Earth Day Recycling Event at Buttonwood Park Zoo
In anticipation of Earth Day, New Bedford's Buttonwood Park Zoo is hosting an electronics recycling event.
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Zoo Mourns Loss of Beloved Seal
New Bedford's Buttonwood Park Zoo abruptly closed for two days, leading to speculation. However, the zoo said it was due to the death of a beloved harbor seal.
Zoo Mourns the Loss of Beloved Opossum
Buttonwood Park Zoo mourns the passing of Odin, a beloved Virginia opossum who served as a vital educational ambassador for his species.
Toe Jam Puppet Band Returns
The Toe Jam Puppet Band is ready for kids and parents to sing and dance along with them at Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford.
Kids Send Love Letter and Money to BP Zoo for Ruth the Elephant
BP Zoo has been inundated with messages of support since Ruth's passing, but there were two cards that stood out among the rest that were extra special.
New Bedford to Memorialize Beloved Zoo Elephant Ruth
The City of New Bedford is planning a public memorial for Ruth, the Asian elephant who called the city home since 1986 but who passed away recently.
Ruth the Elephant Passes Away
New Bedford's Buttonwood Park Zoo staff is ending the year with very heavy hearts after announcing the sad news that Ruth the elephant has died.
Lawsuit Against City of New Bedford Over Buttonwood Park Zoo Elephants Dismissed
A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit against the City of New Bedford regarding the care of Emily and Ruth, the Asian elephants at the Buttonwood Park Zoo.
SouthCoast Iconic Landmarks That Are Younger Than Ruth the Elephant
At 66, New Bedford's Ruth the Elephant is older than several SouthCoast landmarks that have emerged since her arrival at Buttonwood Park Zoo in 1986.
Ruth Enters Hospice Care
Ruth, one of the beloved Asian elephants at New Bedford's Buttonwood Park Zoo, has entered hospice care after a number of health issues.