Library unveils digitized Herald News archive spanning 1926-1979
The Fall River Public Library has expanded its local history offerings with newly digitized access to the Fall River Herald News, giving residents a fresh window into the city's past.
TOWN HALL
City officials continued to flag several public works and safety notices this week via the town's News Flash system, including a reminder about the city's semi-annual water system flushing program and updated guidance for residents on staying safe during extreme heat. The city also pointed residents toward its Open Space and Recreation Draft Plan 2026-2036, which remains open for public review, and its 2026 Paint Disposal Schedule for households looking to dispose of old paint properly.
The city additionally reissued its notice regarding the Fall River Community Electricity Aggregation Program and continues to promote free, no-cost home energy assessments through Mass Save, encouraging residents to visit MassSave.com/FallRiver.
COMMUNITY & ARTS
The Fall River Public Library has added online access to the Fall River Herald News covering 1926 through 1979, a significant expansion of its local history and genealogy resources. The archive joins the library's growing collection of historical maps, yearbooks, and city directories available through its Local History page.
The library also expanded its museum pass program, newly offering free or reduced-rate access to the Norman Bird Sanctuary in Middletown, Rhode Island, and the House of the Seven Gables in Salem. Cardholders can reserve passes through the library's online booking system.
ELSEWHERE IN THE NEWS
"'Not an Aggressive Bone in His Body': Meet the Shy Cockatoo Hoping for a Loving Family" — A cockatoo named Boo Berry is currently housed at Fall River Animal Control awaiting adoption, according to a report picked up via Google Alerts from Newsbreak. (read it at https://www.newsbreak.com/dianna-carney-1587871/4800565473534-not-an-aggressive-bone-in-his-body-meet-the-shy-cockatoo-hoping-for-a-loving-family)
COMING UP
Residents can check the library's full events calendar and the city's Viva Fall River Calendar for upcoming programming, though specific dated listings were not available in today's source materials.
Compiled from official town feeds, community organizations, and local press. Outside reporting is attributed inline.