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Gabriel House had seen better days. The 100-unit assisted-living facility that burned Sunday night, killing nine people so far, opened in 1999 in Fall River, Massachusetts. Some photos on its Facebook page show neat rooms but older-looking carpeting and furniture. Her granddaughter didn't like the assisted-living center, but 86-year-old Eleanor Willett wanted something that left her money to play the slots at a casino. She earned too much to qualify for Medicaid but not enough to afford a higher-priced assisted-living facility, Holly Mallowes told The Associated Press Tuesday. 15 Kyle Mazza-UNF News via CNP / MEGA Advertisement 15 AP 15 AP 'She said, 'I don't need much, but a roof over my head and someplace to put my sewing machine,'' Mallowes said. Advertisement Willett was the oldest to die. Here's what is known so far about the victims. Eleanor Willett 15 AP 15 AP A Massachusetts native, Willett spent more than 20 years as a secretary and even worked briefly as a cocktail waitress, her granddaughter said. Advertisement Her home was always a base for everyone in her family, Mallowes said. 'My mom worked a lot and Grammy's was always a place we called home,' said Mallowes, 45. 'We lived with her often. She was very strong. She outlived two husbands and raised five children. She was absolutely a joy.' Mallowes, a paralegal who lives in Dartmouth, described her grandmother as 'very religious' and a 'devout Catholic.' 15 AP Advertisement 15 Kyle Mazza-UNF News via CNP / MEGA 'She wanted to be somewhat independent,' Mallowes said of Willett's decision to move to Gabriel House in Fall River, about 50 miles (80 kilometers) south of Boston. 'To leave her home alone all day, I was to afraid something might happen.' 15 AP 15 Zuma / 15 Kyle Mazza-UNF News via CNP / MEGA Kim Mackin Mackin, 71, was a violist who performed in Boston-area orchestras, according to her nephew, Austin Mackin. She was described in a statement from family members as 'gifted beyond words.' 15 AP Advertisement 'We will all miss Kimmy,' the statement read. 'Beyond being exceptionally kind, few knew that she was a brilliant musician.' Kim Mackin received a full scholarship to the Manhattan School of Music and after graduating, toured the world as first chair viola. 15 Kyle Mazza/NurPhoto/Shutterstock 15 Kyle Mazza/NurPhoto/Shutterstock Advertisement 15 Kyle Mazza-UNF News via CNP / MEGA Richard Rochon Breonna Cestodio described her 78-year-old uncle, Rochon, as 'a very quiet guy,' yet a 'great guy.' 'He kept to himself,' she told reporters. 'He was a sharpshooter in the Army. He loved getting visits from all of his nieces and nephews.' 15 AP Advertisement Rochon moved into Gabriel House about a year ago. Cestodio had little good to say about the facility, remarking that it always seemed hot inside the building. 'Every time you visited him, he was sweating,' she said. 'No air in the building. I never saw any workers, except in one closed-off section. I never saw any workers.'
Associated Press
16 minutes ago
- Associated Press
Veritas Press Releases New eBook: Getting Started Early with Classical Christian Education
New resource from classical Christian education company helps families build a strong foundation for academic success. 'Starting early gives students the best possible foundation—academically, socially, spiritually… Our heart's desire is to equip parents with the confidence needed to make well informed decisions...'— Dr. Bob Cannon, Veritas Scholars Academy Headmaster LANCASTER, PA, UNITED STATES, July 16, 2025 / / -- Veritas Press, a classical Christian education program and leading curriculum provider for kindergarten through twelfth grade, has released a new eBook, ' Laying a Strong Foundation with Classical Christian Education: A Guide for Parents.' The publication provides parents with a clear, practical introduction to classical Christian education for younger students, emphasizing the importance of beginning in the elementary years—the Grammar stage of learning. The eBook presents the foundational principles of classical education, including the Trivium (Grammar, Dialectic, and Rhetoric stages), and explains how Veritas's K–6 curriculum prepares students for long-term academic success. The resource outlines how early mastery of core subjects, such as reading, math, and grammar, leads to stronger performance in upper-level courses, including Logic, Rhetoric, and advanced science and math. The guide also introduces the three instructional formats offered by Veritas Press: - You-Teach – a traditional homeschool format with scripted lesson plans for parents - Self-Paced – flexible, interactive courses that students complete independently - Live Online Classes – teacher-led, virtual classrooms beginning in second grade The eBook includes information on how early participation in Veritas programs better positions students for more advanced study, including Veritas Scholars Academy's Diploma Program. Students who start in the Grammar stage are more likely to meet program prerequisites on schedule, qualify for honors distinctions, and benefit from a strong academic and social community throughout their educational journey. 'We trust this resource will prove useful to families who are considering a classical Christian education for their children,' said Dr. Bob Cannon, Headmaster of Veritas Scholars Academy. 'Starting early gives students the best possible foundation—academically, socially, spiritually… Our heart's desire is to equip parents with the confidence needed to make well informed decisions about their children's education.' The release of this eBook reflects Veritas's commitment to helping families start strong by providing resources that align with a classical Christian approach to education. 'Laying a Strong Foundation with Classical Christian Education' is available for free download. Families interested in learning more about Veritas programs can also schedule a complimentary conversation with a Veritas Family Consultant. Art Siegert Veritas Press +1 706-289-6138 [email protected] Visit us on social media: LinkedIn Instagram Facebook YouTube X Other Legal Disclaimer: EIN Presswire provides this news content 'as is' without warranty of any kind. We do not accept any responsibility or liability for the accuracy, content, images, videos, licenses, completeness, legality, or reliability of the information contained in this article. If you have any complaints or copyright issues related to this article, kindly contact the author above.
Washington Post
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- Washington Post
D.C.'s best sandwiches, according to the experts: Our readers
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