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12 hours ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
After speculation, city officials, albeit passively, appear to have confirmed the prolonged computer network issues in March experienced by Taunton Public Schools and City Hall were caused by a "security breach."In March, city and school officials confirmed they had been experiencing ongoing computer network issues in buildings and departments.
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2 days ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
Like much of the world, Taunton Catholics — and many non-Catholics — are mourning the loss of Pope Francis, 88, who died Easter Monday following a lengthy bout of double pneumonia. Francis died of a stroke and irreversible heart failure, according to his death certificate released Monday. “I was shocked when I turned on the TV,” said Christine Fagan, a 30-year member of the Taunton School Committee, who thought Francis had been getting better.
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2 days ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
A study by the Southeastern Regional Planning & Economic Development District (SRPEDD) recommends improvements to Taunton's Route 140 corridor. The study focuses on four areas: Downtown Taunton, the Taunton River area, Harts Four Corners, and the Transit-Oriented District. Recommendations include a raised pedestrian and bicycle path, roadway "right-sizing," increased green space, and enhanced crosswalks.
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5 days ago | 
patriotledger.com | Daniel Schemer
Taunton's first retail marijuana dispensary, Commonwealth Alternative Care (CAC), has been sold to In Good Health. The sale comes after CAC's parent company, TILT Holdings, faced financial challenges, including declining revenue and a default notice for unpaid rent. In Good Health, already operating in Brockton and Sandwich, will take over the Taunton location as its third and final retail dispensary allowed under state law.
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1 week ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
TAUNTON – A massive 275-unit market-rate housing development, intended to be built next to the new MBTA rail station in East Taunton, has a new developer. The original developer backed out of the project. The proposal, which was approved by the city in summer 2023, was stalled last year when the original developer, Alliance Residential Co., withdrew, according to David Hall, regional development partner for Hanover Company, who bought and has taken over the housing project.
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1 week ago | 
enterprisenews.com | Daniel Schemer
Raynham is considering a bylaw amendment to comply with the state's multi-family housing law. The town must create a multi-family housing district that can accommodate at least 750 new units. The proposed district would be split between two locations near existing Walmart stores. Failure to comply could jeopardize millions in state funding for town projects. Town Meeting will vote on the bylaw amendment on May 19.
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1 week ago | 
patriotledger.com | Daniel Schemer
Raynham is considering a bylaw amendment to comply with the state's multi-family housing law. The town must create a multi-family housing district that can accommodate at least 750 new units. The proposed district would be split between two locations near existing Walmart stores. Failure to comply could jeopardize millions in state funding for town projects. Town Meeting will vote on the bylaw amendment on May 19.
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1 week ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
Carol Doherty, a Massachusetts state representative and longtime educator, died at 82 after a battle with pancreatic cancer. Prior to her political career, Doherty had a distinguished career in education, including serving on the Taunton School Committee and as president of the Massachusetts Teachers Association. Colleagues and loved ones remember Doherty for her wit, compassion, and tireless dedication to her constituents.
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1 week ago | 
enterprisenews.com | Daniel Schemer
Serendipity Bookshop opened on April 7 in downtown Taunton, Massachusetts. Owner Donna Melchionno aims to create a community space where people can relax and enjoy books. Melchionno envisions hosting events like concerts and poetry readings at the bookshop. TAUNTON — “A bookstore is more than just books. For me, it’s a place for community, and I wanted that space,” said Donna Melchionno, on why she opened Serendipity Bookshop in downtown Taunton.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Daniel Schemer
TAUNTON — This weekend the community will officially say goodbye to a beloved state official. Funeral services for state Rep. Carol A. Doherty, who died on Feb. 15 at the age of 82 after a battle with pancreatic cancer, will take place this Saturday, April 12, at Memorial United Methodist Church, at 176 Somerset Ave. in Taunton. The celebration of life will begin at 10 a.m., according to the official announcement, and is open to anyone who wants to pay their respects.
