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Fall River cafe owner helping downtown blossom. New restaurants and stores are coming.
FALL RIVER — With some care and collaboration, a corner of Fall River’s downtown is starting to flower. “I’ve really been focusing on bringing in new entrepreneurs into Fall River with a focus on job creation,” said Joseph Holdiman, owner of Thyme Blossom. His restaurant and cafe has been thriving at 10 Purchase St.,...
Pet of the Week: His name is Earl, and this sweet senior Tiger cat needs a home
The Taunton Animal Shelter Pet of the Week is Earl, a male tiger cat. Earl was found in an abandoned building, and he was skinny and hungry. His vet visit went well: his diagnostic blood profiles were in normal ranges. The vet estimated his age to be 12 years, and...
Westport Animal Control looking for owner of lost husky
WESTPORT, Mass. (WLNE) — Westport Animal Control said it is looking for the owner of a lost husky that was found on Saturday morning. The dog was found on Pine Hill Road. Anyone with information on the owners can call 774-264-5129.
Dreary day doesn’t dampen duck derby
On Sunday, May 19, people crowded the railing by the Tihonet Pond Canal, waiting for a flood of yellow to come from the canal’s drain pipe. Glen Reid, a long-time employee with A. D. Makepeace, led the crowd in a rousing count-down from 10. After the count-down, and with a few seconds of suspense for good measure, a flock of bobbing yellow ducks came hurtling down the river.
Want to discover the healing powers of nature? Visit Wild Heart Herb House in New Bedford
NEW BEDFORD -- For years, Nico Lebreux has been a community herbalist, yoga teacher and self-care advocate, and now is the proud owner of Wild Heart Herb House located inside the Allen C. Haskell Public Gardens. “In the past, people would always ask me ‘Where can I get herbs?’ and...
Missed connection leads Wanderer model to museum
MATTAPOISETT — George Lowery felt something tragic must have happened. A master model shipbuilder, Lowery had completed a piece commissioned by Mattapoisett resident Ed Beemer after the two men had first met at an art show in Scottsdale, Arizona. It took two years to create. Lowery emailed Beemer that...
Fall River, Mass Audubon team up for free birdwatching trips. Here's how to join in.
FALL RIVER — Amazon.com in a recent commercial touted Fall River as a birdwatching destination — which was news to area birdwatchers. But the city of Fall River and Mass Audubon are working together to manifest it. The city and the environmental group are collaborating for Wings on the Watuppa Reservation: Birdwatching in the Bioreserve, a free event introducing people to our feathered friends in the city’s forest. Transportation is even included. ...
Bikers gear up for ice cream at sixth annual Tour de Creme
MATTAPOISETT — Below 60 degrees with no sun in sight likely isn’t exactly the perfect day for ice cream. But with several miles of biking under one’s belt, a stop — or two or three — at the local creamery was an easy call. Hundreds...
Lasagna supper to take place at Trinity Christian Church
Trinity Christian Church at 462 Main Street will host a lasagna supper on Friday, May 24 from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. The menu includes: lasagna, salad, garlic bread, assorted homemade desserts and a beverage. The charge for the dunner is $15 for adults and $7 for children under 10.
Pushing limits, New Bedford based Sleepless in New England a ‘super team’ of talent
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... New Bedford boasts a rich tapestry of musical talent, and the hip-hop scene is making its mark. Enter Sleepless in New England, a team pushing boundaries across various venues, seamlessly playing alongside experimental noise bands, grunge rock outfits, and straight-up rock ensembles. This dynamic group merges music, photography, cinematography, fashion, and live performance to craft a truly unique auditory and visual experience rooted in hip hop.
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