Fall River Development News

11/24/2025

From host gifts to holiday centerpieces, Edible Arrangements Fall River, MA 508-730-3410 has all the sweet treats your table deserves.

Come by and grab something fresh and festive or order delivery! For those last minute shoppers we will be open on Thanksgiving from 8:30am -11:30am.

Fall River 508-730-3410 or North Dartmouth 508-858-5450

Thanksging Day hours are 8:30am-11:30am

11/23/2025

- Check out our video tour of the new Silver Stone Castle and Family Entertainment Center in Swansea.

11/23/2025

- The redevelopment of the 152-year-old Sacred Heart Church and rectory buildings is nearly complete!

The former 37,850-square-foot church and rectory buildings, located at 160 Linden Street in Fall River have been converted into 46 market-rate apartments that are now ready for lease.

The residential redevelopment features 19 two-bedroom apartments, 24 two-bedroom lofts, and three three-bedroom lofts, according to Hajjar Management Partners, which manages and develops residential and commercial spaces across New England.

Hajjar Management Partners was established in Boston 36 years ago by Charles “Chuck” Hajjar.

“The rejuvenation of Sacred Heart Church and rectory is a great opportunity to bring new life to a beloved but underutilized space,” Hajjar said in a recent statement about the project. “We’re focused on preserving its original charm while modernizing with the latest finishes.”

The redevelopment construction work for the project was done by Pearl Construction.

Sacred Heart Lofts offers 2 to 3 bedroom units starting from $1,995 to $2,995. Contact Anne Marie from Amaral Real Estate Associates Inc., at 508-971-1198 for more leasing information.

Click on https://www.homes.com/property/sacred-heart-lofts-fall-river-ma/p41kcth2cfzm7/ to view more photos.

11/16/2025

- Allyson Pavao, has opened New Heart Tattoo at 224 Pleasant Street in Fall River directly across the street from the Bristol County Savings Bank Building. Pavao, a Fall River resident, worked at Up In Flames Tattoo for 6 years before going into business for herself.

Pavao tells Fall River Development News that she specializes in fine-line, realism, and illustrative tattooing. She most enjoys doing sentimental tattoos for her clients. The name “New Heart Tattoo” came from a bible verse and is all about living right and having a pure heart according to Pavao.

New Heart Tattoo is open Monday through Saturday from 11am to 7pm and is closed on Sunday. The same spot was formerly occupied by Ultimate Health & Nutrition before being renovated into the New Heart Tattoo studio. Call 508-884-0723 to make an appointment.

In October, the Fall River Board of Health unanimously approved the application for the tattoo establishment and practitioner license for Allyson Pavao at New Heart Tattoo. The inspection of the new tattoo shop was completed successfully, and all necessary paperwork was up-to-date, facilitating a smooth approval process.

11/14/2025

– It looks like Patti’s Pierogis at 1019 South Main Street in Fall River will be changing hands soon. According to a legal notice published today, Pattis Pierogis, Inc., has filed an application to transfer an All-Alcohol Common Victuallers License to TTC Entertainment LLC.

It is unclear what TTC Entertainment has planned for the popular Polish-American eatery. The property sale is pending. The restaurant is 2,000 square feet in size on one main floor with a kitchen and 2 bathrooms.

In 2023, Patti’s Pierogis was listed for sale and has remained fully open for business since.

The MLS ad stated the following:

“Opportunity awaits to own your own business. Ever dream of owning your own restaurant or sports bar or a breakfast place? Now is your chance.! Well established, well-kept restaurant/bar waiting for new owners. Current owners looking to retire. All restaurant equipment, dining room and bar furniture included with the sale along with a full liquor license. This is bittersweet for current owners, they are willing to stay and train if needed for a negotiated price...Restaurant and bar will remain open while on the market.”

Since 2009, Patti's Pierogis has been the place to go for Polish American cuisine. This local favorite was started by Patti and Ron Geary. The casual eatery is known best for its variety of pierogis. With dozens of varieties of homemade savory and sweet pierogis.

The Fall River Licensing Board will hold a public hearing on the matter November 25th at 5pm inside the 1st floor hearing room at Government Center.

11/13/2025

- A vacant lot located at 1173 South Main and Freedom Streets is being eyed for a proposed new 3-story Duplex building.

The plans include 5 bedrooms and 2.5 baths per unit. The Duplex features 3 levels of living space, off-street parking and already has site plan review approval and building plans in hand, ready for permit submission.

