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Lynch's tow yard to become 94 affordable apartments next to Brockton commuter rail
BROCKTON — A Campello tow yard could become 94 affordable apartments just steps from the commuter rail. In a project that has been in the works since at least 2019, the industrial area in and around the Lynch's Towing yard, across from Keith Park, would be transformed into a five-story block of apartments with ground-floor retail.
Fall River debuts new trolley; superintendent search down to 4 finalists: Top stories
As we kick off a new week, let's take a look back at the week that was. On Monday, May 27, communities locally and across the nation will gather to salute their fallen heroes with Memorial Day events. Here is your guide to events across the SouthCoast. And here is your Fall River-specific guide, with events planned in the city.
Gas stations popping up all over Taunton. 2 coming to County Street — where, when and more
TAUNTON — New gas stations with convenience stores are sprouting up like so many dandelions in the Silver City. The Taunton Daily Gazette recently reported that a Mobil station is now under construction on Bay Street and that a groundbreaking is close at hand for a new Gulf station on the same street near Interstate 495.
Fall River Water Taxi Arrives at the City’s Waterfront
FALL RIVER (WBSM) — This weekend, a water taxi will become Fall River's newest attraction on the city's waterfront. This morning, Mayor Paul Coogan and elected officials launched the taxi, which is now open for the public to hop at the Borden Light Marina on Ferry Street. It'll be...
See all homes sold in Norfolk County, May 19 to May 25
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Norfolk County reported from May 19 to May 25. There were 13 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,718-square-foot home on Stanford Drive in Westwood that sold for $1,140,000. Franklin.
Massachusetts Orthopedic Surgeon Sentenced for Health Care Fraud and Excessive Opioid Prescriptions
BOSTON – According to a US attorney press release, Dr. Olarewaju James Oladipo, a 60-year-old orthopedic surgeon from Canton, Massachusetts, was sentenced today in federal court for his involvement in a health care fraud scheme and for being one of the top opioid prescribers in the state. U.S. District Court Judge Allison D. Burroughs handed down a 16-month prison term followed by a year of supervised release.
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