We are eating local and dining on popular dishes only found in their hometowns like the Chow Mein Sandwich in Fall River, and the Chop Suey Sandwich in Salem Watch the video here:...
Patti Rego
Taste Fall River Engaging the Community in Support of Local Restaurants
Here’s an opportunity for you to sample the flavors of restaurants downtown while also building community pride. The third Taste Fall River event will take place next Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday. Read more and watch Patti Rego's interview here:...
“A Tremendous Summer in Fall River” Free Concerts to be Held at City Parks
FALL RIVER — After the pandemic canceled concerts and live entertainment for months, Fall River residents will get to take in free concerts at public parks all summer long. “This has been a tough year, the last 14, 15 months. People haven’t been together,” said...
Sample the Local Flavor – Taste Fall River Returns to Promote Areas Eateries
FALL RIVER - People who’ve put off returning to restaurants will have some extra motivation later this month as Taste Fall River returns, with about two dozen local restaurants giving samples of their signature dishes for the price of one ticket. “We’re trying to help...
“Rocking & Rolling” Fall River Arts, Culture Plan Will Boost Local Economy
FALL RIVER — “Artists eat.” Who knew? That bold statement was made by Mike O’Sullivan, the Fall River co-CEO of One SouthCoast Chamber. O’Sullivan wasn’t being flip- pant. His point was that artists, as well as people who travel to partake of art and cultural shows...
It’s in the Bag – Fall River leather manufacturer adding a new women’s brand
FALL RIVER — The fifth floor of Tower Mill on Quarry Street is populated by alligators, pythons and French bulls, or, more specifically, their hides. Fall River native Frank Clegg — with the assistance of sons Andrew and Ian and a full-time staff of 15 employees —...
Signs of Life – Viva Fall River Working to Revitalize South Main St.
FALL RIVER — Anyone who’s driven down South Main Street recently has likely seen the mural pro- claiming “Viva Fall River." It’s part of an initiative that emerged last year to promote the city, both to potential visitors and its own residents. “It’s about feeling...
Video is a Reminder of Why You Love Fall River
FALL RIVER — As we head into what is bound to be a difficult few weeks for the city, it feels appropriate to point out the positives. The trial of former mayor Jasiel Correia II is set to begin Tuesday in Boston, no doubt shining a negative light on the city,...
A Boost for Business
MassDevelopment TDI grants helped "keep the lights on" in Fall River during pandemic FALL RIVER — Twenty-three years ago when Todd Salpietro opened TJ’s Music at 347 South Main St. he knew being a downtown business owner wouldn’t necessarily be easy. But the thought...
Fall River Native’s Sculpture Installed at Government Center
Fall River native’s sculpture installed at Government Center FALL RIVER — A piece of sculpture that honors the diverse cultures in the city was installed on Monday on the cornerstone of One Government Center. Two years in the making, it was the creation of Fall River...