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Community Fall River Fire Department battles blaze at 6-family residence, rescues pets Published 2 minutes ago on February 19, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The Fall River Fire Department battled a bl...

Community Fall River’s Iced Out Pub taking steps in an attempt to reopen Published 1 minute ago on February 19, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River establishment that had its licenses revoked a...

Health Southcoast Health welcomes seven new providers to expand patient care throughout the area Published 1 minute ago on February 18, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet FAIRHAVEN, FALL RIVER, NEW BEDFORD...

latest Fall River’s Mitch Raposo looking to put a win streak together with next UFC opponent announced Published 2 minutes ago on February 17, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man is looking...

Community 91-year-old retired priest who served in Fall River, Taunton, North Attleboro, Marion, South Dartmouth, Provincetown, has died Published 1 hour ago on February 17, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tw...

latest Mutual Agreement Reached to Terminate WSAR Management Joint Venture and Relocation Plans Published 11 seconds ago on February 17, 2026 By mikesilvia Share Tweet Fall River, MA – WSAR 1480 AM / ...

Crime Fall River woman held on bail after pleading not guilty in double stabbing Published 31 seconds ago on February 17, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River woman has pled not guilty after mul...

Community Fall River’s Nite Owl will reopen soon if all goes according to plan Published 20 seconds ago on February 17, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo by Mod Betty Share Tweet An iconic Fall River landmark w...

Community Famous inventor with important scientific contributions who collaborated with Edison and Bell lived and rests in Fall River Published 27 seconds ago on February 16, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share T...

Crime 32-year-old Fall River woman identified, charged, after double stabbing Published 3 minutes ago on February 16, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Multiple people were stabbed and a suspect arrested ...

Community Fall River man, former Fall River auxiliary police officer passes away at 71 Published 28 seconds ago on February 16, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man who gave back to his comm...

Crime State Police arrest 18-year-old Fall River teen after an attempted motor vehicle stop Published 1 minute ago on February 15, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet State Police arrested a local teen Frid...

Health Fall River nurse practitioner part of group that brought health, faith, housing, to Brazilian Amazon Published 1 minute ago on February 15, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River family nur...

Causes Fall River Forever Paws Ragu will tolerate ALL of your shenanigans and will probably drag you into a few more Published 2 minutes ago on February 15, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet If you’re loo...

Crime Suspect and victims stabbed in afternoon incident in Fall River Published 28 seconds ago on February 14, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Several people were stabbed after an incident Saturday afte...

Education Over $50,000 in scholarships available from the Fall River Scholarship Foundation in 2026 Published 1 minute ago on February 14, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Over $50,000 in scholarships is...

Community 83-year-old Fall River woman who worked for 25 years in Fall River schools passes away Published 1 hour ago on February 14, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet OBITUARY Barbara P. (Braney) Simcock...

Community A Fall River institution, Candy & Nut Center, is closing; here is your chance to show Jay Levine what he has meant to the community Published 1 hour ago on February 13, 2026 By Ken Paiva Sha...

Community Parishes throughout the Diocese of Fall River will mark Lent with distribution of ashes, abstinence, fasting Published 3 hours ago on February 13, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet FALL RIVER — ...

Education Fall River School Committee to hold meeting to review terminating Superintendent Curley’s contract without cause Published 1 minute ago on February 12, 2026 By Ken Paiva Superintendent Dr. T...

Causes Loved ones looking for public’s help to save life of Fall River man after devastating diagnosis Published 54 seconds ago on February 12, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Loved ones are urgently lo...

Healey signs bill that moves Fall River Police Chief to civil service position Published 19 seconds ago on February 12, 2026 By mikesilvia Share Tweet On Jan 29, 2026, Governor Healey signed the bill ...

latest Fall River Director of Veterans Services organizes committee for State Rep Alan Silvia’s 7th Bristol seat Published 56 seconds ago on February 12, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Fall River’s Dir...

Gelais announces candidacy for the Massachusetts House of Representatives in the 8th Bristol District Published 5 minutes ago on February 12, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Jesse St. Gelais (R, Acushne...

Crime Man sentenced after driving around with illegal gun while Intoxicated, crashing in Dartmouth Published 41 seconds ago on February 12, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Bristol County District Attorn...

latest Fall River, spot known for more than just pizza announces they are closing their doors Published 2 minutes ago on February 11, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of Google Share Tweet A popular f...

Community With locations in Massachusetts and Rhode Island, new Mexican restaurant coming to Fall River; here is when they hope to open Published 1 hour ago on February 11, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Twe...

latest Complaints on snowstorm response leads to Fall River City Council resolution for Public Works Committee debriefing Published 33 seconds ago on February 11, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of F...

Community Services announced for veteran, former Fall River Fire Lieutenant who passed away Published 1 minute ago on February 11, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man who gave decades of se...

