kempton street

A New Bedford drunk driver will spend up to seven years in prison after pleading guilty to vehicular manslaughter in the 2018 death of a Dartmouth father of two.

For a few weeks in July 1970, parts of Kempton Street in New Bedford were a no-go for some residents, with barricades made of burnt out cars — and the violence culminated in the murder of a teenager in broad daylight.

Police are investigating an armed robbery that took place at a New Bedford convenience store early Monday morning.

These busy stretches of road in New Bedford can confuse regular commuters and visitors alike.

New Bedford police arrested two men in two separate car thefts just hours apart on the same day, beginning with a resident who found a man sleeping in their yard — only to have him allegedly steal their car.

Police in New Bedford have arrested a Pembroke man after he allegedly struck an officer with his car and then fled the scene, leading officers on a chase that ended on Route 24.

Power outages caused by downed power lines from strong wind gusts early Tuesday morning are being reported across the SouthCoast.

Juice fans rejoice, there's a new café coming soon to Kempton Street.

NEW BEDFORD — New Bedford Police are on the scene of a reported stabbing on Kempton Street. The stabbing occurred at about 12:51 p.m. this afternoon. Police say the victim has injuries that are not life-threatening. They also say the situation is very active and remains under investigation...

Authorities are investigating shots fired inside a New Bedford barbershop Saturday afternoon.