Top stories: Hackers break into Fall River schools network; council won't confirm Furtado

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13-04-2025

As we kick off a new week, let's take a look back at the week that was.
Top stories this past week included:
Fall River's public schools face tough decisions when it comes to saving costs on transportation that total nearly $16 million.
A community garden has gotten the green light in Fall River's Flint neighborhood.
An Attleboro man accused of scamming 47 people out of $325,750 in multiple fraud schemes related to his Swansea used car dealership was arraigned April 10 in Fall River Superior Court, according to the Bristol County District Attorney's Office. This is what we know, as of this writing.
Fall River's Airbnb, Vrbo listings make lots of money, but do they harm housing market?
Everything Easter: Where to find egg hunts, brunch, desserts and more around Fall River.
Greater Fall River area girls tennis players to watch this spring.
Diman Regional Voc-Tech High School is asking for feedback from parents and families regarding proposed changes to its lottery system that admits students each year.
Fall River Eats took a look at New York Platter reopening, a new pizza place in Swansea, and more.
When Greater Fall River's ice cream spots plan to open for the season.
Railway Pie is planning to open in the landmark Somerset train. What to know about the new venture.
The former site of Countryside Market in Westport is seeing new life, with the opening of Til Dusk Cafe and Bakery. Here's what's on the menu.
The International Portuguese Music Awards were held on Saturday.
Madonna was recently seen in a custom Vanson Leathers jacket from Fall River. See the look.
The latest Greater Fall River real estate report, featuring a historic farmhouse in Little Compton that sold for $850,000. The home on Maple Avenue was built in 1900, and it features original hardwood floors, and an updated kitchen with sleek slate backsplash, black granite countertops, and a walk-in pantry. The grounds are a highlight, including a barn. Check out this property, as well as other recent top-sellers.
These were the most read stories of the week on HeraldNews.com:
The Fall River Public Schools internal network was breached by hackers. The cyberattack was discovered Monday, leaving the district without access to email or the internet.
A solution may cost the School Department out of pocket.
Superintendent Tracy Curley told officials at a joint meeting of the School Committee and City Council on Tuesday that they do not have insurance to mitigate the fallout of what happened; the cost of data recovery will need to be paid out of pocket.
This is what we know, as of this writing.
Fall River schools chief: No insurance for cyberattack; says computer system remains down
The Taunton man accused of killing a beloved Fall River crossing guard in a head-on collision while driving drunk changed his plea to guilty on Wednesday and was sentenced to state prison.
Ricky Ponte, 30, of Taunton, told Judge Claudine Cloutier in Bristol County Superior Court that he was guilty of all four charges against him: manslaughter while driving under the influence, leaving the scene of an accident resulting in death, causing serious injury while driving under the influence and leaving the scene of an accident resulting in personal injury.
What we know, as of this writing.
'A horror movie': Man pleads guilty in drunken crash that killed Fall River crossing guard
Get a look at some of Fall River's historic buildings, and enjoy a great view while you're at it.
The Fall River Water Department is letting the public explore its oldest properties, including the city's castle-like water tower and its 19th century pumping station on the banks of the North Watuppa Pond.
Here's what to know about the free open house.
See view from Fall River's water tower: Historic properties open for a rare tour
Looking to immerse yourself in more local history?
You're in luck!
The city will commemorate what has been dubbed the Battle of Fall River with a weekend-long living history event on the city's waterfront Saturday, May 31, and Sunday, June 1.
Learn more, here.
Rally the troops!: History to come alive at Battle of Fall River Reenactment Weekend
After an hourlong debate that was launched by colorful infighting between council members, the City Council rejected the appointment of Kelly Furtado as the Fall River Police Department chief of police at its April 8 meeting.
Police officers filled the majority of seats in the City Council chambers in an unprecedented show of support for Furtado, who had been serving as the department's interim chief since Oct. 15 of last year, following former Chief Paul Gauvin being returned to his prior rank of captain in September 2024.
What we know, as of this writing.
Debate over police chief: City Council won't confirm Kelly Furtado as police chief; calls for fair interview process
This article originally appeared on The Herald News: Top stories: Hackers break into Fall River schools computer network