Community Fall River Police respond after emergency evacuation at Boys & Girls Club Published 10 minutes ago on February 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Fall River Police responded to a reported thr...

latest Home cooking could just be what is needed as Fall River’s Sanon and the Red Storm coming to Providence to take on Friars Published 17 seconds ago on February 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A...

latest Fall River man arrested twice in 6 months for drug trafficking sentenced to prison Published 44 seconds ago on February 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man has pled guilty on dru...

Community Fall River man reported missing has died, just days after other family member passes away Published 59 seconds ago on February 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Some say that God will never ...

Community Services announced for Fall River mother and son who died from fatal gunshot wounds Published 31 seconds ago on February 9, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Services have been announced after a...

Education Fall River Public Schools recognizes 6 employees nominated by colleagues with Crystal Apple Award Published 32 seconds ago on February 9, 2026 By Ken Paiva Tony Rodrigues (Courtesy Fall Rive...

Community Charlton Memorial Hospital 2025 Volunteer of the Year from Fall River passes away Published 24 seconds ago on February 8, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man who volunteered his t...

Community Fall River Fire, Massachusetts Hazmat identify and neutralize highly explosive compound Published 49 seconds ago on February 8, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of Gianna Akimichi Share Twee...

Causes With Valentine’s Day approaching, Fall River Forever Paws releases profile for Maddox, a mature gentleman seeking a long-term relationship & that forever kinda love Published 21 seconds ago on ...

Crime Suspect Killed, Two Officers Wounded in Early Morning Fall River Police Shooting Published 1 hour ago on February 8, 2026 By mikesilvia Share Tweet Bristol County District Attorney Thomas M. Qui...

Crime Officers and suspect reportedly injured after shots fired in Fall River Published 1 minute ago on February 8, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Crews responded early Sunday to an incident in Fall Ri...

Community Fall River veteran who was fixture at Oriental Chow Mein Co. for decades passes away Published 45 seconds ago on February 7, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River man known throughout t...

Community Gabriel House in Fall River receives nearly $200,000 in penalties from OSHA resulting from 13 citations; here are the details Published 50 seconds ago on February 6, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share ...

Crime Fall River man accused of brutally stabbing former mayor Will Flanagan has competency hearing canceled after attorney withdraws Published 1 minute ago on February 6, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Twee...

Community Parking ban announced for Friday in Fall River; here is what you need to know Published 4 hours ago on February 6, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet (FALL RIVER, MA- February 6, 2026)- Due to th...

Community Former Fall River mayor Flanagan appears in feel-good sports romantic comedy The Roaring Game hitting theaters nationwide Published 6 hours ago on February 6, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet H...

Crime United States Attorney: Brazilian national residing in Fall River and convicted of unlawful reentry 4 times sentenced to time served Published 3 hours ago on February 5, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share ...

Crime Knife-wielding Taunton man sentenced to prison in Fall River Superior Court for attacking, injuring off-duty police chief, 4 other officers Published 23 seconds ago on February 4, 2026 By Ken Pa...

Crime Massachusetts State Police arrest Fall River, New Bedford men, seize 7 firearms, 7 kilos of drugs, $100,000 in cash Published 1 hour ago on February 4, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The Massachu...

latest Massachusetts Auditor DiZoglio blames AG stating courts have decided they won’t be audited anymore Published 1 hour ago on February 4, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet BOSTON, MA – The audit battl...

Crime Police say they have arrested a Massachusetts man concerning a stabbing over a shoveled parking spot Published 38 seconds ago on February 4, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet We have heard of argume...

Community Fall River Fire Department rescues pet cat during fire at multi-family home Published 6 hours ago on February 3, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of Fall River Firefighters Share Tweet The F...

Crime Charges upgraded for Fall River man accused of murdering girlfriend and son Published 3 hours ago on February 1, 2026 By Ken Paiva Nicholas Almeida and Elizabeth Almeida Share Tweet Bristol Coun...

Causes Fall River Forever Paws Dulce is so sweet that she will give you cavities Published 10 hours ago on February 1, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Meet Fall River Forever Paws Pet of the Week Dulce!...

Community Tequila Lime Cantina in Fall River to close temporarily, transitioning to new ownership Published 3 hours ago on January 31, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Tequila Lime Cantina a well-establi...

Community Fall River mother and son killed in fatal shooting being remembered as fundraiser created Published 1 hour ago on January 31, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River mother and son killed...

Crime 20-year-old man pleads not guilty after police seize ammo, stolen Fall River gun Published 1 hour ago on January 31, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A local man is facing charges after the reporte...

Crime Double Homicide in Fall River: Suspect Charged After Mother, 54, and Son, 25, Shot Dead Published 1 hour ago on January 31, 2026 By mikesilvia Share Tweet Bristol County District Attorney Thomas...

Crime Now former Kansas sheriff’s deputy accused of alleged inappropriate relationship with Fall River minor facing federal charge Published 11 hours ago on January 30, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet F...

