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Looking for more outdoor dining options in Fall River? New guidelines, grants should help
Read about how Fall River’s restaurants will soon be offering more outdoor seating options.
Outdoor Dining Grant Offers Funding for Fall River Restaurants; New City Guidelines and Permit Process Released
Look into Fall River’s new outdoor dining grant program and guidelines.
Fall River Outdoor Dining Grant Program
All Fall River businesses are eligible to apply for up to $2,000 in funding for outdoor dining related purchases! First come, first served – apply today!
Flavorful Take-Out Foods
You’re on vacation so calories don’t count – right? – which is why you want to take a taste of Fall River with you when you head out.
Viva Downtown In Action: Current Projects & Past Work
Outdoor Dining TA Restaurant A pedestrian uses the walkway at this custom "pedlet" Harry's Restaurant Planter Program/Tree Pit Maintenance Fall 2021 Summer 2022 Summer 2021 Summer 2022 Clean-Ups Graffiti Removal Clean-ups...
Resource Library
Fall River Downtown Urban Renewal Plan Full document, last updated on 2018 Executive Summary Fall River Downtown Walk Audit Memo and Summary Findings Fall River Downtown Activation Plan Full Plan Appendix only Fall River Local Rapid Recovery Plan Executive Summary...
Frequently Asked Questions: BIDs
We pay taxes — why should we pay more for services? Isn’t that the municipality’s responsibility? This is the most common question and arises from the concern that private property owners would need to provide services that some feel should be undertaken by the...
What is a BID?
What is a Business Improvement District? A BID is a legally defined geographical area where local stakeholders plan, oversee, and fund the maintenance, improvement, and promotion of their commercial district. chant associations because a BID offers a dedicated and...
Noticing more art around Fall River? How these teens are transforming overlooked spaces
Read about how young artists from Yeah Corps are livening up the art scene in the city.
Elder Resources
Services and resources for senior residents.
Community Organizations
Organizations and groups who work to make life better for residents in Fall River.
‘Sing out strong’: Fall River honors native son ‘Sesame Street’ composer Joe Raposo
Read about how Fall River will continue to remember Joe Raposo, the Sesame Street composer, who is also a native of the city.