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Haunted town hall frightens and entertains

Fairhaven’s Town Hall was transformed into one big Halloween party, complete with free candy, costumes, contests, activities, and all-around just fooling-around fun. Outside the street was closed to traffic for people to gather and watch dperformances by the dancers of Supreme Perfection Studio; food trucks; a petting zoo and more.

Fairhaven, MA · 4d
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The Hill

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North Carolina, Massachusetts, New York report technical issues at polls

Multiple states including Massachusetts, North Carolina, Pennsylvania and New York have reported technical issues at the polls on Election Day. Issues were reported with election machines in the city of New Bedford, Mass., but were eventually resolved, according to local news station WBSM. The city spokesperson, Jack Thuon, said there were issues reported in four…

Massachusetts · 6d

WPRI 12 News

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Providence’s ‘The Parlour’ listed for sale

It's time for a popular live music venue in Providence to exit stage left, according to the owner.

Providence, RI · 11d

The Providence Journal

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As rabies cases continue to surge, person in Warwick treated

The Rhode Island Department of Health is again alerting the public about the state's high rate of rabies after a person in Warwick was exposed by a raccoon. The encounter happened in the Payton Avenue area, and the person started rabies treatment Sunday, Nov. 1, according to the health department. The raccoon was not captured, so it could not be tested for rabies, but raccoons are common carriers of rabies, the health department said in a press release. Rabies is a fatal disease if it is not treated before symptoms start. The health department advises anyone who may have had direct contact with a raccoon in the area to immediately call the department's Center for Acute Infectious Disease Epidemiology at 401-222-2577 (Monday to Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. or 401-276-8046 after hours) so a nurse can assess your exposure and determine if you should receive treatment. Are pets at risk as well? "If you think your pet may have come in contact with one of these raccoons, call RIDOH, your local Animal Control Officer, and your pet's veterinarian," the health department said. "Rhode Island continues to see a significantly elevated number of rabid animals in 2026," the health department

Warwick, RI · 6d

Brown Daily Herald

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Providence tenant unions to meet with building owners to renegotiate lease agreement

On Oct. 14, members of the Charles Place Tenant Union and Curtis Arms Tenant Union delivered a letter signed by over 200 tenants of the two Providence apartment complexes, calling for the buildings’ owners to meet with tenants and negotiate an agreement addressing tenants’ concerns about their living conditions.

Providence, RI · 7d

The Standard-Times

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New Bedford's Sunbeam Bread building clears hurdle for 37 apartments

NEW BEDFORD – A plan to convert the former Sunbeam Bread building’s second and third floors into 37 apartments has cleared a permitting hurdle. The sprawling property at 229-241 Coffin Ave. won Zoning Board of Appeals approval to make the change from storage space to apartments on Oct. 15. The bakery closed in 2005. The property’s first floor will continue to be used for commercial/retail. The proposal required a ZBA special permit determination that the benefit to the city and the neighborhood outweighs any adverse effects of the proposed use. The main benefit to the city is the housing provided , according to the owner/applicant. The initial plan included providing 16 parking spaces within a proposed interior garage area on the first floor. Developers added another 12 spots to the plan to bring the total to 28. Question 7: New Bedford, Fairhaven officials say ballot measure helps housing crisis What's next for the proposal The required number of parking spaces is 37, so the applicant/owner will be seeking a special permit from the Planning Board to allow the lesser number. There are 23 spaces already approved for the first-story commercial portion of the building. The owner/applicant is currently conducting a

New Bedford, MA · 7d

1420 WBSM

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Massachusetts Homes Are Twice as Likely to Catch Fire on Thanksgiving

Residential fires double on Thanksgiving Day in Massachusetts, with over 80 percent starting in the kitchen from unsafe cooking practices.

Massachusetts · 5d

The Herald News

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Rep. Carole Fiola wins reelection to state House. Full results

State Rep. Carole Fiola , a Democrat who has represented parts of Fall River and Freetown in the State House since 2013, won reelection on Tuesday night with 6,833 votes, according to unofficial numbers. Robert Anctil , her Republican challenger, finished with 4,588 votes. Fiola will continue representing the 6th Bristol district in the Massachusetts House of Representatives. Her district includes most of Fall River’s North End and the Assonet section of Freetown. Fiola had strong support in Fall River, where she garnered 6,165 votes to Anctil's 3,896 -- a 61% to 38% margin. In Freetown, however, Fiola lost to Anctil, 668 to 692 votes. Before her election to the House, Fiola served on the Governor’s Council for a decade and worked several marketing and economic development jobs in Fall River. Anctil, a former Berkley selectman, was part of a wave of GOP challengers in reliably blue districts in Greater Fall River this year, motivated in part by recent Republican successes in the region. Contacted on Tuesday night after results were available, Anctil said he had no comment. What's next for Fiola During her campaign, Fiola stressed her accessibility to constituents and her tenacity in winning funds for her district.

