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The Numbers of Those Unemployed in Fall River Rose in December

January 28, 2025January 29, 2025 - by Keith Thibault

The unemployment rate in the City of Fall River for December rose eight-tenths of a percent to 6.1%, up from 5.3% in November.

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Community / Jobs / Neighborhoods

State Unemployment Rate Rises Slightly in December

January 24, 2025 - by Keith Thibault

The Massachusetts unemployment rate for December rose one-tenth of a percent over November.

Business / Community / Fall River / Government / Neighborhoods

Council Looks to Legalize Residential Short-Term Rentals

January 16, 2025January 16, 2025 - by Keith Thibault

This week the Fall River City Council gave initial approval to an ordinance to legalize residential short-term rentals.

Business / Community / Economic Development / Fall River / Government / Housing / Neighborhoods

Mayor Provides Update on MBTA Housing Mandate, Former Police Station

January 9, 2025 - by Keith Thibault

With SouthCoast Rail expected to begin service this spring, the city has received notice that it complies with a state regulation mandating housing initiatives near rail stations.

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Rodrigues Previews Upcoming Senate Term

January 3, 2025January 9, 2025 - by Keith Thibault - 1 Comment

Massachusetts State Senator Michael Rodrigues, who begins his eighth term representing Fall River, spoke to FRCMedia to preview the upcoming senate term.