Bulldozer Clears Snow on New Bedford Street

Resident says at least 4 feet of snow blocked access to the road

Published on Feb. 24, 2026

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A bulldozer was called in to plow School Street in New Bedford, Massachusetts after heavy snowfall left at least 4 feet of snow blocking access between residents' driveways and the road.

Why it matters

New Bedford has faced several major winter storms this season, leaving many residential streets impassable. The city has limited resources to clear all affected areas, so residents have had to rely on their own efforts or call in private equipment to dig out.

The details

Penny Pimentel, a resident of School Street, reported that a bulldozer arrived on February 24th to clear the heavy snow that had accumulated, making the street inaccessible. Pimentel said there was at least 4 feet of snow between her driveway and the street.

  • The bulldozer arrived on February 24, 2026 to clear School Street in New Bedford.

The players

Penny Pimentel

A resident of School Street in New Bedford who reported the need for a bulldozer to clear the heavy snow.

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The takeaway

This incident highlights the challenges faced by New Bedford residents after major winter storms, as the city struggles to clear all affected streets in a timely manner. Private equipment may be required when municipal resources are stretched thin.