Fall River Licensing Board Tackles Permits and Compliance Issues

Overview: The Fall River Licensing Board convened to deliberate on a series of permit requests, compliance matters, and the economic implications for local businesses during its recent meeting. The Board granted various one-day liquor permits for upcoming cultural celebrations and brewery events while addressing compliance issues with local establishments. Moreover, the Board took steps to support the Cornerstone Lounge owner, Mr. D Silva, by considering the scheduling of a special meeting prior to his travel abroad.

Fall River Licensing Board Addresses Unlicensed Lodging Concerns

Overview: The Fall River Licensing Board, during a special meeting, focused primarily on the status and licensing of lodging houses operated by Raldi P. Operations LLC, represented by Joseph Raldi and attorney Andrew Beach, with particular emphasis on compliance and safety issues. The properties in question were located on Fourth Street, 197 Rodman Street, and an unspecified address noted in the discussion as 254 Fourth Street, which was not formally before the board for licensing consideration.

Fall River Licensing Board Considers Lanista Lounge License Suspension After New Year’s Incident

Overview: The Fall River Licensing Board recently convened to discuss a range of topics, with one of the most significant being the decision to suspend the liquor license of Lanista Lounge for three days following a New Year’s Eve incident. During the meeting, police officers described responding to a fight call at the lounge and finding approximately 20 people inside after the establishment’s closing time. The owner’s explanation that the individuals were family members and not patrons, along with his reluctance to present the liquor license, raised concerns among board members.