Click https://chrispaiva.acceleragent.net/IDX/1173-South-Main-St-Fall-River-MA-02724/0803c57ff2db1316f660d6a82d941600_PIN/0005606 for more details on acquiring this property ready for construction.

11/11/2025

- Holy Mart has officially opened its first location in Fall River inside the former Ice N’ Roll shop at 4263 North Main Street. The convenience store is open Monday through Saturday from 6am to 10pm and Sunday from 2pm to 10pm. Holy Mart offers meat & grocery items, fruits & vegetables, as well as Haitian specialty food products.

Holy Mart will be opening a second location before the end of the year at the former 7 Eleven Store at 28 East Main Street in Fall River.

Sherly Saint Louis, along with her husband Samuel Saint Louis, are the owners of both Holy Mart locations, as well as several other Fall River businesses, which include the Sherly Beauty Supply Store at 954 South Main Street and the Sr. Marie take-out restaurant at 4263 North Main Street.

The name “Holy Mart” was inspired by their faith. Samuel Saint Louis is also the paster at the Kingdom Colony Ministry at 820 King Philip Street in Fall River.

The entrepreneurial spirit extends to family member Renette Saint Louis Joseph, who owns and operates the Lakay Juice Café, which is also located at 4263 North Main Street in the same strip plaza as the other family businesses.

11/11/2025

🌟 Community Food Distribution – November 13th at Kind Hearts Learning Center! 🌟

We’re proud to announce that Kind Hearts Learning Center will be hosting a Community Food Pantry on Thursday, November 13, 2025, from 3:00–5:00 PM at 700 N Eastern Ave, Fall River, MA.

This event is open to anyone in need, no registration or proof of assistance required. ❤️
Regardless of what’s happening with SNAP benefits, our goal is to make sure that families in our community have access to food and support.

✨ First come, first served, supplies are limited.
We encourage everyone to share this post and spread the word so that those who could use a little extra help know they’re welcome.

Because on World Kindness Day, and every day, a little kindness goes a long way. 💛

11/09/2025

- Studio 59, a 3,000 square foot event venue in Swansea has permanently closed. It was located inside the Target Plaza at 581 GAR Highway in Swansea. The space was formerly last occupied by a T-Mobile store and an Orange Leaf yogurt shop.

Studio 59 opened in December of 2022 and hosted birthday parties, baby showers, retirement parties, bridal showers, or any special event.

The Studio 59 event space was a blank canvas that allowed people to create layouts for intimate events ranging from 30-90 guests.

11/09/2025

- The former Boston Market restaurant at Thirty 12th Street in Fall River is being renovated and will become a Popeye’s restaurant by late December.

Popeye’s currently occupies space in the Flint Village Plaza at 933 Pleasant Street and will be moving to the former Boston Market location when the renovations are completed. The new location will have a drive-thru window which the current location on Pleasant Street lacks.

According to a City of Fall River issued building permit, $570,000 is being spent on the interior fill-out and exterior rebranding of the building.

In April of 2024, the Boston Market property was put up FOR SALE or LEASE.

The building contains 24 parking spaces along with a drive-thru, according to the listing from the Conviser Property Group.

In August of 2023, it was reported that the Boston Market at Thirty 12th Street in Fall River, had a sign left taped to the front door, stating that the location would be shut down permanently on Sept. 3rd, unless the company paid over $290,000 in back rent. Employees who worked at three Massachusetts Boston Market locations said they had not been paid in over a month.

Boston Market, which was founded in 1985 as Boston Chicken, expanded rapidly in the early and mid-1990s, with most of its locations in the Northeastern and Midwestern United States. It also had a large presence in California, Florida and Texas.

The chain was purchased by McDonald's Corporation in May 2000 before selling off the brand in 2007 to Sun Capital Partners. In April 2020, Sun Capital Partners sold Boston Market to Engage Brands, LLC.

11/02/2025

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11/01/2025

- A large former vacant repair garage at 30 Bodge Street in Fall River may be utilized again soon.

The concrete block building features an 11 bay garage, 3 of which are large commercial size bays, and is set on almost 1 acre of land with a large parking lot. It was formerly Walters Super Service repair garage and is located just off of Bedford Street.

According to the November Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals meeting agenda, Fall River Auto Repair LLC., is seeking a Special Permit to allow the following:

1. To reestablish the former ‘automobile repair’ use of the property pursuant to Section 86-428B.

The property is located within an “S” (Single Family) Zoning District and a “G” (General Residence) Zoning District.

The Fall River Zoning Board of Appeals will take up the matter on Thursday, November 20, 2025, at 6pm in the first floor Hearing Room at Government Center.