

JR — Tue, 11 Dec 2012 17:59:03 +0000

Safer cars and less people driving under the influence of alcohol are a couple of reasons given for the latest numbers released by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration on auto accident deaths and injuries. In 2011, 32,367 people died in vehicle crashes here in the U.S. That’s the lowest number in any year since [...]

Are Your Vehicle's Airbags Counterfeit?

JR — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 19:54:55 +0000

Odds are the airbags in your car are the real deal, and will deploy when needed. However, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warned today that car owners whose air bags have been replaced in the past three years may have dangerous counterfeit bags. Tens of thousands of cars could be on the road with [...]

New Bedford Fire Station Hosts Open House

Billy Teed — Mon, 08 Oct 2012 18:57:53 +0000

Living in New Bedford, in buildings that often have more than one story and families living within, it's important to have a fire safety plan. It could save your life, and the city's Fire Department wants to help and is holding an open house from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesday night at Fire Station 2 on 868 Pleasant St.