Causes Family of Fall River teen diagnosed with Acute Myeloid Leukemia looking for life-saving bone marrow donor Published 56 seconds ago on January 30, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Family members ar...

Crime Fall River Police arrest 63-year-old man after break-in and theft at city restaurant Published 3 hours ago on January 30, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A suspect has been charged in the break-in...

latest Fall River City Council approve sale of former Davol school, set to become market rate housing Published 3 hours ago on January 30, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet FALL RIVER ─ At Tuesday’s meeti...

Community Fall River Fire Department battles afternoon blaze at 3 story multi-family home Published 1 hour ago on January 29, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The Fall River Fire Department responded to ...

Vincent’s in Fall River announces expansion, renovation to enhance daily experience for youth Published 2 hours ago on January 29, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet FALL RIVER – Saint Vincent’s Services, ...

latest Most dogs in Fall River need to be licensed; the city has announced what you need to do for 2026 Published 45 seconds ago on January 28, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Here is your annual remind...

Crime Fall River man arrested on drug trafficking while on GPS in connection to fatal shooting granted bail in Fall River Superior Court Published 1 hour ago on January 28, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Twe...

Community Friday the 13th legend coming to Fall River on, you guessed it, Friday the 13th Published 8 hours ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet On Friday, March 13th, horror icon Kane Hod...

Community A recent State Lottery win by a Massachusetts woman is bringing memories of a hit pop song Published 1 hour ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Massachusetts woman recently ca...

Crime Taunton man sentenced in Fall River Superior Court for Walgreens, CVS, Dunkin’ Donuts robbery spree Published 2 hours ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Bristol County District Att...

Community Chow mein, its famous sandwich, and its Fall River history Published 3 hours ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The history of chow mein in Fall River is deeply tied to the cit...

Community Local man who gave nearly 40 years to LaFrance Hospitality has passed away Published 1 hour ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva (Hampton Inn) Share Tweet FALL RIVER MA – A South Coast man, ...

Community City of Fall River taking bids to demolish former Fall River police station Published 2 hours ago on January 27, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The saga involving the old Fall River police st...

Community Bus with Fall River residents on board catches fire on Connecticut highway leading to injuries Published 20 hours ago on January 25, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A bus carrying Fall River r...

Community Teacher in Fall River and Swansea School Departments for over 30 years passes away Published 1 hour ago on January 11, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet OBITUARY Barbara A. (Dagata) Jackson, age...

Education Fall River student sets sights on Summer Olympics, will represent Massachusetts in New England competition Published 1 hour ago on January 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of Diman Regio...

latest Named after former Fall River mayor, Flanagan’s Law filed to protect public safety and prevent violent mental health failures Published 47 seconds ago on January 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo cou...

Crime Trial set to begin for SouthCoast man in Fall River Superior Court in murder of half-sister, Rose Marie Moniz Published 5 hours ago on January 10, 2026 By Ken Paiva Rose Marie Moniz Share Tweet ...

latest Big Changes at WSAR: New Management and Fall River Relocation Planned for 2026 Published 6 hours ago on January 10, 2026 By Fall River Reporter Share Tweet WSAR owners Jim and Bob Karam have an...

Community Seasonal Fall River bar, entertainment, event space, expected to open in May Published 3 hours ago on January 6, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A new Fall River spot is taking the next step t...

Community Former owner of Faneek’s Coney Island in Fall River passes away Published 41 seconds ago on January 5, 2026 By Ken Paiva Photo courtesy of Faneek's Share Tweet A man known throughout the Cit...

latest Fall River mayor, City Council, School Committee sworn in; new Council President, Vice-President selected Published 33 seconds ago on January 5, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet On Monday afternoo...

Crime Fall River Police, New Bedford DEA combine to seize 10 kilos of cocaine, 5 firearms at car detailing business Published 16 hours ago on January 5, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Charges are pendi...

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Community Community supporting Fairhaven woman serving overseas after Fall River parents found deceased Published 3 hours ago on January 3, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Friends and family are rallyin...

Community Fall River Fire Department issues warning on sparklers after recent fatal fire, confiscation of sparkler devices from local restaurant Published 30 seconds ago on January 3, 2026 By Ken Paiv...

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Health Southcoast Health employees recognized with President’s Award for Excellence Published 3 hours ago on January 3, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet FALL RIVER, NEW BEDFORD, FAIRHAVEN and WAREHAM, Ma...

Community Fall River woman who taught in the Fall River School system for over three decades has passed away Published 1 minute ago on January 2, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River woman who g...

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Education Community mourning the loss of Swansea 2nd grader who died unexpectedly Published 3 hours ago on January 2, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Heartbreaking news has been announced concerning the...

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Community Former Fall River teacher’s assistant with ties to Somerset and Swansea passes away Published 41 seconds ago on January 1, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A woman with Fall River, Somerset, an...

