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Black bear spotted wandering throughout Swansea

The Swansea Police Department is warning residents that a black bear was spotted roaming around town Monday evening.

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Miss Lizzie's Coffee says owner Joe Pereira has died

FALL RIVER — The operators of Miss Lizzie’s Coffee announced on Monday, Nov. 9, that owner Joe Pereira has died. “Please bear with us during this difficult time. We will be open for limited hours for the next few days while we make arrangements,” the café announced on its Facebook page. The café had initially announced Sunday it would be closed for a “family emergency.” Pereira’s café, which initially opened in 2023 on Second Street next to the Lizzie Borden House, moved in late June to 100 Rock St., the former Central Congregational Church — the church Lizzie Borden’s family attended. Since its opening, the coffee shop’s connection to the Lizzie Borden story has attracted customers from across the United States and several countries. Historic connection: Miss Lizzie's Coffee has big plans to be a cultural center Pereira's coffee shop made national news Pereira and the café had attracted controversy since its opening; after U.S. Ghost Adventures sued in federal court for trademark infringement in 2023, the feud between the two Lizzie-related attractions made headlines nationally. USGA later sued Pereira individually and the café for defamation. Pereira, who acted as his own attorney, defaulted in both lawsuits after failing to

Fall River, MA · 1d

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7 Facts About Dunkin’ in Massachusetts

Dunkin’ started in Quincy in 1948 as a doughnut shop called Open Kettle. Bay Staters who stop in every morning might not know that, let alone other parts of the chain’s history. Here are the facts about Dunkin’ in Massachusetts that even regulars don’t not know.

Quincy, MA · 15h

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Two golden retrievers ‘assist' Hingham firefighters during medical call

Two golden retrievers tried to lend a paw to firefighters responding to a medical emergency in Hingham, Massachusetts, on Thursday, according to the firefighters union. The dogs walked up to the crew “to assist with medical care,” a post from Hingham Firefighters Local 2398 said. The dogs had...

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Weymouth Neighborhood Favorite Pizzeria to Close Its Doors This Weekend

After 12 years of service, CeCe’s Pizza will close its Weymouth location in Massachusetts. The restaurant announced the closure on social media, confirming that November 14 will be its final day of business. CeCe’s Pizza Announces Closure. Located at 4 Union Street in Weymouth, CeCe’s Pizza is a...

Weymouth, MA · 15h

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Acclaimed WBCN Documentary Comes to Hingham

“The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and the American Revolution” screens at Patriot Cinemas at the Hingham Shipyard. The acclaimed documentary The Airwaves Belonged to the People: WBCN and the American Revolution, about the Boston radio station that helped define a generation’s music, politics, and counterculture, will screen at Patriot Cinemas at the Hingham Shipyard on Wednesday, November 11, at 7 p.m.

Hingham, MA · 3d

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These 7 Fall River, Massachusetts Portuguese Bakeries Still Pull Malassadas or Sweet Bread From the Oven Every Morning

One bakery on this list unlocks its door at 4:30 in the morning. That’s before most coffee makers in Massachusetts have even clicked on. I love that detail because it tells you who these ovens are really for. They serve early shift workers, Sunday regulars, and anyone who knows that sweet bread tastes best before the sun is fully up.

Fall River, MA · 2d

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Students create new home for old tradition

Ryder Pavao, Adelaide Zell and Emily Best with their finished work. Submitted photo. Lakeville Historical Commission member Delia Murphy with the display case. Photo by Sandy Quadros Bowles. The students signed their names to their work. Photo by Sandy Quadros Bowles. Ryder Pavao, Adelaide Zell and Emily Best with their...

Lakeville, MA · 2d

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Tecate Corona Mexican Kitchen Set to Open Doors in Plymouth and Saugus

Tecate Corona Mexican Kitchen & Sports Bar is planning locations at 390 Court Street in North Plymouth and 304 Lincoln Avenue, Unit 3 in Saugus. The expansion follows the Groveland-based restaurant and sports bar’s opening in August 2025; permit details for the Plymouth site outline its proposed size, seating and hours.

Plymouth, MA · 3d

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The Sweetest Advent Calendar on the SouthCoast Is Back at Acushnet Creamery

Twelve 3-ounce surprise scoops, scratch-off flavor cards, and local holiday cheer! Pre-order your Acushnet Creamery box before Dec. 4.

