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.
Top stories this past week included:
Six leaf-peeping spots to check out in the Taunton area.
The Pet of the Week: Here's how you can adopt a happy dog named Brynn .
Taunton Eats took a look at some local restaurants' upcoming Halloween parties, plus some spooky charcuterie .
Berkley voters will decide the fate of a $50M debt exclusion to replace the water-damaged Berkley Community School. Here's what to know .
The latest Greater Taunton real estate report, featuring a custom-built home in Taunton that sold for $775,000. The Norton Ave. house features a large kitchen with an oversized island, a great room with a wood-burning fireplace, and a finished basement that’s perfect for an in-law. Check out this property, as well as other recent top-sellers .
These were the Top 5 stories of the past week, according to Gazette readers:
3 key differences: What Taunton mayor says about night of arrest v. prosecution filing
What happened on the night that Taunton Mayor Shaunna O'Connell allegedly struck her husband, Ted O'Connell?
Lawyers for both Shaunna O'Connell and the prosecution have filed legal filings in the case. Shaunna O'Connell's attorney asked for the case against her to be dropped, arguing that Ted O'Connell, the alleged victim in the case, would be refusing to testify. In contrast, the prosecution argued that there was enough evidence to convict the mayor, and asked for the case to go forward to a trial.
The two legal filings described the events of the July 19, 2024 evening when Shaunna O'Connell was arrested after allegedly striking her husband slightly differently.
Here are the three of the biggest differences between the legal filings of the prosecution and of the defense .
3 key differences: What Taunton mayor says about night of arrest v. prosecution filing
What rating did Dave Portnoy give Smitty's pizza in Taunton and why?
Smitty's Pub and Pizza, 445 Bay St., Taunton, is experiencing some newfound hype and attention thanks to a recent visit and review from a celebrity.
David Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, online influencer, and notable pizza lover, recently paid a visit to Smitty’s.
Here's how Portnoy rated them, and what he had to say .
'Super Boston place': What rating did Dave Portnoy give Smitty's pizza in Taunton and why?
Popular Southcoast bagel shop slammed on opening day in Taunton
Opening day for the combination Mobil Gas Station/Premier Convenience Store and New York Bagel Co. was beyond busy.
The new spot, located at 1939 Bay St., matched the New York Bagel in Fall River — their busiest location — for sales, according to co-owner Dawn Lima.
Take a look inside the new bagel shop .
New York Bagel: Popular Southcoast bagel shop slammed on opening day in Taunton. What makes it special?
Organizers hope to get 1,000 kids to attend Taunton Halloween Disney-themed fundraiser
Looking for some not-scary spooky fun?
Sunday, Oct. 27 will be the "Weir Village Not So Scary Trick or Treat Character Meet and Greet," taking place between the Riverhouse restaurant and the Weir Village Riverfront Park on West Water Street.
Organizers are hoping for a big turnout.
Here's what you need to know about the event .
Weir Village trick or treat: Organizers hope to get 1,000 kids to attend Taunton Halloween Disney-themed fundraiser
Taunton City Council backs home rule petition to extend Police Chief Walsh's retirement age
Thanks to support from the mayor, members of City Council, as well as fellow officers from the police department, the city will be lobbying the state legislature, through a home rule petition, to extend Police Chief Edward J. Walsh’s retirement age.
State law indicates the mandatory retirement age for all public safety officers is 65. Walsh will reach that age in Oct. 2026.
Council, by a vote of 7-2, approved sending the home rule petition to the legislature.
Walsh's new retire ment age would be 70 .
Home rule petition: Taunton City Council backs home rule petition to extend Police Chief Walsh's retirement age
This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Top stories: Differences in legal filings in mayor's case; Dave Portnoy rates Smitty's
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