Fall River, MA · 5d

theweektoday.com

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Mattapoisett MCAS scores are much higher than state

In addition to hearing about MCAS scores, the School Committee heard from four sixth graders about their posters for the Peace Poster Contest hosted by the Mattapoisett Lions Club. Photos by Tanvi Kulkarni. Assistant Superintendent Sharlene Fedorowicz presented MCAS results to the Mattapoisett School Committee at its meeting Nov. 3.

Mattapoisett, MA · 6d

FUN 107

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Election Machine Glitches Reported Across Multiple New Bedford Precincts

Early morning voting machine issues affected four New Bedford precincts today. Officials adjusted internal wiring and tray alignment, fully restoring operations for voters.

New Bedford, MA · 6d

hoodline.com

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North Attleboro Unveils New $575K Community Field Playground After Storm Damage

The town's long-awaited playground replacement project at Community Field in North Attleboro is officially complete. The new play space behind Town Hall and Community School features updated equipment, a fresh playing surface and new electrical service, replacing a structure that had served the community for about 25 years. The project...

North Attleborough, MA · 7d

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Clean Up Walpole hosts a successful town-wide clean up

The second annual fall Clean Up Walpole day took place on Saturday, Oct. 17. The clean up started at 8:30 a.m. when volunteers met at the Epiphany Parish Pumpkin Patch, located on Front Street across the town’s pavilion. Around 80-100 volunteers showed up to participate in the event this October, similar numbers to previous cleanup hosted by Clean Up Walpole.

Walpole, MA · 6d

reportertoday.com

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News from Rehoboth Town Nurse

I am sitting down to write to you all on a late October day, with the sun shining and the temperature in the high sixties. My favorite fall day! It hard to believe that we are rapidly approaching the holiday season and the winter season. With that in mind, Id’ like to bring planning for potential power outages and holiday safety to your minds.

Rehoboth, MA · 6d

Martha's Vineyard Times

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SSA to launch new discount program on Veterans Day

The Steamship Authority (SSA) will be honoring men and women who served in the U.S. military with lower ticket rates starting on Veterans Day. The SSA will be once again bringing back its annual free rides for veterans on the Nov. 11 federal holiday, which is also when the ferry line will begin a new discount rate for veterans living on the Island.

Martha'S Vineyard, MA · 7d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Watch Larry Quintal thank supporters after conceding state rep race

Taunton, MA · 5d

F4WOnline

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Pro wrestler who portrays villainous politician elected mayor of Providence, Rhode Island

David Morales, a professional wrestler who portrays a villainous politician character, has been elected mayor of Providence, Rhode Island. Morales, a 28-year-old Democrat, defeated Republican Dave Talan in Tuesday’s election, receiving approximately 81% of the vote. He will take office in January. Morales has been involved with Rhode Island’s Renegade Wrestling Alliance since 2021, performing […]

Providence, RI · 5d

The Enterprise

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Campello Crossing brings new homes to Brockton

Brockton, MA · 6d

Uprise RI

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Free ACI Calls, Solitary Limits Died in Committee in 2026

Families paid Securus just over $795,000 for ACI calls and video visits in 2025, by RIDOC's count, and the bills that would have eased that cost and limited solitary died in committee. The lawmakers and governor who decide their next try are on Tuesday's ballot. Rhode Islanders vote Tuesday, Nov....

Rhode Island · 8d

The Enterprise

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Brockton High graduate serving Navy finds success far from home

A Brockton native who graduated from Brockton High School is serving in the U.S. Navy while helping prepare ships for deployment from the West Coast, according to a community announcement. Petty Officer 2nd Class Joselin Fernandez, a 2019 Brockton High School graduate, serves as a logistics specialist with Commander, Naval Surface Group Southwest in San Diego. Fernandez, who joined the Navy five years ago, is also working toward a bachelor's degree in criminal justice through the University of Massachusetts Global. For Fernandez, the path to the Navy began while attending community college during the COVID-19 pandemic. “During COVID, I was attending community college when classes transitioned to a fully online format,” Fernandez said. “Balancing school while working two jobs became challenging, and I realized I wanted to pursue something more. I also recognized that many people never leave their hometowns, and I wanted to challenge myself, experience something different and create opportunities beyond what I had always known.” Fernandez said lessons learned growing up in Brockton continue to shape a military career. “Growing up taught me the importance of getting outside of my comfort zone and always striving for more,” Fernandez said. “I learned not to settle for what is

Brockton, MA · 7d

WPRI 12 News

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Live Blog: Updates throughout Election Night in RI, Mass.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Election night has come to a close, and all of the big local races have been called as the remaining votes are tallied and finalized. Rhode Island has a new governor, Providence has a new mayor, and at the national level, Democrats won control of the U.S. Senate. Below you’ll find […]

Rhode Island · 6d