Happy Valentine's Day, sweethearts
Good morning, readers, and a happy Valentine’s Day to you all! Each and every one of you has a special place in our hearts, and if we could give you a big heart-shaped box of chocolates we would. You’ll have to be content with a picture of one, and this newsletter. <3
As we do every week, we take a brief look backward before we move forward. Last week, we covered new plans for apartments along Fall River’s waterfront, and what that could mean for the housing market. We also caught up with the “singing babysitter,” what's happening with Jasiel Correia, a local chocolate factory, and more. Get the scoop on what you may have missed, right here.
Opponents of the proposed Innovators Charter School are declaring victory after the group behind the new school announced they would withdraw their application for state approval, following months of organizing and debate over the school's merits. The plan drew sharp rebukes from local groups, who are calling this “a big win.” Do you agree? Read on for more details.
And the Golden Gloves tournament continued this weekend in Fall River, with scrappy 125-pounder Michael Gaudreau from Fall River earning a 4-1 decision over fellow Fall Riverite Roberto Colon in the open division finals. Champions were crowned in the sub-novice, novice and open divisions. Get all the boxing action right here.
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