Acushnet, MA · 1d

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Enter to Win Tickets to Mike Rita at The Vault

Mike Rita is bringing his God's Plan Tour to The Vault in New Bedford for a night of hilarious comedy, and you could be going to the show for free.

New Bedford, MA · 2d

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$41,588 Jackpot payout at Plainridge Park Monday

Plainville, MA — On Monday (Nov. 9) afternoon, Plainridge Park was littered with longshots and big payouts, and the biggest of all came to one lucky winner who hit the Wicked Hi-5 pentafecta in the day’s ninth race. After the pool continued to grow for several weeks, there was a $38,111 carryover for that wager in the race and the single unique combination of 9/5/3/6/8 returned $41,588.34 for the 20-cent bet.

Plainville, MA · 1d

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Parking problems eased for Warren's Harborview

Danny Warren poses inside Warren's Harborview days after the Zoning Board of Appeals granted the restaurant a special permit for parking. Photo by Erin Darling. Danny Warren poses inside Warren's Harborview days after the Zoning Board of Appeals granted the restaurant a special permit for parking. Photo by Erin Darling.

Wareham, MA · 2d

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MSPCA caring for 60+ chinchillas from massive rescue effort

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is seeking adopters for more than 60 chinchillas who were rescued from a commercial breeding facility in Ohio.

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After osprey decline, activists call for menhaden fishery regulations

Perched on a ladder 20 feet in the air, Gina Purtell uses a rake to clear trash, leaves, and built-up bird excrement from the top of an osprey nest. The nest, a manmade box on stilts lodged in the marshes of the Westport River, is little more than an AirBnb for the migratory osprey that furnish it each spring and summer.

New Bedford, MA · 1d

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Sip & Stroll strolls on despite drizzle

Adam, Anna, and Molly Eldridge of Wareham came especially to see the mini-cows. Photo by Erin Darling. Philip Kinsherf of Middleboro cuddles his own mini-cow at the Nov. 7 Sip & Stroll. Photo by Erin Darling. Jim Hickey of Hanson sells his custom birdhouses and other woodworking creations. Photo by...

Middleborough, MA · 3d

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Bring Your Whole Family To The Massachusetts Amusement Center That Delivers Nonstop Fun All Day Long

There are places you take your family because you feel like you should, and then there are places like Seekonk Grand Prix in Seekonk, Massachusetts, where everyone actually wants to be there. This family fun center has built a reputation for delivering exactly what it promises, and in the world...

Seekonk, MA · 5d

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Hingham Holiday Fair Set for November 21

The annual Hingham Holiday Fair returns Saturday, November 21, at Hingham High School, featuring more than 90 talented artisans and small businesses offering a wide variety of holiday gifts and seasonal merchandise. From creative holiday and home décor to gifts for all ages (including pets!), hostess gifts, a pop-up bookshop,...

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Shop local this Christmas at these SouthCoast craft fairs

Let’s be honest, Christmas shopping is equal parts joy and chaos. When your gift list keeps growing, finding something each person will truly love, need or use can feel like a tall order. The good news? The SouthCoast is packed with craft fairs and holiday markets brimming with one-of-a-kind gifts, festive decor and tasty treats. Even better, these events are a win-win. You’ll check names off your list while supporting local makers, small businesses and neighbors this holiday season. So skip the big box stores this year and explore the hidden gems right in your own backyard. First Unitarian Universalist Society’s Holiday Craft Fair Nov. 14: Choose from dozens of crafts by local vendors, including quilted and crocheted items, pottery, stained glass, handmade and photo cards, candles, salves and balms. Browse vintage jewelry and home-baked goods, soups, jams and jellies, and enter to win a queen-size quilt. From 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at First Unitarian Universalist Society of Middleboro, 25 South Main St. Thanksmas Holiday Market Nov. 14: Purchase Street in Fall River will come alive from 4 to 8 p.m. with lights and Christmas decorations. Stroll along as carolers sing, shop from handcrafted vendors, grab some roasted chestnuts

Fall River, MA · 22h

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Torch-oscope 11.09-11.15

There is a lot of road rage in your future: the geese will be sunbathing on the road again this week… Good luck leaving campus!. How is that STEM major going? Don’t focus too much on your studies and forget to take care of yourself. Get some takeout and keep it cozy, you deserve it.

Dartmouth, MA · 1d

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