(FALL RIVER, MA- January 22, 2025) – Due to continued frigid temperatures forecast in the City of Fall River through Thursday, January 23rd, the First Baptist Church, located at 228 North Main Street (use Pine Street Entrance), will remain open from 4:00pm-8:00am through Thursday, January 23rd for overnight prayer services. This location will close on Friday, January 24th at 8:00am.
The warming shelter at Christ the Rock Church, 414 Walnut Street (use lower Walnut Street entrance) will be available Thursday from 8:00am- 4:00pm and close effect Friday, January 24th. Residents may drop in without calling.
Anyone in need of assistance is urged to call the 24-hour homeless hotline number for shelter needs at 508-676-3528. Street outreach workers from the City of Fall River will be on hand to assist with transportation if needed…