Before we begin the new week in earnest, we’re taking a look back at the week that was, and the stories that led the news with Taunton Daily Gazette readers.
Top stories this past week included:
There was a tragic midair collision this week, between an Army helicopter and an American airlines flight. There were no survivors. Doug Zeghibe, CEO and executive director of the Skating Club of Boston in Norwood, told the media Thursday that six members of the club were on the plane, including two coaches, two athletes and the mothers of the athletes.
Taunton couple Deshawn McKinnon and Meghan Brown wanted to work together, be self-employed and do something that helped the community, so they started Pack A Bowl, a catering business that specializes in comfort food.
Where local Greater Taunton sports teams stand in the MIAA Power Rankings.
Taunton Eats took a look at how Italian Gem Café is doing their own take on viral sensation Dubai chocolate.
Taunton students are being recognized for perfect attendance as the district tackles absenteeism.
Phillip Eng, general manager of the MBTA, said at its most recent board of directors meeting, held Jan. 23, that South Coast Rail remains on track to open in a few months, this spring.
The latest Greater Taunton real estate report, featuring a custom-built Gambrel in Raynham that sold for $875,000. The North Main Street home offers a new stunning gourmet kitchen, a fireplaced front-to-back living room, a fantastic three-season room, and a finished basement. Check out this property, as well as other recent top-sellers.
These were the Top 5 stories of the past week, according to Gazette readers:
New coffee bar with ‘New York City feel’ opens in downtown Taunton
Identity Coffee Co., inside The Center on Main community center in downtown Taunton, recently made its debut.
An employee of Identity Coffee Co. in downtown Taunton serves a customer on on Jan. 4, 2025.
See what the buzz is, and what’s on the menu.
Grab a coffee: New coffee bar with ‘New York City feel’ opens in downtown Taunton. What’s on the menu?
Taunton High’s new food truck roars into town
Also on the local food scene, Taunton High School’s new food truck is officially rolling.
The Tiger Truck is a new extension of the high school’s culinary arts program.
Taunton High School senior Brandon Molina helps staff the culinary program’s new food truck, the Tiger Truck, on Friday, Jan. 17, 2025.
Here’s where you can find it, what they’re dishing up, and more.
The Tiger Truck: Taunton High’s new food truck roars into town. Where to find it, what’s on menu and more
Fall River firefighter from Taunton risks losing lower leg without surgery; GoFundMe set up
James Dow, a dedicated Fall River firefighter and Taunton resident, has spent the last 20 years helping others.
Now, he finds himself in need of help.
Dow, 41, suffered a severe injury to his left foot and ankle, which has kept him out of work for over a year.
His talus bone (ankle bone), which was reattached, has developed necrosis. If not treated soon, he risks losing his left leg below the knee.
Fall River firefighter and Taunton resident James Dow holding his son.
His wife Sara has created a GoFundMe to help cover the cost of his surgery.
‘A long road’: Fall River firefighter from Taunton risks losing lower leg without surgery; GoFundMe set up
Taunton school to be transformed into affordable housing
The old Leonard School building in Taunton will be redeveloped into affordable housing by the developer DSM Property Group, Mayor Shaunna O’Connell said.
The Leonard School on West Britannia Street is listed on the National Historic Register of Places.
These are the plans so far, including how the historic building will be redeveloped.
Leonard School: Taunton school to be transformed into affordable housing. When? Will building be torn down?
Former Freetown-Lakeville superintendent sends second $1M demand letter — singling out 3 Freetown officials
Former Freetown-Lakeville Superintendent of Schools Alan Strauss has sent a demand letter to the town of Freetown accusing three town officials — Town Administrator Deborah Pettey, Finance Committee member Margaret French, and Selectman Carlos Lopes — of defamation. Strauss said that the town could owe him “up to $1,000,000” in damages.
This is what we know, as of this writing.
Freetown-Lakeville: F-L superintendent sends second $1M demand letter — singling out 3 Freetown officials
This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Top stories: New coffee bar downtown; Taunton High food truck rolls out
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