Crime Bristol County District Attorney releases more details, identifies man and woman found dead in home Published 1 hour ago on January 1, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Bristol County District Attor...

Community Fall River woman and man in 50s and 60s found dead in bedroom of home, authorities release results of preliminary investigation Published 1 hour ago on January 1, 2026 By Ken Paiva Share Twe...

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Economy 4 new retailers with different offerings headed to Swansea soon Published 1 hour ago on December 31, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Four new retail businesses are coming to Swansea soon, accord...

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Community Former Fall River Public School lunch lady, school bus monitor, passes away Published 1 minute ago on December 30, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A woman who served countless children in the ...

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Crime New Bedford man sentenced to probation in Fall River Superior Court after stabbing outside of lounge Published 1 hour ago on December 29, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A New Bedford man was sent...

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Community Fall River package store implementing plan after show cause hearing reveals customers overserved, urinating, heavily inebriated Published 2 hours ago on December 29, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share ...

Community Fall River pub’s license revoked indefinitely at hearing after multiple incidents including shooting Published 1 hour ago on December 29, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet A Fall River establish...

Crime Fall River Police arrest man accused of breaking into home, attacking homeowner with knife Published 53 seconds ago on December 29, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Fall River Police have made an a...

Crime Fall River man sentenced to prison for killing former New Bedford girlfriend at city car wash Published 3 minutes ago on December 29, 2025 By Ken Paiva Jessenia Simmons Share Tweet A Fall River ...

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BOSTON – Today, Governor Maura Healey announced that thousands of Personal Care Attendants will no longer be subject to state or federal income taxes, which is projected to save them $5,000 or more pe...

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BROCKTON– Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy J. Cruz announced today that a third suspect, previously unidentified, in a fatal Brockton shooting from last year has been arraigned following key ...

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BOSTON – A Massachusetts man pleaded guilty to his role in a cocaine trafficking conspiracy, including possession with intent to distribute cocaine and possessing a machinegun.  According to a release...

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A 25-year-old from Rehoboth was sentenced today after being convicted of First-Degree Murder after a jury trial that lasted more than three weeks in Fall River Superior Court.  Bristol County District...

Crime Fall River man accused of distributing drugs that killed minor, facing decades in prison after 1,600+ pills, 13 switches, 95 firearms and related items seized Published 3 hours ago on December 1...

A Fall River establishment is closed for the time being after a violent incident. According to police, on Thursday, the Fall River Licensing Board convened an emergency meeting to address the licensin...

A Fall River man accused of murdering his roommate appeared in front of a judge in Fall River Superior Court on Friday. According to court records, 48-year-old Robert Hodgson Jr. was indicted on a Mur...

PROVIDENCE, RI – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, Mayor Brett P. Smiley, the Providence Police Department, the Rhode Island State Police, the Boston Division of the Federal Bureau of Inve...

Here is a letter submitted to Fall River Reporter and was not written by us. While I appreciate the intent behind hiring certified Firefighter I/II graduates from the Massachusetts Fire Academy along ...

The Massachusetts State Police, Framingham Police, the Middlesex Sheriff’s Office, and the Middlesex District Attorney’s Office announce the results of an operation that yielded several arrests for al...

According to the court clerk, on Wednesday, a Fall River Superior Court Jury found a Raynham man not guilty of two counts of motor vehicle homicide resulting from the fatal 11/9/21 multi vehicle crash...

Governor Maura Healey ordered that the United States of America flag and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts flag be lowered to half-staff yesterday in honor of United States Navy Petty Officer Third Cl...

PLYMOUTH – Plymouth County District Attorney Timothy Cruz has announced that a man has been convicted of fatally beating a fellow inmate at the Massachusetts Treatment Center in Bridgewater. After a s...

Fall River, MA – Superintendent Dr. Tracy Curley has announced that the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has formally exited Mary L. Fonseca Elementary School from underp...

A fiery crash on Cape Cod claimed the life of a young man and sent multiple officers to the hospital. According to police, at approximately 1:15 p.m. on December 9th, Yarmouth Police Department dispat...

NEW BEDFORD — A South Coast DJ and lover of music has passed away. According to an obituary, 49-year-old Nuno Laranjeira of New Bedford, passed away on Saturday following a brief and courageous battle...

Significant developments have been revealed on Thursday concerning a fatal weekend shooting. Authorities have identified the name of the person of interest in the Brown University murder, but he has n...

Fall River Police responded to a reported shots fired with injuries early Thursday morning. According to police, at approximately 2:10 a.m., officers responded to Iced Out Pub, located on East Main St...

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A Bristol County man has been sentenced in Fall River Superior Court on several charges in relation to a fatal motor vehicle incident which occurred on the afternoon of August 3rd, 2021. According to ...

BOSTON – Federal authorities have arrested two men accused of orchestrating a multimillion-dollar fraud involving Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits at small convenience stores they ra...

