Taunton Public Schools hiring; T.G.I. Fridays closed: Top stories
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:
A look at how the cookies crumble. Well, actually how Crumbl Cookies is coming to Dartmouth. The TikTok sensation is coming to the SouthCoast, so folks around here can see what all of the sweet hype is about. See what sets them apart, and what you can expect when they bring their rotating menu to Dartmouth.
The latest Greater Taunton real estate report, featuring a regal 19th-century colonial in Taunton that sold for $597,900. Built in 1875, the Church Green home features modern updates while retaining some of its old charm, like multiple fireplaces, built-ins, and the original serving pantry. 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:
Want to be a teacher? Taunton is hiring in 'very competitive' job market
Taunton Public Schools is hiring, and for the first time since the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, they're holding their annual job fair.
The school department is hiring teachers, as well as para-professionals, student monitors, substitute teachers and custodians, according to Human Resources Executive Director Cheryl Butts.
She said it's a "very competitive" market right now, and the job fair is intended to attract applicants from "all fields" and upcoming college graduates.
Want to be a teacher?:Taunton is hiring in 'very competitive' job market.
Triple threat: Bastis brothers continue to make their mark on Dighton-Rehoboth/Seekonk
A trio of brothers have been major contributors to the Dighton-Rehoboth/Seekonk hockey team.
Boosting the Falcon Warriors are the Bastis brothers: senior forward and captain Noah, junior goalie Sam, and freshman forward Adam.
They say they've enjoyed every second of their time on the ice.
"It’s a lot of fun," Noah Bastis said. "We’ve got a great group of kids that always want to be here and put the work in so it’s a hell of a time for everyone on the team. We love coming here every day, it’s so much fun."
Triple threat:Bastis brothers continue to make their mark on Dighton-Rehoboth/Seekonk
T.G.I. Fridays in Taunton abruptly closes its doors for good
Located at Mozzone Boulevard since 2008, T.G.I. Fridays' Taunton location has closed its doors.
Signs posted on the front door of the restaurant said that it had closed down, effective Feb. 20.
Restaurant shuttered:T.G.I. Fridays in Taunton abruptly closes its doors for good. Here's what we know.
Taunton teens hone skills, forge friendships at new Old Colony YMCA basketball league
The new Old Colony YMCA basketball league is a place where local teens can improve their skills on the court, but also find new friends.
Old Colony YMCA Membership Program Director Stephen Perakslis said the league is a safe place for players to hone their skills. And it's free of charge.
Taunton High School student Jayden Lopes, 17, said he and his friends joined the Old Colony YMCA's new teen basketball league because they already play the game regularly at the YMCA.
"I hope to gain at least a couple of new friendships and have some good bonds with them," he said.
See how the league is shaping up, and what teams can expect from the championship in May.
On the court:Taunton teens hone skills, forge friendships at new Old Colony YMCA basketball league
Raynham's new public safety building delayed...again...maybe indefinitely
Raynham is going to be waiting a long time for a new public safety complex.
In addition to the time the town has already spent waiting.
Officials expressed hope last year the town would break ground on the proposed $30.5 million building on King Philip Street — next door to the Lions Club and directly across the street from the senior center — this spring.
However, as of this writing, it appears that the project is delayed, indefinitely.
Setback:Raynham's new public safety building delayed...again...maybe indefinitely. Here's why.
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