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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.…
Fall River man’s tragic fall leaves family raising funds for funeral
The family of Antonio Araujo is asking for support after a sudden fall led to a devastating brain injury and a decision to take him off life support. According to his nephew, Steven, Antonio stumbled, fell backward, and struck the back of his head. The fall caused a large…
City of Fall River to hold ceremony honoring Cpl. David Miller
FALL RIVER, MA- Mayor Paul Coogan will join the Department of Veterans Services and community members in a remembrance ceremony honoring Cpl. David Miller, a Fall River native and member of the United States Army Air Forces who served during World War II. Cpl. Miller was a…
Fall River Forever Paws Juicebox loves walks, being with people, and is looking for her furever home
Meet Fall River Forever Paws Pet of the Week Juicebox! The sweetest senior smush face is looking for her forever home! Juicebox is just under 9.5 years old and, if Forever Paws had to guess, she’s an American bulldog/boxer mix. Right now, she weighs about 54lbs – however, she is…
UPDATE: Massachusetts State Rep. Alan Silvia to discuss Fall River cult murders
State Rep. Alan Silvia will speak next week on one of the city’s most infamous criminal cases, the so-called cult murders of 1979 and 1980. The program, listed on the library calendar as “Fall River’s Cult Murders: A Presentation by Rep. Alan Silvia,” was scheduled for Wednesday,…
An unconventional book club becomes ‘found family’ in New Bedford
“These are my people. These are the people I’m going to spend time with. Life with. I’m gonna cry with them. I’m gonna be there for them.”
New Bedford’s Victor Fonseca, ‘an ambassador of joy’
Whether he’s greeting customers at The Baker or theatergoers at The Zeiterion, his warmth and charm shine through. At 81, he’s measuring success in terms of hugs and kisses.
Community steps up as Barnstable officer faces long recovery after being struck outside Cape Cod Melody Tent; family fundraiser launched
The community is coming together in a big way as a 19-year Barnstable Police veteran remains in recovery after being struck by a vehicle while helping pedestrians leave a concert, police said. Officer Peter Ginnetty was hit shortly after 10:00 p.m. Sunday, at 41 West Main Street…