Fall River Reporter has learned the City of Fall River was not approved for this year’s FEMA Staffing For Adequate Fire and Emergency Response (SAFER) grant that would have paid for five firefig...

In Essex County Superior Court in Lawrence Tuesday afternoon, a jury found a Massachusetts man guilty in the fatal stabbing of his wife, who was 30 at the time of her death, the Office of Essex County...

Touted as one of the top young ballers in the country, Fall River’s Joson Sanon is beginning to hit his stride with his new team. Sanon, who finished strong in his freshman season with Arizona S...

Massachusetts State Police responded to a serious highway crash in Fall River on Monday. According to Trooper Luis Blanco, at approximately 9:50 p.m., Troopers from the Dartmouth Barracks responded to...

SCRANTON – The United States Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of Pennsylvania announced that Cedric Lodge, age 58, and Denise Lodge, age 65, both of Goffstown, New Hampshire, were sente...

Fall River Public Schools has announced through a release that the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education has recognized Samuel Watson Elementary School for reaching and exceed...

A Fall River football standout has become an integral part of a college football team that is making waves. Jason Hall is a sophomore linebacker for the 12-2 Villanova Wildcats (FCS Division I), haili...

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BOSTON – Massachusetts Attorney General Andrea Joy Campbell today released the following statement after a federal judge blocked the Trump Administration’s efforts to penalize states with million...

Community Fall River fixture, BayCoast Bank employee Doug (Dougie) Toupin receives distinguished award Published 34 seconds ago on December 15, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet SWANSEA, FALL RIVER, MA – ...

Community Fall River Fire Department extinguishes fire at 3-story residence under construction Published 14 seconds ago on December 15, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet The Fall River Fire Department res...

Crime Fall River man wanted for city murder, held without bail in Fall River Court after extradition from Florida Published 1 hour ago on December 15, 2025 By Ken Paiva Kendrick Williams (left) and Ta...

Details have been released, and two Massachusetts men have been identified after hikers had to be rescued in dangerously frigid and snowy conditions. According to officials, on Friday, at 9:45 p.m., C...

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A Fall River man accused of killing his former girlfriend has avoided a murder conviction. According to Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn III, Angelo Leo was indicted by a Bristol County G...

Causes Fall River Forever Paws Yukon will be your best friend in return for some scratching and ear rubs Published 19 hours ago on December 14, 2025 By Ken Paiva Share Tweet Meet Fall River Forever Pa...

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OBITUARY: United States Marine Adam Ahmad Khan, 21, passed away on December 10, 2025, in a crash in North Carolina while serving on active duty. Born on October 14, 2004, in Providence, Rhode Island, ...

A period of locally heavy rainfall, strong to damaging wind gusts and unseasonably mild temperatures are expected across parts of Massachusetts, Rhode Island, and Connecticut. According to the Nationa...

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Fall River native Brian Couto owns part of Ace’s Honor, a racehorse now competing for a chance to qualify for the Kentucky Derby. Read →

A Fall River native plans to revive the Nite Owl diner with a modern takeout model. Read →

The Fall River Carousel will host a hands-on slime lab event for kids during winter break, combining creativity, science, and fun. Read →

Fall River police charge woman in Valentine’s Day double stabbing; two victims recovering after Walnut Street attack. Read →

Fall River singer Marc Dennis joked about performing the Super Bowl halftime show after a playful poster sparked local buzz. Read →

Mae’s Playground is planned as an inclusive Fall River playground designed for children of all abilities with sensory equipment and accessible play spaces. Read →

Fall River police say a bomb threat at the Boys & Girls Club was a hoax after K-9s found nothing during a full evacuation. Read →

Watson Elementary in Fall River earns a $20,000 grant from Bristol County Savings Bank for highest attendance rates, spotlighting success in reducing chronic absenteeism. Read →

A Fall River restaurant is turning heads with a Portuguese steak chow mein mashup that blends two iconic SouthCoast food traditions. Read →

Fall River’s Canned Heat introduces a Chicken Mozambique pizza featuring spicy Portuguese sauce, chicken, fries, and hot peppers, delighting SouthCoast food fans. Read →

Fall River police shooting leaves two officers wounded and suspect dead after overnight gunfire on Linden Street, officials say. Read →

Fall River native Bobby Garrafa is building an acting career after years of hardship, turning personal struggles into motivation on and off screen. Read →

Fall River teen Wesley Araujo’s leukemia diagnosis inspired a photographer-led fundraiser supporting his family during treatment. Read →

The Lip Bunny Beauty, a popular Fall River aesthetic medical spa, has announced a second location coming to Boston’s South End. Read →

A Port Charlotte restaurant surprised a Westport woman with SouthCoast flavors, Portuguese favorites, and even a picture of the Braga Bridge. Read →

A Fall River-made leather duffel turned heads when Patriots QB Drake Maye arrived ahead of the Super Bowl, putting SouthCoast craftsmanship on a global stage. Read →

Fall River’s Tequila Lime Cantina changes hands; new owners plan menu updates and a Feb. 24 reopening, preserving community favorites and Tex-Mex roots.

