FALL RIVER MA FACTOID:

Fall River rode the wave of economic prosperity well into the early 20th century. During this time, the city built several fancy hotels, theaters, and a bustling downtown shopping area. As the city expanded during the late 19th century, its leaders built several beautiful parks, schools, streetcar lines, a public water supply, and sewerage system to meet the needs of its growing population.

Fall River is located about 45 miles south of Boston, 17 miles southeast of Providence, Rhode Island, 12 miles west of New Bedford 18 miles south of Taunton, 20 miles north of Newport, Rhode Island and about 200 miles east-northeast of New York City. The city's population is approximately 89k according to the 2010 census, which makes it the tenth largest city in Massachusetts.