Spotlights

There was a time in our country when most of one’s shopping was generally done at Mom & Pop stores. With the advent of the department store – compressing various stores that specialized into departments – the Mom & Pop began to fade out. Since the chain store saved money …

For many people, the answer to “Which Holiday is your favorite?” is “Halloween!” What’s not to like about satisfying your sweet tooth, dressing up in your favorite monster, princess, or super hero, and running around the neighborhood role playing? For weeks before the special night, people spend hundreds, even thousands …

There’s a new bar and lounge on the block and though it’s only been open for a few, short weeks it is making some significant “noise.” Opening its doors 2 weeks ago, the 3,000 square foot upscale Clique Bar & Lounge at 1082 Davol Street, Fall River, has caught the …

When Averyl Andrade heard that 1 in 5 children in New Bedford and Fall River go to bed hungry every day, her life changed. She was a student at Bristol Community College studying English when she decided to take their Master Gardener’s Certificate Program on the side. Over the course …

There are few things in life as good as sitting down with the best of friends or family and enjoying some comfort food. Something that reminds you of growing up, that does the job of making sure you don’t leave the table hungry, and is simple, not pretentious. However, often …

Are you a local business owner? Considering kickstarting a business in the region? Not sure where to start and looking for advice, mentors, or peers to bounce ideas off of? Want to improve the quality of what you offer in terms of products or service? Well, there is one place …

Did you know that the YWCA is the world’s largest and oldest women’s organization in the United States? Or that they are no longer an exercise facility? That all YWCAs legally changed their name to only the letters YWCA? There are a lot of misconceptions about the services available to …

Can you imagine life unconnected? A day without a smartphone, laptop or tablet? No internet whatsoever? Being connected is the way of the world in this day and era and it’s uncommon for hours to pass without checking in. We keep one eye on our personal life, family and friends …