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Fall River, MA — Aug 27 – Sep 3

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Kratom Regulation and DPH Community Survey
8.31.2026 Board of Health

The Health Department is preparing local retail guidance following the state's classification of kratom as a Schedule I controlled substance. This shift directly impacts local business compliance and public health enforcement across Fall River. Officials are also rolling out a statewide community health survey to gather resident health data.

Housing Inspection Appeal - 1197 Robeson Street
8.31.2026 Board of Health

The Board addressed a resident appeal regarding pest conditions and inspection records at Cardinal Medeiros Towers. Board members upheld the original inspection report after confirming the property remains in compliance via active professional extermination. The decision highlights how the city regulates sanitary code standards in multi-family housing facilities.

Local Upgrade Request - 115 Newhall Street
8.31.2026 Board of Health

The Board approved an infrastructure and property upgrade request for 115 Newhall Street following a formal review by the City Engineer. Approvals of this nature ensure local residential properties meet municipal engineering and environmental health standards. This action allows the property owner to move forward with necessary site improvements.

Also This Week

Tattoo Establishment Application - 400 Rhode Island Avenue — 8.31.2026 Board of Health
The Board approved a commercial tattoo establishment application for Christina Fazzina Aesthetics to operate at Biomed Spa on Rhode Island Avenue.
Tattoo Practitioner Licenses — 8.31.2026 Board of Health
Individual practitioner licenses were granted to local aesthetic professionals after meeting city health and safety qualifications.
Remarks by Mayor Paul E. Coogan — 8.31.2026 - 20th Anniversary of the Portas da Cidade - Gates of the City
Mayor Coogan addressed residents and visiting dignitaries to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Gates of the City and the city's enduring cultural ties with Ponta Delgada.
Remarks by Professor Dr. Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, Former President of Portugal — 8.31.2026 - 20th Anniversary of the Portas da Cidade - Gates of the City
Former Portuguese President Rebelo de Sousa spoke on the international significance of Fall River's Portuguese-American community and the symbolic meaning of the monument.
Remarks by Dr. José Manuel Bolieiro, President of the Regional Government of the Azores — 8.31.2026 - 20th Anniversary of the Portas da Cidade - Gates of the City
President Bolieiro reflected on the shared cultural heritage and economic bonds connecting the Azores to Fall River.
Remarks by State Senator Michael J. Rodrigues — 8.31.2026 - 20th Anniversary of the Portas da Cidade - Gates of the City
State Senator Rodrigues spoke on behalf of the legislative delegation regarding the history of the sister-city partnership.
Historical Perspective by Former Mayor Edward Lambert — 8.31.2026 - 20th Anniversary of the Portas da Cidade - Gates of the City
Former Mayor Lambert recounted the community organizing and international collaboration that led to the construction of the Portas da Cidade replica in 2006.

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