Mary Serreze

Seasoned newswoman, former reporter at The Springfield Republican | MassLive and with WHMP/WRSI radio in Northampton. I am thrilled to be living in the beautiful SouthCoast area. Interested in all things. Send news tips to news@wbsm.com. I can be reached at mary.serreze@townsquaremedia.com.

Baker Orders COVID Curfew, Mandatory Masks, Smaller Parties

Restaurants must close by 9:30 p.m. to get people home by 10 p.m. under a new set of rules designed to block the spread of COVID-19.

Gomes Elementary School Teacher Tests Positive for COVID-19

The teacher tested positive Tuesday and has not been inside the building since Friday, officials said.

New Bedford Firefighters in Quarantine After COVID-19 Exposure

A firefighter participated in a training exercise then tested positive, the mayor's office confirmed.

Westport Police Target Alcohol Consumption at ‘Boat Beach’

The department said it wants to remind people that boating while drunk is a crime.

Whaling City Festival Postponed Until After Labor Day

Organizer Michael Sylvia said he's 'cautiously optimistic' that the event can be held in the fall.

BP Zoo Welcomes Baby Bearded Emperor Tamarins

The twins were born in New Bedford on Oct. 20.

Santa Run Draws Crowd to Mattapoisett [PHOTOS]

It's a new location for the Santa Run, which in years past has been held in New Bedford.