Fall River extended its citywide parking ban through the weekend as snow cleanup frustrations continue and the city warns that violations may lead to towing. Read →

Fall River is still struggling to clear roads days after the snowstorm, prompting a public call for plow drivers as school resumes. Read →

Kane Hodder the actor who played Jason Voorhees is coming to the Lizzie Borden House in Fall River for a Friday the 13th themed event. Read →

A Fall River restaurant owner hopes to thank the mystery snowplow driver who helped her reopen after a major SouthCoast snowstorm. Read →

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Patriots legend Troy Brown will lead Fall River’s 41st Children’s Holiday Parade this Saturday, with Fun 107 broadcasting live from Kennedy Park. Read →

Patriots legend Troy Brown helped lead the Fall River Children’s Holiday Parade and spoke with the MGM Show about the team and community involvement. Read →

Fall River restaurants warn SouthCoast businesses after the same man allegedly dined and dashed two nights in a row, caught clearly on camera at both locations. Read →

Southcoast Health is expanding primary care access in Wareham and Fall River with two new providers now accepting patients. Read →

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New Bedford police officers successfully removed a stolen handgun from the streets following a routine traffic stop late last week. The incident unfolded on January 27, 2026, in the city of New Bedfor...

A 41-year-old Woonsocket, Rhode Island man, Muhammed Sheikh, pleaded guilty in Fall River Superior Court and was sentenced to two years in the Bristol County House of Correction followed by three year...

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On New Year's Eve around 7:00pm Fairhaven Police received a call asking to make a welfare check to a home on Jameson Street. Relatives had been unable to contact a couple staying at the home that had ...

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FIELD-HOCKEY Which athlete should be Herald News Field Hockey Player of the Year? Steven Sanchez The Herald News Dec. 10, 2025, 6:35 a.m. ET Who was the Greater Fall River area's top high school field...

NEWS Brazilian barbecue restaurant coming to Fall River in early 2026 Ashley Schuler The Herald News Dec. ET Real Brazil Restaurant and Market is set to debut in Fall River in early 2026.

EDUCATION Cleanup of Durfee High flooding incident will finish in next 2 weeks Emily Scherny The Herald News Dec.

NEWS Judge to mediate Watuppa Heights housing lawsuit. Dan Medeiros The Herald News Dec.

MUSIC Fall River Symphony Orchestra Holiday Pops Concert set for Dec. 14 Beth McDermott Reporter assisted by AI Dec.

OJORNAL Portugalia's famous Nativity on display in Fall River. How it's made Lurdes C.

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BUSINESS Rustic Rose florist goes from roadside cart to Fall River storefront Ashley Schuler The Herald News Updated Dec. ET FALL RIVER — When life hands you weeds — or, say, a gaping hole in your soo...

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FOOTBALL See how Xaverian, St. John's Prep football MIAA Super Bowl played out Kyle Grabowski Jason Snow The MetroWest Daily News Updated Dec.

NEWS Fire inspectors, Gabriel House owner sue each other over sprinklers Dan Medeiros The Herald News Dec. says it told Gabriel House owners that the building's sprinkler system had defective parts, b...

NEWS Sheriff Heroux says $10M to close Ash Street Jail would pay for itself Frank Mulligan The Standard-Times Dec. ET Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux repeated a call to close the Ash Street Jail in...

ENVIRONMENT Swansea conservation board OK's landfill capping project. Emily Scherny The Herald News Dec.

DINING How to make Patriot Place restaurant reservations for 2026 World Cup Sam Pausman Joanna K. Tzouvelis The Patriot Ledger Dec.

PRO France vs Norway! World Cup groups C, I and L schedule at Gillette Sam Pausman Chris Helms The Patriot Ledger Dec. ET AI-assisted summary World Cup groups C, I and L feature soccer powerhouses Bra...

REAL-ESTATE Fall River zoning laws halt plans for daycare in Highlands neighborhood Emily Scherny The Herald News Updated Dec. 2, 2025, 2:05 p.m. ET Fall River's zoning board struck down a petition fo...

SHOPPING Don't miss up to $453 off non-toxic Caraway cookware and bakeware Save up to 47% on cookware sets, food prep, hosting bundles and more. Kyley Warren USA TODAY Dec. 10, 2025, 5:51 p.m. ET AI-a...

NEWS Dartmouth's holiday giving efforts to include high schoolers this year Matthew Ferreira The Standard-Times Dec. ET DARTMOUTH — At this point, Dartmouth's "Fill The Bus" toy drive is an annual tow...

NEWS Physicist in 1960 said world would end in 2026. Here's the exact date Seth Jacobson USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Dec.

FOOTBALL Which athletes should be Herald News Football Player of the Year? Steven Sanchez The Herald News Updated Dec. 5, 2025, 4:44 p.m. ET Who was the Greater Fall River area's top high school footb...

