Daniel Schemer

2 weeks ago | tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer |Emma Rindlisbacher

TAUNTON — With a razor-thin lead of 21 votes, Democrat Lisa Field claimed victory in her state representative race against Republican Larry Quintal at approximately 9 p.m. on election night on Tuesday — but Quintal has not conceded and said he will be seeking a recount. "The good news is that we won," Field said at her post-election party at the Ward 5 Club in Taunton.

2 weeks ago | tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer

Several free, family-friendly events are happening in the Greater Taunton area this summer. Events include festivals, fairs, food trucks, live music, and cultural celebrations. Most events are free and open to all ages. Summertime is the perfect season for family fun, and that means searching for fairs, festivals, and other community events to enjoy together. With so many options popping up across the region, it can be overwhelming to keep track of them all.

3 weeks ago | tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer

The Taunton Community Justice Support Center (CJSC) offers rehabilitation programs for low-level offenders. Services include drug counseling, job training, and housing assistance. The CJSC aims to reduce recidivism and help offenders reintegrate into the community. TAUNTON — With the help of the Taunton Community Justice Support Center some people convicted of crimes in Bristol County say they are finding pathways to forgiveness and reform.

3 weeks ago | tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer

Customers can order through a walk-up window, and summer hours have been extended to include Sundays. The cafe, located inside Center on Main, plans to offer ice cream year-round. TAUNTON — If you are looking to cool off with a tasty treat while walking around downtown Taunton this summer, look no further than Identity Coffee.

3 weeks ago | tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer

Music Drives Us donated five clarinets and seven trumpets to John F. Parker Middle School in Taunton. The donation will benefit students in need of instruments and support the school's growing music program. Music Drives Us, founded by Ernie Boch Jr., provides grants to New England music programs. Taunton school officials and Music Drives Us representatives attended an instrument presentation ceremony featuring student performances.