FRCMedia – Health

Cases of the Cold, Flu, and COVID on the Rise

Keith Thibault January 16, 2026 Comments Off

We’re about a month into winter, and cases of seasonal respiratory illnesses are at some of their highest levels in years across Massachusetts and Fall River

Public Safety Recommendations for Assisted Living Facilities Influenced by Gabriel House Fire

Keith Thibault January 15, 2026 Comments Off

It’s been six months since the Gabriel House assisted living facility’s fatal fire in Fall River. A special state commission, charged with making recommendations to improve the assisted living industry, released its final report

Donations, Volunteers Needed for Local Home Goods Distribution Center

Keith Thibault January 13, 2026 Comments Off

For over ten years, United Neighbors of Fall River’s Home Project has been a resource for community members returning to independent living to get back on their feet

Gabriel House Fire Lawsuits Moving Forward at Deliberate Pace

Keith Thibault January 7, 2026 Comments Off

It’s been nearly six months since the fire at the Gabriel House Assisted Living Facility in Fall River claimed the lives of 10 residents and injured many others. Lawsuits filed by 11 plaintiffs, representing