7.15.2026 Licensing Board

The Fall River Licensing Board, chaired by Gregory Brilhante, Esq., held its meeting on July 15, 2026. The board began by unanimously voting to table two matters concerning New Asia One Inc., as the applicant was not ready to proceed. They then approved several one-day liquor permits, including one for the Fall River Library Foundation's donor social on September 27, 2026, and a three-day permit for the Liberal Club's annual festival from September 4-6, 2026. Permits were also granted for larger events, including Bonato's Boxing on August 8th and a Bay Coast Bank community concert on the same date, both with conditions stipulated in logistics meetings with city departments regarding police and EMS details.

The board addressed a continued matter with Leonard's Package Store, which had been under conditions following police complaints. After hearing that the store had complied with all requirements and improved the situation, the board voted unanimously to lift all restrictions, commending the owner's efforts. Several new business licenses were approved, including a Class 2 wholesale license for Auto X Group, and common victualler's licenses for Napoli Pizza and Miss Lizzie's Coffee, which is relocating to the former Abbey Grill location. A Class 2 license for Family Car Auto Sales at a pre-existing location was also approved. Two applications were withdrawn by the applicants following board discussion: a fortune teller license for Botanica, Le Metresa, Poderosa due to an unfavorable police report, and an entertainment license amendment for Latino Cafe after it was revealed the business was for sale. The board also discussed noise complaints against Sosabi Restaurant but took no action, as police calls had been unfounded. The application for The Tipsy Seagull was tabled due to the applicant's absence.

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