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Fall River Fire Department announces first Safe Station program in the state
The Fall River Fire Department announced this week the recent implementation of the “Fall River Safe Station” Project. The Safe…
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Community comes together to donate car to Fall River man who is beating the odds
One thing you know about Fall River residents is that if someone is truly in need, they step up. This…
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Fall River Bristol Community College student given prestigious national honor
Bristol Community College is proud to announce that graduating student Katherine Haley, of Fall River, Mass., has been named a…
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Community
Fall River, New Bedford, other organizations, receive total of $1.5 million for racial equity in drug treatment
BOSTON – Attorney General Maura Healey today announced that $1.5 million has been awarded to 16 organizations across the state…
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Former Fall River firefighter turning life around through boxing, taking on first pro opponent Saturday
A former Fall River firefighter has been turning his life around by getting ready for his first professional boxing match.…
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Editorial: The heartbreak and struggles of a family dealing with addiction during the pandemic
This is an editorial from someone in Fall River that we will call Jane to protect her identity. She wanted…
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Opioid fight exacerbated by isolation and anxiety from pandemic
By Matt Murphy When the COVID-19 pandemic struck, organizers considered canceling their September event planned to bring awareness to the…
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Fall River residents to stand out throughout the city to bring awareness to impacts of addiction and overdose
Two local organizations are looking to shine a light on addiction and overdose during International Overdose Awareness Month. On Saturday,…
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If you were provided drug for opioid addiction, you may be eligible to get money
If you were provided a drug for opioid addiction, you may be eligible to get money. According to the FTC,…
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$1.4 million annually to be used for new Mobile Addiction vans in Fall River, New Bedford, Boston, Springfield, Worcester
BOSTON (May 20, 2020)- The Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) today announced the award of four contracts to provide…
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