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As investigators probe cause of fire, Fall River mayor faults owner of assisted living home for spotty communication
It’s very important in a crisis that people stay in contact,” Mayor Paul Coogan said in a wide-ranging interview from his ...
One week after tragic Fall River fire, new safety initiative set to take place on Monday
Sunday marks one week since a fire ripped through an assisted living facility in Fall River, killing ten residents.
Fall River man faces multiple firearm charges after arrest
River man is facing multiple charges after police said he was in possession of multiple illegal firearms and cocaine.
‘I need bodies and ladders’: In radio recordings, Fall River firefighters battled deadly blaze to save lives.
Complainant screaming that there is fire, and alarms sounding. Unable to figure out exactly what was going on,” the ...
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'We have the funds available': Fall River mayor announces fire department budget increase
River expects to budget for an additional $1.5 million for fire department staffing, but in the immediate future, expects to ...
Fall River police video shows rescues at deadly fire: 'Not their comfort zone'
Body-worn camera footage from Fall River police shows officers rescuing residents from the Gabriel House fire. Check it out.
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Great-grandmother in critical condition after Fall River fire praised for warmth, big smile
Brenda Cropper’s family describes her as a “tiny little thing” with a big smile who made friends easily. Cropper stood about ...
Prominent law firm announces investigation into deadly Fall River fire
The nation's largest injury law firm announced Friday it was investigating the fatal fire in Fall River Sunday night.