SHOPPING The Hoosiers are your Big Ten champs! Celebrate with gear at Fanatics Shop fan-favorite t-shirts, sweatshirts, hats and more. Trisha Easto USA TODAY Dec.

TRAVEL How many people will travel for holidays this year? AAA says it will set records Seth Jacobson USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Dec. 10, 2025, 11:05 a.m. ET 122.4 million Americans are expected ...

LOCAL Walmart now delivers by drone in Atlanta. Is it coming to Boston? Bailey Allen Melina Khan USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Dec.

RECALLS Ford, Ram, Rivian among 227K vehicles recalled. Check car recalls James Powel USA TODAY Dec.

LOCAL Route 103 study outlines safer streets and stronger local economy Dave DeMille Reporter assisted by AI Dec. ET Swansea has completed its Route 103 Corridor Study, mapping out big changes for Wil...

PRO Is it too late to get tickets to Sunday's Patriots v. Bills game? Janson McNair The Enterprise Dec. 10, 2025, 1:19 p.m. ET This weekend, rivals will clash at Gillette Stadium. The New England Patr...

LOCAL Our mission at The Herald News The Herald News Oct. 31, 2025, 3:16 p.m. ET Covering the communities of Fall River, Somerset, Swansea, Westport, Dartmouth, Freetown and Tiverton, R.I., The Herald...

PRODUCTS Litter-Robot has up to $152 off self-cleaning cat litter boxes Automate litter cleaning and feeding with app-connected Whisker devices, on sale now Kasey Caminiti USA TODAY Dec. ET AI-assiste...

SHOPPING Celebrate Indiana's Big Ten Championship with this commemorative print Trisha Easto USA TODAY Dec. ET AI-assisted summary Indiana Hoosiers fans are celebrating their Big Ten championship win ...

LOCAL Christmas Specialty Market returns to Tiverton this holiday season Kristina Fontes The Herald News Dec. ET Find something unique this holiday season at the Tiverton Farmers Market’s annual Chris...

MOVIES Save the Date released for Boston-filmed movie 'The Drama.' What to know Catherine Messier USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Dec. 10, 2025, 9:30 a.m. ET Save the date! Zendaya and Robert Pattinso...

FOOD Starbucks' viral bear cups are back with a twist. How to get one Bailey Allen USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Updated Dec.

COLLEGE FOOTBALL College football bowl projections: Notre Dame, Alabama edge Miami for CFP Erick Smith USA TODAY Updated Dec. ET The college football regular season is complete.

MOVIES Vans launched a 'KPop Demon Hunters' line. See when it hits stores James Powel USA TODAY Dec.

SHOPPING Get free burgers and butter with your Kansas City Steaks delivery You can save on curated bundles, plus score freebies! Kasey Caminiti USA TODAY Dec. ET AI-assisted summary Kansas City Steaks...

FOOTBALL Harvard football commit Kise Flannery closes CM career with Super Bowl Kyle Grabowski The MetroWest Daily News Dec. ET FOXBORO -- Kise Flannery didn't let go of the Harry Agganis Trophy until...

LOCAL Stowe, Woodstock have two of the most 'festive downtowns' in US, per WorldAtlas These two Vermont towns are full of holiday cheer, WorldAtlas says. Bailey Allen USA TODAY NETWORK - New England D...

WEATHER Photos show atmospheric river bringing flooding to Pacific Northwest Julia Gomez USA TODAY Dec. 10, 2025, 10:10 a.m. ET Western parts of the Pacific Northwest are facing flooding after an atmo...

LOCAL Portsmouth has one of the most 'festive downtowns' in US, per WorldAtlas Bailey Allen USA TODAY NETWORK - New England Dec. ET You won't have to travel far if you're looking for holiday spirit.

SOCCER Which athlete should be Herald News Girls Soccer Player of the Year? Steven Sanchez The Herald News Dec. ET Who was the Greater Fall River area's top high school girls soccer player this fall? ...

SOCCER Which athlete should be Herald News Boys Soccer Player of the Year? Steven Sanchez The Herald News Dec. ET Who was the Greater Fall River area's top high school boys soccer player this fall? Th...

YOUTH Fall River native soccer player wins MVP honors at international event Steven Sanchez The Herald News Dec. ET It was Beatriz Otoni 's coming out party.

FOOTBALL 10 football players up for Herald News Player of the Week Nov. 26-27 Steven Sanchez The Herald News Dec. 2, 2025, 2:20 p.m. ET Ten football players from the Fall River area have been placed o...

NATION See photos of the Pearl Harbor attack on its 84th anniversary James Powel USA TODAY Dec. ET The United States will mark the 84th anniversary of the Japanese attack on the U.

TRAFFIC Maple Street and June Street in Fall River one-way for Westall safety Beth McDermott Reporter assisted by AI Updated Dec. ET This story was updated because an earlier version contained an inac...

