FALL RIVER — More than $3.2 million in American Rescue Plan Act grant money will soon be available to local small businesses impacted financially by the COVID-19 pandemic. The money for the Small Business Recovery Grant program is part of a $68 million ARPA allotment...
FALL RIVER – The Fall River Arts & Culture Coalition starts the new year with a new face at the helm, hiring Ashley Occhino to be the group’s executive director. The position is a new one for FRACC, which was formed in 2019 and is a collaborative, member-based...
A recent Herald News article, “Fall River attractions foresee more visitors in ‘22,” focused on three of Fall River’s attractions: Battleship Cove, Lizzie Borden House and Al Macs diner. My family visited the Battleship when the kids were younger and we drop in to Al...
What a year it’s been! Take a look back with us as we look toward a new year that is going to bring great things to our wonderful City. Thank you for your support and VIVA Fall River!
As 2021 comes to an end, it is clear that the challenges brought on by the pandemic have impacted out cultural institutions, from movie theaters and concert venues to major museums, independent galleries and college art spaces. Cancelled or delayed art openings,...
FALL RIVER — The Fall River waterfront is poised for a renaissance with the multi-million Route 79/Davol Street Corridor Improvement state project under way, the revitalization of the City Pier and a host of private ventures along the Taunton River. But what of...
Written by the Age & Dementia Friendly Greater Fall River Coalition The holidays are meant to be a time of family traditions, cheer, and celebration. It is a time to relax, enjoy time spent with loved ones, and reflect upon the past year. For many, the increased...
FALL RIVER — The Fall River area got some good news Friday afternoon with the announcement that Mayflower Wind had been awarded a 400 megawatt power purchase agreement to develop an offshore wind farm 20 miles south of Nantucket. The Boston-based wind-industry...
FALL RIVER – Thursday, November 18, 2021 – Today, Lt. Governor Karyn Polito and Housing and Economic Development Secretary Mike Kennealy were joined by state and local officials to announce a $2.5 million MassWorks Infrastructure Program grant to Fall River to fund...
FALL RIVER — Who says you need to wait until December, or Thanksgiving even, to get in the Christmas spirit? Viva Fall River is bringing the holiday cheer to downtown Fall River a bit early this year with the debut of its Thanksmas Pre-Holiday Celebration on Saturday,...