The Taunton Daily Gazette

The Taunton Daily Gazette, along with its Sunday edition, has been serving readers since its establishment in 1848. Located in Taunton, Massachusetts, it provides news coverage for surrounding areas, including Berkley, Rehoboth, Dighton, Lakeville, Norton, and Raynham. On December 1, 2006, the Journal Register Company revealed plans to sell the Gazette and the Fall River Herald News to GateHouse Media. Since early 2007, the Gazette has been a part of GateHouse Media New England, continuing its long-standing tradition of journalism.

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Were Taunton schools, City Hall internet outages caused by 'security breach'? What we know

9 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.
Food trucks in the Southcoast serving up authentic flavors and dishes. Where to find them.

1 day ago | tauntongazette.com | Faith Harrington

The temperature has been steadily rising, with sunny days beginning to outnumber rainy days. As the days get longer and nights get warmer, life inevitably gets busier, adding the constant "what's for dinner?" dilemma to your plate. It's exhausting, and there often isn't enough time in the day to plan a well-rounded meal. Thankfully, the local food scene has a fleet of multicultural food trucks to make life easier — well, at least dinner.
'I was moved many times when he spoke': Taunton residents react to death of Pope Francis

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.
Should Taunton create raised pedestrian bike path along Route 140 and shrink roadway?

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.
New developer takes over housing project next to Taunton train station. Will project change?

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.
Bridgewater's Conor James sings in 'The Voice' Knockouts: Coaches want more, how he did

1 week ago | tauntongazette.com | Hailey Clevenger

BRIDGEWATER — Can this guy be stopped? Contestant Conor James, 28, of Bridgewater appeared on "The Voice" on Monday night April 15 and once again made it a difficult decision for his coach, Adam Levine. This week was The Knockouts round and James sang one song live against another contestant from Team Adam, Darius J. James sang, the classic hit "Forever Young" from Alphaville with a little bit of edge.
Who is the Taunton Daily Gazette H.S. Boys Athlete of the Week for April 7-13?

1 week ago | tauntongazette.com | Cameron Merritt

Another week of the spring high school sports season has come and gone in the Greater Taunton area. Last week, Taunton baseball stayed perfect with a shutout of Hockomock Kelley-Rex rivals Franklin while Dighton-Rehoboth baseball kicked off its season with a win. A Bridgewater-Raynham tennis player extended his match-winning streak to 15 while Bridgewater-Raynham track and field had another strong showing and both Taunton volleyball and Dighton-Rehoboth lacrosse continued to look strong.
Who is the Taunton Daily Gazette H.S. Girls Athlete of the Week for April 7-13?

1 week ago | tauntongazette.com | Cameron Merritt

Another week of the spring high school sports season has come and gone in the Greater Taunton area. Last week, both Taunton and Bristol-Plymouth softball remained undefeated with more strong showings while Dighton-Rehoboth softball took down rivals and back-to-back Division 4 defending champions Case. Bristol-Plymouth lacrosse got a new all-time record goal scorer while a Taunton lacrosse player reached a career milestone and Bridgewater-Raynham track and field had another solid showing.
‘Sets the tone:’ Dighton-Rehoboth baseball’s Miller looks to lead by example for Falcons

1 week ago | tauntongazette.com | Cameron Merritt

Show Caption Hide Caption Dighton-Rehoboth boys soccer seniors want to win for each otherLed by 13 experienced seniors who've been part of the program's best runs, Dighton-Rehoboth boys soccer is hoping to take it all the way this fall. NORTH DIGHTON— After 45 years of coaching high school baseball, its safe to say Dighton-Rehoboth coach Bill Cuthbertson knows a thing or two about evaluating players.
Here are Taunton High School's new graduation requirements to replace MCAS

1 week ago | tauntongazette.com | Emma Rindlisbacher

Taunton High School graduation requirements now include passing grades in Biology, 10th grade English, Algebra 1, and Geometry. These changes follow the statewide removal of the MCAS test as a graduation requirement. Students who didn't receive a diploma between 2003-2024 because they didn't pass the MCAS test can request a transcript review.