News across Bristol County
From Cages to Condos: Shelter Cats Get ‘Purrfect Spaces’ in Fall River
FALL RIVER ─ Shelter life just got a little better for some cats and kittens waiting for their forever homes at the Animal Rescue League of Fall River with the new initiative, Purrfect Spaces Project, which replaces cold metal cages with comfortable kitty condominiums and suites.…
Sabor Latino brings Latin dining to Fall River
A new Latin restaurant has taken over a familiar Flint location in Fall River. Sabor Latino is now open at 1856 Pleasant Street, in the space formerly occupied by Pingo Doce Steakhouse. The Brazilian steakhouse that closed in July. The opening is part of a broader wave of Latin…
Haitian eatery makes history, looks to shake up Fall River bakery scene
A unique spot in Fall River opened its doors Saturday morning. Ket’s Bakery has arrived at the former NY Fresh Bagel & Bakery and Katrina’s Bakery at 248 Jefferson Street. Owner, Ketlyne, told Fall River Reporter that it will be the first Haitian bakery in the Fall River area…
Massachusetts Teacher Association, politicians, condemn South Coast ICE arrests; DHS says operation is lawful and part of nationwide deportation push
While federal immigration agents detained over 30 people this week in New Bedford, Dartmouth, and Fall River, officials and groups are pushing back against ICE’s actions. The Massachusetts Teachers Association has issued a statement, attributable to MTA President Matt Bach and…
City Council passes temporary ordinance continuing Flock shutdown
Councilor Shane Burgo says he doesn’t want to permanently ban Flock license-plate cameras, but wants “tangible” regulation in the coming months.
Massachusetts man turns some change into a $1 million State Lottery scratch ticket win
Long–time State Lottery instant game players that have yet to hit it big must be a little jealous towards a Massachusetts man after his decision to turn some change into a big win. According to the Massachusetts State Lottery, Kenneth Dougherty has won a $1 million prize in the…
42-year-old Fall River man held without bail in Somerset double stabbing
A Fall River man faced a judge Friday after a reported double stabbing at a Somerset motel. 42-year-old Kyle Barboza was indicted earlier this month after being arrested for a double stabbing allegedly committed at the Riverview Inn & Suites on August 1st. Police dispatch…
Fall River City Councilor Linda Pereira skips committee meeting to attend Carole Fiola fundraiser
Yesterday, Fall River City Councilor Linda Pereira skipped a scheduled Committee on Health and Environmental Affairs to attend a State Rep. Carole Fiola fundraiser at Pier 52. Pereira informed the City Council Clerk that she would be missing the scheduled meeting to attend a…
Fall River Orders Partial Demolition of Fire-Damaged Buildings Ahead of Weekend Storm
FALL RIVER ─As the three alarm fire at the corner of Rodman Street and South Main Street are still battling the fire that has reportedly reignited around 11 a.m., the city is ordering some of the two damaged buildings to be taken down according because of the massive storm…
Fall River born man dies from injuries sustained in motorcycle crash
A man who grew up in the area has been identified as the victim in a fatal motorcycle crash. 50-year-old Christopher D. Pereira of Holden died last Friday from injuries sustained in a motorcycle accident that also involved two cars on I-190 in Lancaster. Pereira was transported…
Report: Fall River teen’s alleged killer is a Nigerian national in country illegally, police unable to confirm Social Security number
The 19-year-old charged in the fatal stabbing of Fall River teen and UMass Dartmouth football player Marvins Antoine is a Nigerian national who had been in the United States illegally as a B-2 visa overstay and has no confirmed Social Security number, according to federal law…
Bristol County District Attorney identifies 34-year-old Brockton man killed in fiery crash, remembered as family man
Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn, III has identified the man killed in a motor vehicle fatality that occurred Wednesday evening. Easton Police and EMS were dispatched to the area of 676 Turnpike Street at approximately 6:45 p.m. after receiving 911 calls reporting a…