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Best ice cream in the Fall River area? One shop stood out as the cream of the crop
We all scream for ice cream — that's especially true this scorching summer. But which ice cream shop do we scream for the loudest?. Ahead of National Ice Cream Day on Sunday, July 21, we asked our readers to weigh in on their favorite local frozen treat stop, with a list of 10 popular places to pick from.
25 SouthCoast ‘Hole In the Wall’ Restaurants You’re Missing Out On
One of the best perks we have here at Fun 107 is our duty to eat at our local restaurants. Every time we have a Seize the Deal with a local restaurant it is our responsibility to visit that restaurant with a gift card so that we know what we are talking about when we are on the air. The more Seize the Deals we do with a restaurant, the more familiar we are with it, which is beneficial to both the client and listeners (and us, if we're being honest).
Last call for Joe's Shish Kabob: Fall River restaurant sold and slated for transformation
FALL RIVER — There's a serious case of the Mondays going around, especially for fans of a popular local Middle Eastern restaurant. The city will soon be saying goodbye to a longtime go-to for Lebanese and Syrian cuisine, according to a post on Joe's Shish Kabob's Facebook page Monday morning.
Shore-access ruling; $1 million lottery winner; Johnson's Pond: Top stories this week
Here are some of The Providence Journal's most-read stories for the week of July 14, supported by your subscriptions. The remote-work revolution launched by the pandemic is raising concerns in Providence about the city's fiscal future, as many downtown office buildings remain largely uninhabited, except by security guards. So far, that's mostly affected landlords, real estate brokers and banks that write commercial mortgages, but that could soon change. If the value of office buildings tumbles in the city's current revaluation, residential taxpayers will be on the hook to make up the difference. The Journal's Patrick Anderson explains.
Dine For Less Than $10 A Person At This Iconic Hot Dog Stand In Massachusetts
There are so many wonderful restaurants in Massachusetts I would love to try. However, the cost of dining out tends to add up very quickly, so I try to limit my restaurant visits to a few times a month. Needless to say, I am always so excited when I discover an eatery that is not only delicious but also affordable. I recently told you about six classic Massachusetts hot dog stands. One of these icons, Nick’s Hot Dogs in Fall River, has a menu full of delicious meals that will fill you up for under $10.
Zach Bryan Shows New England That Songwriters Have A Place On The Big Stage [Photos/Videos]
Country singer-songwriter Zach Bryan returned to Gillette Stadium in Foxborough, MA on Wednesday for his second show at the home of the NFL’s New England Patriots in two months. Now deep into the Quittin’ Time Tour, it has been somewhat shocking to see him fill stadiums given how far the plain-spoken 28-year-old is from the stereotypical mass-appeal stadium act.
Swan Boats At Roger Williams Park
I was visiting the Roger Williams Park carousel Friday morning when I recognized the strains of the traditional Italian song “Santa Lucia” being played off in the distance. The park was still quiet and it was really quite beautiful. I followed the music down to the lake where I found swan wrangler Jordan playing his Anglo concertina.
New Bedford Welcomes New Pizza Hut with Iconic ’90s Buffet
Get ready New Bedford, there's a new Pizza Hut coming to the city and is gearing up for something nostalgic. Coming soon to 914 Mount Pleasant Street by Kings Highway, Pizza Hut promises to bring back the beloved '90s style buffet and salad bar that many have been missed and been craving.
Man with Fall River ties enhancing historical accuracy and functionality of ships at Battleship Cove
Fall River, MA – A collaboration is leading to ships at Battleship Cove being restored to their historical glory. According to the Fall River Arts Project, Chandler Hearn, a recent graduate of IYRS’s Digital Modeling and Fabrication program in Newport, Rhode Island, has successfully installed custom-built belaying pins on the USS Joseph P. Kennedy Jr., a historic Gearing-class destroyer docked at Battleship Cove in Fall River, Massachusetts. This installation marks a significant achievement for Hearn, whose capstone project involved creating intricate parts for naval ships.
Fall River’s Tulip has been at Forever Paws for nearly 3 months after owner passed away
Does anyone have room in their heart and their home for a sweet, shy senior girl? Tulip has been with FP for over 80 days now without any interest despite her sisters having been adopted quite a few weeks ago. She and her sisters came to them when their owner passed away and family unfortunately could not take them in.
Dan O’Brien’s Advice: Embrace the Side Hustle to Thrive in Radio
Recently, the topic of “side hustles” came up on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show when it was made aware to them that one of the Producers of the show, Dan O’Brien, has a beach wagon rental business in addition to working on the Toucher & Hardy Morning Show.
Popular Dartmouth Portuguese catering, takeout, and delivery eatery up for sale
A popular local catering, takeout, and delivery eatery known for its Portuguese cuisine is up for sale. Owner Caite Fontes announced on social media that she has decided to sell Two Sisters at 743 Dartmouth Street in Dartmouth. “For the past ten beautiful years, I have been blessed beyond measure...
Westport Animal Controls says 3 cases of rabies found in town
WESTPORT, Mass. (WLNE) — Westport Animal Control said three cases of rabies were confirmed in the town during the month of June. The department advised all pet owners to check that their animals’ rabies vaccinations are up-to-date and to also make sure they are licensed with the town.
A Historic Fire Station Is Now A Popular Rhode Island Restaurant & Sports Hangout
Dining out in Rhode Island is always an adventure, whether we want to indulge in a scrumptious seafood dish as we gaze out over the Atlantic or we feel like sinking our teeth into a classic New York system at our favorite diner. When we want to relax with a tasty meal and a cold drink, we make our way to this fire station-turned-restaurant in Providence, Rhode Island. It serves an assortment of classic dishes and boasts 33 flatscreen TVs, so we’ll never miss the big game.
Top stories: Vote for Taunton area's best ice cream; find free summer concerts
Before we begin the new week in earnest, we're taking a look back at the week that was, and the stories that led the news with Taunton Daily Gazette readers. A look ahead at Taunton High School's upcoming football schedule. More of the Gazette's picks for All-Scholastics. This past week,...
Childhood friends hit the bullseye with new Middleboro axe-throwing bar
MIDDLEBORO — Faris Ojjeh always dreamed of owning his own business. After a few attempts, he believes his newest venture will be the one that sticks. Ojjeh and his business partner and best friend Jacob Chartier opened Hatchet in Hand Axe Throwing Bar in Middleboro on Wednesday, July 17.
Review & setlist: Phish reminds us never to miss a Sunday show
Second sets are treated as a different species in the Phish universe, and on Sunday night the band proved why. A review of a singular Phish show sometimes feels like reading a headline without reading the full article. It’s difficult, both for longtime fans of the band and for newcomers, to fully grasp without understanding its context — the shows directly before and after it and their respective setlists; Evolve, the band’s new studio album, and the songs off of it which have been polished in live shows for years now; the tour, the year, the venue.
See this Massachusetts beach house makeover with breezy coastal vibes
Ironwood Studio Co. has reimagined this family beach house in Westport, Massachusetts, transforming it into a classic yet whimsical and fun vacation home. The goal of this project was to turn an outdated property into a highly functional, welcoming, and relaxing retreat that meets the lifestyle needs of a family of five.
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