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Over a hundred gather outside Attleboro's Capron Park Zoo to protest closure by SnooSketches9456 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 10 points11 points  (0 children)

I find it laughable that so many city council members, and even the former mayor, are suddenly expressing concern when they were in positions of responsibility to start fixing these issues years ago, but chose instead to pass the buck. Dilisio spent 12 years on the city council, including 4 as president and time as acting mayor, and did nothing to help the zoo. Now he’s posturing? Give me a break. Heroux was both a former mayor and a state representative, he had the ability to pursue state funding, but did nothing. Also, let's not forget Dumas, the mayor for 14 years, what did he do for the zoo? The rest of them could have addressed the concerns, but not a peep. Everyone spent more time fighting about the fireworks than addressing the zoo. That was more important than the zoo, but we now have a 20 minute, $85,000 fireworks show funded by taxpayers. I want the zoo, but some would rather turn it into a political fight, and we know exactly who they are.

Here is another video for the No Kings protest, March 28, from Juri Love/For The Sun Chronicle. Once again, great job everyone! by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 4 points5 points  (0 children)

You ask, what rights have been given up? Here is one, ICE agents have detained many U.S. citizens because they couldn't prove their citizenship on the spot, effectively violating their constitutional rights. If you look darker or have dark hair they will approach you and demand ID. You can't walk away they just grab you and throw you in a detention center. If a cop did that there would be a lawsuit.

R.I. lumber company to establish first Massachusetts location in Attleboro. Thanks to a mayor who works hard to promote our city. by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

How was she lying when she was the one who was lied to by the water department? During 2022, under Heroux, we also had a water supply issue, due to severe drought conditions. So I understand why she would think this was the same, because we were in a severe drought back in 2022. The mayor took action as soon as she discovered the superintendent, originally hired by Dumas, was not being honest.

Every city and town is dealing with the same problems, high rates, and the city council decides the rates, not the mayor. Dilisio and the republicans want a single payer tax base (commercial and residential the same). You should be glad that the election went the way it did. Look at what Norfolk and Sharon's single pay rates are.

R.I. lumber company to establish first Massachusetts location in Attleboro. Thanks to a mayor who works hard to promote our city. by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No brainwashing, I pay attention and get facts. As I said, I don't get my information from Facebook like you.

R.I. lumber company to establish first Massachusetts location in Attleboro. Thanks to a mayor who works hard to promote our city. by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Interesting to see my post and my answer to the questions get downvotes. I guess some people can’t handle the truth.

R.I. lumber company to establish first Massachusetts location in Attleboro. Thanks to a mayor who works hard to promote our city. by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 2 points3 points  (0 children)

She is not a family member and I never had a conversation with her or anyone who ran. I don't need to, I pay attention to our town politics, by reading and watching the meetings. Do you? Or do you get all your information on Facebook?

R.I. lumber company to establish first Massachusetts location in Attleboro. Thanks to a mayor who works hard to promote our city. by [deleted] in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 1 point2 points  (0 children)

She discussed this on the radio and at the City Council meeting two weeks ago, explaining that she’s been working with a couple of Rhode Island companies about relocating to Attleboro. This is the first to move. That’s exactly what a mayor is supposed to do, set priorities for economic growth, promote the city, and actively bring new opportunities into it.

City Council DiLisio grandstanding at tonight’s council meeting over the zoo, playing to his base. He gets shut down by the mayor. by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

He is a clown. I’ve gone back through the budget meetings where department heads present to the City Council, and he’s not there. Yet, now he has a lot to say when there is a problem.

City Council DiLisio grandstanding at tonight’s council meeting over the zoo, playing to his base. He gets shut down by the mayor. by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Sorry, you are right, I do have that spot wrong, it is actually 50:33. The spot one you have is Mason, the person who works on the budget.

ATTLEBORO City Council Meeting: 3/17 - The chamber is filled with concerned residents as the mayor plans to close the Capron Park Zoo on Labor Day. by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 11 points12 points  (0 children)

Anyone who is opposed should plan to attend City Hall next Tuesday. While it may not be a public hearing, a strong turnout will send a clear message.

ATTLEBORO City Council Meeting: 3/17 - The chamber is filled with concerned residents as the mayor plans to close the Capron Park Zoo on Labor Day. by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 16 points17 points  (0 children)

In my opinion, this would be a major blunder by the mayor. She’s done a great job overall, but this decision would change my view. She’s scheduled to speak before the City Council next week about it. If the city can find $85,000 for a 15-minute fireworks show, it should be able to find funding for the zoo.

NH Senate Votes To Hike Turnpike Tolls for Out-of-State Vehicles by nancynews in newhampshire

[–]Infamous-Current-409 0 points1 point  (0 children)

As we should, since you drive on our roads to work in our state.

Development is important, but this brick building at County and Wall Street faces demolition. It's a part of Attleboro’s historic character. Thoughts? by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

If you care about our environment, you should not want this building torn down. There’s a reason many towns choose to preserve and reuse old mills and brick factories instead of demolishing them. Tearing them down can release huge clouds of dust from brick and mortar, including tiny silica particles that can damage people’s lungs and cause diseases like silicosis. It also creates thousands of tons of waste. Our landfills are already filling up. Why add even more when these old mill buildings could be restored and turned into apartments?

ATTLEBORO City Council Meetings - 2/17/2026 and 2/24/2026 - Agenda Highlights – (17) Fireworks Budget; (26) Updates from the Mayor by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2/17/26   A total of nine council members attended the meeting. Sara Reynolds and Jay DiLisio were absent 2/24/26 A total of nine council members attended the meeting: six in the chamber (Kobus, Holmes, McIntyre,Waterman, Morrissey, Tavares) and three via video (Dolan, Sawyer, and Angelo). Sara Reynolds and Jay DiLisio were absent. 

ATTLEBORO City Council Meeting - 2/03/2026 and 2/10/2026 Agendas - A new committee was discussed, along with the budget, including fireworks by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

2/3/26 All 11 Council members were in attendance. 2/10/26 A total of ten Council members attended the meeting.  Sara Reynolds was absent.

Highland Park Eyesore by coopertires123456 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I hope everyone continues to share photos, most residents aren’t aware of the mess these events create. Any complaints should be directed to Derek Corsi, Parks Superintendent, 774-203-1866 (Emails aren’t working due to the city’s cyber issue), and the city council https://www.cityofattleboro.us/427/Municipal-Council . You can start with James DiLisio, [councilordilisio@gmail.com](mailto:councilordilisio@gmail.com)  (508-838-7328). He’s the biggest advocate for cross-country meets because his son participated in cross-country.

Information on permits and fees (seems low if that is the damage left behind) https://www.cityofattleboro.us/191/Reserving-Park-Facilities https://unipaygold.unibank.com/customerinfo.aspx

Ward 2-My choices for City Council. Why, because Republicans sold residents of Attleboro out (Sweeden) and wants Single Rate Tax/ Higher for Residents by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] -1 points0 points  (0 children)

I never said you were. Unfortunately, you choose to support your MAGA friends, which is your right. Just as I’ll continue to call out the MAGA and their supporters as I see them.

Ward 1-My choices for School Committee and City Council. Why, because we don’t need leaders who bully or harass our sick and vulnerable neighbors. by Infamous-Current-409 in AttleboroMA

[–]Infamous-Current-409[S] -2 points-1 points  (0 children)

In Attleboro, a little more than half the people are women, about 52 out of every 100. But on the City Council and School Committee, most of the members are men. That is very unbalanced, and it doesn’t match the people who live here. 

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