Swansea man found guilty of January 6 riots; judge says Correia remains in prison

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As we start a new week, let’s reflect on the past week.

The most popular articles from the past week included:

Former Durfee athletes and coach attend the Durfee Hall of Fame induction ceremony. Here’s what you need to know about the ceremony and how to purchase tickets.

A look at local Halloween fun: Factory of Terror and Fear Town have teamed up for a kid-friendly Halloween festival. Some upcoming trunk or treatment events. Plus your guide to Halloween in Greater Fall River.

Tiverton Farmers Market presents its second annual garlic roast.

The webcam now offers live footage and scenic views of Swansea Town Beach all year round.

Fall River Eats announced the Polish Food Festival at the Most Holy Trinity Parish.

A look back at the 1938 hurricane that hit the South Coast with almost no warning.

There’s still time to vote in our readers’ poll for the best coffee shop in Greater Fall River.

Cannabis shops have boomed in Fall River.

Who is running for Bristol County Commissioner and what do they do?

A haunted house in Swansea is scaring fun for a good cause.

Here are the most read stories of the week on HeraldNews.com:

Swansea man found guilty of civil disorder during January 6 Capitol riot

Former Fall River grocer and Swansea resident Michael St. Pierre, was found guilty of four counts related to his involvement in the Capitol riots that occurred on January 6, 2021. He was found not guilty of three other counts and was released on his own recognizance.

St. Pierre waived his right to a jury trial and was tried in the United States District Court for the District of Columbia by Judge Jia M. Cobb.

Mike St. Pierre appears in a still frame of a video he recorded himself and broadcast live on Facebook in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021, where he said he intended to march on the Capitol and break into it. St. Pierre was later recorded on video throwing the object into the building.Mike St. Pierre appears in a still frame of a video he recorded himself and broadcast live on Facebook in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021, where he said he intended to march on the Capitol and break into it. St. Pierre was later recorded on video throwing the object into the building.

Mike St. Pierre appears in a still frame of a video he recorded himself and broadcast live on Facebook in Washington, D.C. on January 6, 2021, where he said he intended to march on the Capitol and break into it. St. Pierre was later recorded on video throwing the object into the building.

Here’s a look at what happened in this case, Saint’s involvement. Peter in the Capitol riot on January 6 and when the verdict will be handed down.

Saint Pierre found guilty: Swansea resident found guilty of civil disorder during January 6 Capitol riot: Here’s what could happen

Former Fall River Mayor Jasiel Correia II will remain in prison for the entirety of his sentence after a federal judge denied his request for early release.

Correia, 32, is serving what Judge Allison Burroughs called a “generous” six-year sentence after being convicted of wire fraud and extortion involving more than $800,000.

Judge: Jasiel Correia must remain in prison, says his sentence was already ‘generous’

Fall River firefighter wins multi-year fight against PFAS on the run

Fall River firefighter Jason Burns has long been a part-time activist and has spoken out about the dangers of using firefighting equipment made with PFAS.

In August, Massachusetts became the second state in the nation to ban the use of PFAS in turnout equipment, something Burns and other activists have been pushing for for years.

Fall River firefighter Jason Burns holds a piece of firefighting equipment made from PFAS chemicals at the North End fire station on Commerce Drive in 2021.Fall River firefighter Jason Burns holds a piece of firefighting equipment made from PFAS chemicals at the North End fire station on Commerce Drive in 2021.

Fall River firefighter Jason Burns holds a piece of firefighting equipment made from PFAS chemicals at the North End fire station on Commerce Drive in 2021.

What’s next?

“We have to figure out a transition,” Burns said. “Let’s enjoy the moment and then regroup. Where are we going? Because we’re not done yet.

“It’s not over yet”: Fall River firefighter wins multi-year fight against PFAS on the run. What is he doing now?

Kelly Furtado becomes Fall River’s first female police chief

Claiming she accepted responsibility “not only for herself, but for every woman in law enforcement and every young girl with big dreams,” Fall River Police Capt. Kelly Furtado became the city’s first interim female police chief on Tuesday.

Furtado told police and media gathered at the Government Center that she wants to change the direction of FRPD, focusing on local policing.

Mayor Paul Coogan speaks during the appointment of Capt. Kelly Furtado as Fall River's interim police chief on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at the Government Center.Mayor Paul Coogan speaks during the appointment of Capt. Kelly Furtado as Fall River's interim police chief on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at the Government Center.

Mayor Paul Coogan speaks during the appointment of Capt. Kelly Furtado as Fall River’s interim police chief on Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, at the Government Center.

He temporarily takes over the leadership of the department after the transfer of Captain Paul Gauvin, who headed the FRPD from May 2022 to September 27.

“We promote the best”: Kelly Furtado becomes Fall River’s first female police chief

Fall River CBD and Glass House smoke shop have a new brewing venture. Check out their cafe.

At 524 S. Main St. A new cafe has begun to emerge and is preparing to open next to the Glass House Smoke Shop +CBD.

Glass House Cafe was gearing up for its debut this weekend.

Brandon Estacio, owner of the upcoming Glass House Cafe at 524 South Main St. in Fall River, seen in store on Thursday, October 3, 2024.Brandon Estacio, owner of the upcoming Glass House Cafe at 524 South Main St. in Fall River, seen in store on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Brandon Estacio, owner of the upcoming Glass House Cafe at 524 South Main St. in Fall River, seen in store on Thursday, October 3, 2024.

Owner Brandon Estacio, a Westport resident who grew up in the Fall River area, said he was looking for a “different” use for his additional retail space.

Check out the cafe here.

Glass House Cafe: Fall River CBD and Glass House smoke shop have a new brewing venture. Check out their cafe.

This article originally appeared on The Herald News: Top stories: Swansea man found guilty of civil disorder during riots on January 6