NEWS First Step Inn emergency overnight shelter open as temperatures drop Dan Medeiros The Herald News Dec. ET FALL RIVER — With cold temperatures predicted to drop into the single digits overnight, t...

COURTS Fall River drug court celebrates 10 years of 'impactful work' Emily Scherny The Herald News Dec. ET FALL RIVER — Recovery Court programs are some of the most widely studied specialty courts and...

REAL-ESTATE Fall River's 113-year-old Davol School finds a buyer. Emily Scherny The Herald News Dec.

REAL-ESTATE Massive multi-family in Fall River sells for over $1M: Weekly home sales Faith Harrington The Standard-Times Dec. ET This week's top-selling house in Fall River is an expansive multi-famil...

REAL-ESTATE Luxe Westport home with private beach sells for $1M. Weekly home sales Faith Harrington The Standard-Times Nov.

REAL-ESTATE Inviting Freetown cape on over an acre sells for $700K: Weekly home sales Faith Harrington The Standard-Times Dec. ET This week's top-selling house in Freetown is an expansive cape that so...

Police in Pawtucket continue to unravel the circumstances of Monday’s mass shooting during a hockey game at the Lynch Arena, where two people were killed, with the gunman taking his own life.

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The City of Fall River will start issuing dog licenses for 2026 beginning on March 9.

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The Fall River School Committee last night voted to hold a special meeting within 15 days to discuss the future of Superintendent Dr.

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Here is our weekly interview with Fall River Mayor Paul Coogan...

United Way organizations across Massachusetts, including in Fall River, are celebrating the 20th anniversary of their Read →

The City of Fall River has launched its annual municipal census and is seeking cooperation to get an accurate count of residents.

Residents who ...

Fall River police and the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office are investigating a shooting overnight in Fall River where two officers were shot with minor injuries, and the suspect was ...

The over ten-year plan to reconstruct Route 79 and Davol Street in Fall River is nearly complete. Now begins the process of deciding what should be built on the 19-plus acres of land freed up along...

Here is this week’s update on Fall River business news with Kevin Lawrence of Fall River Development News...

The unemployment rate in the City of Fall River in December rose seven-tenths of one percent to 6.

The Massachusetts Executive Office of Labor and Workf...

Late last year, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC), under the leadership of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy, Jr. , changed its recommendations for the administration of vaccin...

Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey, seeking re-election later this year, used her third State of the Commonwealth Address to focus on issues of affordability.

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Here is this week’s update on local business and economic development news with Kevin Lawrence of Fall River Development News...

Although it is early in the election process in the race to replace outgoing Bristol County District Attorney Tom Quinn, one candidat...

What are the opportunities and challenges when it comes to affordable and accessible quality healthcare in the Southcoast? A group of regional health care agencies has released a report with its la...

Massachusetts Fourth District Congressman Jake Auchincloss, who represents Fall River, says he plans to focus on affordability and supporting projects of need within the cities and towns he serves ...

As it heads into 2026, the Fall River Redevelopment Authority is moving forward on several projects aimed at bolstering the city’s economic development and quality of life.

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Here is this week’s edition of Fall River Development News with Kevin Lawrence

The City of Fall River has been in discussions with the Diocese of Fall River to explore the purchase of the former Bishop Connolly campus on Elsbree Street.

Here is this week’s look at local business and economic development activity with Kevin Lawrence of Fall River Development News

It’s the first weekend in December, which means the kick-off to the holiday season gets underway Saturday at one o’clock as the 41st annual Fall River Children’s Holiday Parade steps off from Kennedy ...

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A woman was arrested after a double stabbing in Fall River on Valentine's Day.

Fall River police are investigating after two people were stabbed in the area of 800 Walnut Street around 1:30 p.m. Saturday.

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A Fall River pizzeria and Italian restaurant will soon close its doors.

Snow remains on many streets and sidewalks, despite Wednesday's thaw.

While roadways appear to be mostly clear in places like Providence, Newport and Fall River, snowy sidewalks continue to be a problem in some spots.

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Nigel Vaughn was killed after the officers returned fire on Sunday.

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(WPRI) -- Two Fall River police officers were shot and injured early Sunday morning. The suspect involved was shot and killed.

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The owner of the Fall River assisted living facility that caught fire last year has been hit with more than a dozen workplace safety violations, 12 News has learned.

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(WPRI) -- The Bristol County District Attorney's Office said a mother and her son were killed in a double shooting Friday night. Investigators say just after 8 p.

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Police have a suspect in custody following a "significant incident" in Fall River Friday night.

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Police have arrested a Fall River man accused of breaking into and stealing from a restaurant earlier this month.

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Five people were taken to a hospital with minor injuries following a passenger bus fire Sunday on Interstate 95 North in the area of Exit 11 in Darien, according to a state official.

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Firefighters were called to a triple-decker in Fall River early Thursday morning.

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