NEW BEDFORD — Ruth, the beloved elephant at Buttonwood Park Zoo has died. "It is with heavy hearts that the Buttonwood Park Zoo shares the passing of Ruth, a 66-year-old year Asian elephant who ...

Ruth, one of Buttonwood Park Zoo’s two beloved Asian elephants, is nearing the end of her long life. The zoo announced on Tuesday that Ruth has entered hospice care, citing her advanced age ...

NEW BEDFORD – Buttonwood Park Zoo in New Bedford is mourning the death of a 66-year-old elephant that has been an iconic member of the zoo for nearly 40 years. The zoo announced the death of ...

NEW BEDFORD — After a long and happy life at the Buttonwood Park Zoo, beloved Asian elephant Ruth passed away on Dec. 28, 2024 at the age of 66. Now the staff is monitoring Emily as she ...

NEW BEDFORD — A federal judge has held that Buttonwood Park Zoo's elephant Ruth “received consistent and high-quality veterinary care,” while dismissing a lawsuit against the city ...