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Virus cases in Fall River/New Bedford area, state overall, schools, continue sharp decline
New COVID-19 weekly case counts among Massachusetts schools remain high, however, for the third week in a row, cases have…
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Family and friends remember sweet Westport man found dead after going missing
Those who knew a Westport man, who was found deceased after being reported missing, are remembering a life gone too…
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City of Fall River announces shelter, warming center ahead of expected freezing temperatures
(FALL RIVER, MA- February 4th, 2022)- In response to the upcoming cold weather, the First Step Inn and the Timao…
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Victim’s name released in fatal tractor trailer crash on Route 495
One person has been killed after a multi-vehicle crash this morning. According to Massachusetts State Police, at approximately 6:47 a.m.,…
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Fall River man sees certificate suspended over violations
A Fall River man has been reprimanded due to reported violations. After an investigation by the Mashpee Fire Department, Swansea…
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Fall River receives $150,000 grant to provide free menstrual products to schools, shelters, community centers
Fall River, MA (February 3, 2022) — Leaders from the Massachusetts chapter of the National Organization for Women (Mass NOW)…
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Westport man missing from Fall River found dead, no foul play suspected
A Westport man that the Fall River Police Department reported as missing, has been found dead. 28-year-old Jordan D’Amaral was…
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Fall River area schools announcing early dismissals, no school, due to upcoming ice storm
Fall River area schools are making announcements due to the pending ice that is expected to accumulate Friday afternoon and…
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Priest from Diocese of Providence placed on leave due to allegation of sexual abuse of a minor
A local priest who was serving at a church where a school was on the grounds, has stepped down. Rev.…
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Baker-Polito directs non-emergency state employees not to report to work, urges extreme caution due to flash freeze
BOSTON – The Baker-Polito Administration directed all non-emergency state employees working in Executive Branch agencies not to report to their…
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