Fall River is a great place to call home, with diverse neighborhoods, unique recreation areas, and a supportive community. Get connected with resources, events, and programs for residents and find ways to help build a resilient, inclusive community.

Fall River is a great place to call home, with diverse neighborhoods, unique recreation areas, and a supportive community. Get connected with resources, events, and programs for residents and find ways to help build a resilient, inclusive community.

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Community Blogs

June 2023 Downloadable Events List

June 2023 Downloadable Events List

Things are heating up! Check out our downloadable (and printable) events round-up of all the ...
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June Workshops & Special Events at the Viva Maker Shop

June Workshops & Special Events at the Viva Maker Shop

Check out our list of special events and workshops taking place at the Viva Maker ...
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Third annual We HeART Fall River Festival celebrates power of arts and culture on May 13

Third annual We HeART Fall River Festival celebrates power of arts and culture on May 13

The Herald News FALL RIVER — It's once again time to show some love for ...
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Fall River: Phoenix Rising?

Fall River: Phoenix Rising?

Fall River: Phoenix Rising? “A good place to be pleasantly surprised” by NELL PORTER BROWN - ...
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Fall River is building more rail trail, with a goal to connect Cape Cod to RI by bike

Fall River is building more rail trail, with a goal to connect Cape Cod to RI by bike

by Dan Medeiros - The Herald News FALL RIVER — The Quequechan River Rail Trail is about ...
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New restaurant bringing Latin American flavors to downtown Fall River

New restaurant bringing Latin American flavors to downtown Fall River

by Ashley Schuler - The Herald News FALL RIVER — Origen (Spanish for — you ...
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Is Fall River the ‘culinary capital of the SouthCoast’? You be the judge at Restaurant Week

Is Fall River the ‘culinary capital of the SouthCoast’? You be the judge at Restaurant Week

By Ashley Schuler- The Herald News FALL RIVER — Take your taste buds on a ...
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Press: WPRI-12 The Rhode Show – Fall River Restaurant Week 2023

Press: WPRI-12 The Rhode Show – Fall River Restaurant Week 2023

Fall River Restaurant Week is a chance to experience the best of our diverse and ...
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Press: Fall River Reporter’s The Fall River Show with Marc Monroe Dion

Press: Fall River Reporter’s The Fall River Show with Marc Monroe Dion

Watch and get excited for Fall River Restaurant Week! March 24-April 2, 2023 ...
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Who makes the best pastel de nata? Fall River or New Bedford? Here’s who won.

Who makes the best pastel de nata? Fall River or New Bedford? Here’s who won.

by Ashley Schuler, The Herald News When it comes to Portuguese desserts, competition in the ...
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Community Resources

Guides & Pamphlets

Important Numbers

  • Fall River Government Center: 508-324-2000
  • Fall River Mayor’s Office: 508-324-2600
  • Fall River 24-Hour Access Number: 877-425-0048
  • Child and Family Services: 508-676-5708
  • Police Department – Non Emergency – 508-676-8511
  • Fire Department Headquarters: 508-324-2743
  • MASS RIDES: 888-4-COMMUTE
  • Poison Control Information: 800-222-1222
  • Samaritans Suicide Hotline: 508-673-3777
  • Mass 211 – connects callers to information about critical health and human services available in their community. It serves as a resource for finding government benefits and services, nonprofit organizations, support groups, volunteer opportunities, donation programs, and other local resources. Confidential and free.

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