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2 days ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
Los Angeles-based artist Phill Bourque recently completed a mural in his hometown of Taunton. The artwork showcases Whittenton's history and landmarks, incorporating nostalgic elements. Bourque has completed other murals in Taunton, including two for Taunton Public Schools and a restoration in Weir Village. Artist Phill Bourque loves returning to his old stomping ground in Taunton.
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1 week ago | 
enterprisenews.com | Daniel Schemer
First Defense Supply (FDS), a store selling uniforms and equipment for first responders, opened in Taunton, Massachusetts on April 21. Located at 14 Merchants Lane, the store offers a range of apparel, tactical gear, and accessories, but does not sell firearms or ammunition. TAUNTON — If you’ve walked through the parking lot behind City Hall and the Taunton Police Department you’ve probably noticed a new business.
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1 week ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
Taunton City Council approved a special permit for Greystar to build a 390-unit housing development at the Whittenton Mills Complex. The project includes a parking waiver, reducing required spaces from 2 per unit to 1.6, a point of contention among council members. Greystar agreed to several traffic mitigation measures and infrastructure improvements, including road realignments and intersection upgrades.
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2 weeks ago | 
capecodtimes.com | Rebecca Hyman |Daniel Schemer
The man found shot to death behind Bristol-Plymouth high school in Taunton has been identified, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn said in a written statement. Stephan Myers, 39, of Falmouth was found in a construction area behind B-P early Wednesday morning, the DA said Wednesday evening. He died as a result of a single gunshot wound, the DA said. Myers was transported to the Massachusetts Medical Examiner's Office pending an autopsy.
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2 weeks ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
Free Play Bar Arcade, a new 21+ entertainment venue, has opened in Taunton, Massachusetts, in the former Uno Chicago Grill location. The arcade features hundreds of classic and modern video games, pinball, and other amusements for a single entry fee ($8 on weekdays and Sunday, $12 on Friday and Saturday). While a full bar is available, food options are limited to thin-crust pizza to encourage patronage of nearby restaurants.
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2 weeks ago | 
metrowestdailynews.com | Rebecca Hyman |Daniel Schemer
The man found shot to death behind Bristol-Plymouth high school in Taunton has been identified, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn said in a written statement. Stephan Myers, 39, of Falmouth was found in a construction area behind B-P early Wednesday morning, the DA said Wednesday evening. He died as a result of a single gunshot wound, the DA said. Myers was transported to the Massachusetts Medical Examiner's Office pending an autopsy.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Rebecca Hyman |Daniel Schemer
The man found shot to death behind Bristol-Plymouth high school in Taunton has been identified, Bristol County District Attorney Thomas Quinn said in a written statement. Stephan Myers, 39, of Falmouth was found in a construction area behind B-P early Wednesday morning, the DA said Wednesday evening. He died as a result of a single gunshot wound, the DA said. Myers was transported to the Massachusetts Medical Examiner's Office pending an autopsy.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Daniel Schemer
A 39-year-old man was found dead early Wednesday morning in the construction area behind Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School in Taunton. Rumors started circulating online early Wednesday morning about a possible fatality at the school, with the Hart Street entrance to B-P reported to have been blocked off. The Bristol County District Attorney's Office said foul play is suspected, but there is no threat to the public and no known connection between the dead man and the school.
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2 weeks ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Daniel Schemer
A 39-year-old male was found dead behind B-P high school in Taunton. The death is being investigated as suspicious, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. There is no known connection between the deceased and the school. An autopsy is pending. TAUNTON — A 39-year-old man was found dead early Wednesday morning, April 30, in the construction area behind Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School.
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2 weeks ago | 
yahoo.com | Daniel Schemer
Authorities have identified a body found last weekend in Taunton. Samuel Stovall, 51, was located in the water of the Mill River behind 43 Chandler Ave., said the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. On Friday, April 25, at approximately 3:40 p.m., Taunton police received a 911 call from pedestrians walking in the area who located the body. Massachusetts Police and Taunton Police detectives responded to the scene.
