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10th victim dies from devastating fire at assisted-living facility in Massachusetts
A 10th victim has died as a result of injuries sustained in a devastating fire at an assisted-living facility in Fall River, Massachusetts, according to the district attorney's office.

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A fire engulfed a Massachusetts assisted-living facility, killing 10 people. Here’s what we know
What is an assisted living facility — and how does it differ from a nursing home?
Deadly fire prompts scrutiny of assisted living homes that serve lower income adults
Top Massachusetts officials are suggesting the state consider new ways to regulate and finance so-called affordable assisted living homes after the deadly fire Sunday night at the facility for seniors...

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Deadly Fall River fire exposes long-simmering dispute over department staffing
Fall River fire victims include a musician, secretary, and veteran Army sharpshooter
Fall River will increase firefighter staffing following tragedy at Gabriel House, city officials say
The staffing changes come days after the union said inadequate staffing hindered the response to a fire at an assisted living facility that killed 9 and injured 30 others.

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Another fatality reported from Fall River blaze, count now 10 dead
‘They’ll write books about it’: Fall River fire chief recounts Gabriel House fire
What's the difference between assisted living and nursing homes? Here's what 2 experts say you should know.
Following the deadly fire in Fall River, there's been confusion about the difference between assisted living and nursing homes.
Fatal blaze at assisted-living center raises questions on safety and firefighter staffing
Questions and finger-pointing have increased in the days since a fire at a Massachusetts assisted-living facility killed nine and hurt dozens.
'Lessons learned': Fall River assisted living fire should fuel reform, say advocates
Dignity Alliance, an advocacy coalition, is calling on state legislators to ramp up assisted living laws based on forthcoming state report.
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