NEW BEDFORD, Mass. (WLNE) — The New Bedford Fire Department said that a fire displaced 18 people on April 12. The fire occurred around 4:30 p.m. on Fair Street. Firefighters said they discovered the fire at the rear of the house and that it extended to the roof. There were no injuries and the ca use of the fire is under investigation. Categories: Massachusetts, New Bedford, News ...read more read less