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Fall River pays off $7.5M lease on former charter school building. What's going there?
FALL RIVER — The Fall River School Department may soon be getting a “new to you” school, after it paid off its more than $7.5 million lease on the former Atlantis Charter School at 2501 S. Main St. “That will be coming up shortly,” said Mayor Paul Coogan, who is also the chairman of the School Committee. ...
Things To Do: Hop aboard for trolley karaoke in Fall River; and Central American food fest
“What do you want to do?” If you need an answer to this age-old question for making plans, we’ve got you covered. In Things To Do, we take a look at, well, things to do, happening every week in the Greater Fall River area and around the SouthCoast. From weekdays to weekends, there’s always...
Free tuition at Bristol Community College. How is it funded? And will students slack off?
Though only a week old, the state’s new MassEducate program offering free tuition at all state community colleges has already gained significant interest at Bristol Community College. Kate O’Hara, vice president of student services and enrollment management at Bristol, said the college is already preparing for fall and spring admissions with the program in...
A Newport officer was on the 'Amazing Race,' now he's helping bring the competition here
The Newport Police Department is hosting its own, Newport-sized scale of the Amazing Race competition, complete with stops at some of the city’s most iconic locations. Furthermore, not only did they get help from community partners to host the event, but they even have a guy on the inside to advise them: Former "Amazing Race" contestant Newport Police Capt. Mike Naylor. ...
New technology uses light to engrave erasable 3D images
A new report in the journal Chem by researchers at Dartmouth and Southern Methodist University has developed a method for physicians to capture 3D projections of medical scans, suspending them inside an acrylic cube to create a hand-held reproduction of a patient’s heart, brain, kidneys, or other organs. When the scan is over a quick blast of heat erases the projection and the cube is ready for the next scan.
Road Trip: See which Greater Taunton area football team will travel the furthest in 2024
The start of high school football in the Greater Taunton area is now just a week away. Ahead of the start of tryouts, the Taunton Daily Gazette is taking a look at the distance all four area teams will be travelling this year for their road schedule, as well as which of their opponents...
Rhode Island FC silences Hartford in home rivalry match
SMITHFIELD — It was the match Rhode Island FC imagined. A packed Beirne Stadium, against the new rival, with clinical goals and chances in the run of play. Rhode Island curated its best home atmosphere of the season on a cool Saturday night against Hartford Athletic. And it was the Ocean State club that...
Somerset family to give back to community after losing teen to rare cancer
(WJAR) — A 17-year-old from Somerset lost his battle with a rare form of cancer Saturday. Zachary Deane was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma in April. The family told NBC 10 that it started on his prostate and spread to his bones, lungs, spine, and lead to a stage four diagnosis.
Plane From Cape Has Upside-Down Landing
HYANNIS – A plane from Cape Cod reportedly landed upside down at a Rhode Island airport this weekend. This happened at Quonset State Airport in North Kingstown on Saturday afternoon. The Rhode Island Airport Corporation says the plane registered from Chatham reported engine problems. The pilot was reportedly taken to a hospital. The incident is […] The post Plane From Cape Has Upside-Down Landing appeared first on CapeCod.com.
5 Arrested at Dominican Festival in Providence - Drinks Thrown at Police Officers, Gun Confiscated
Providence Police officers made multiple arrests at the Dominican festival in the city on Sunday night. One individual is facing gun charges. Officers were reportedly hit with alcoholic beverages as they tried to disperse what police said were disorderly crowds at the end of the event. About Incident. According to...
Police Log: Goats, a Turtle & Bad Smells
9:27 a.m. – The Department of Health notified police of a dog bite. A man had been walking on Red Barn Lane and reached to pet someone’s dog and the dog bit his hand. Police were unable to locate the dog or its owner. 12:32 p.m. – A...
Taunton woman drowns in local pond, authorities say
Elfrede Nenen Yovonie, 23, drowned in Bunk Pond on Saturday, the Bristol County District Attorney said in a statement. A woman drowned in Taunton’s Bunk Pond just north of Interstate 495 on Saturday, a statement from the Bristol County District Attorney’s office said. The victim, Elfrede Nenen Yovonie,...
Attleboro synagogue and YMCA branch get thousands of dollars to improve security
(WJAR) — Two nonprofits in Attleboro are getting thousands of dollars from the state to make important safety improvements. The grant is aimed at preventing terror attacks and hate crimes. Leaders of Agudas Achim Synagogue in Attleboro say they're thankful for help. Funding is also going to an Attleboro...
Man sentenced to 11 months in prison for 2023 car theft
BRIDGEPORT, CT (WFSB) - A man was sentenced to 11 months in prison for a 2023 car theft Monday. 23-year-old Edwin Cordero, formerly of Stratford and Bridgeport, was sentenced to 11 months in prison, time already served, and three years of supervised release for possessing a stolen vehicle and violating the conditions of his supervised release from a prior conviction.
Westerly’s Two Little Fish Says This Summer Is Its Last
Two Little Fish in Westerly has announced that this will be its last summer. The seafood restaurant, located at Atlantic Avenue in Misquamicut and known for its fish and chips, made the announcement this weekend:. "2024 will be the final season of Two Little Fish at Misquamicut Beach. Our building...
Local Nurse Achieves Doctorate in Nursing Practice
Stephen and Deborah Paradis of Rehoboth, MA are delighted to announce that their daughter, Dr. Ashley Perry, has graduated with her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree. Dr. Perry (DRRHS Class of 2004) attended Rhode Island College’s 170th Advanced Degree Commencement Ceremony on May 9th, 2024, at which time her doctoral degree was conferred. She successfully defended her scholarly research, “Implementing a Patient-Centered Approach to Hospital Fall Prevention Programming”, in a public forum on April 30th, 2024. Her dedication and hard work have culminated in this outstanding achievement, marking a significant milestone in her career as Director of Nursing Excellence at Rhode Island Hospital/Hasbro Children’s Hospital. We could not be prouder of her commitment to excellence in patient care and positive contributions to our neighboring communities’ well-being. Wishing continued success with her future endeavors.
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