The Swansea Police Department is advising residents of a reported black bear sighting in the area the 200 block of Marvel Street as well as Hemingway Drive.
The bear was observed a short time ago by two separate residents. Swansea Animal Control and the Massachusetts Environmental Police have been notified of the sighting.
Swansea PD notes that while black bears generally avoid human interaction, residents are encouraged to remain alert and take appropriate precautions…