Leonard Pickel Salem’s Lizzie Borden Interview
MondoLizzie conducted this interview with Leonard Pickel in July. Pickel is the owner and curator of the new True Story of Lizzie Borden, opening soon in Salem, MA.
Sunday in Fall River and it is still all about Lizzie and Salem
Aren’t you glad the Fall River Herald is finally taking a stand on this important story? Since it is unsigned, one can assume it the the stance of the paper itself and its editor. I’m not sure that publishing Lizzie’s Johnnycake and Meatloaf recipes, which happened this week in the Fall River Herald, is not […]
New Book on Lizzie Borden
The Fall River Historical Society spoke to the Fall River Herald about their plans to publish a new book on the social history of Fall River as it relates to Lizzie Borden. It is sure to be a best seller! Here is a link to the article by Deborah Allard. Lizzie lives: Fall River’s most […]
Borden Murder Re-enactment Set for August 4
The Lizzie Borden B&B has finalized its plans for the annual re-enactment/observance of August 4th. Shelley Dziedzic, who plays Abby Borden, has blogged about the story here. The Fall River Herald has published the details here: Borden re-enactment, tour set Fall River —Monday marks the 116th anniversary of the ax murders of Lizzie Borden’s father […]
Lizzie Lives: Lizzie Borden in Fall River
A new film offering a brief tour of the Lizzie Borden B&B, Mapecroft, and the Lizzie Borden exhibit at the Fall River Historical Society is available. It is almost 5 minutes long. Brought to you by the Fall River Herald newspaper.
Putting this Lizzie Thing in Perspective
Today all of Fall River was in a tizzie. WSAR, 1480, radio talked at length about the story of the new Lizzie exhibit coming soon to Salem. They were mostly upset about it. They bad mouthed the Fall River Historical Society. They talked about Lizzie Borden as if they owned her. The Fall River Herald […]
Stealing Lizzie?
Now the TV stations are getting into the argument . . . . From ABC6.com’s John Eagan: Is Salem Trying to Steal the Legend of Lizzie Borden from Fall River? John Eagan We’ve all heard the rhyme, “Lizzie Borden took an axe, gave her mother 40 whacks…”, you know the rest. She’s practically a celebrity […]
Lizzie Borden Martini?
Now I’ve heard everything! In today’s Fall River Hearld. By Deborah Allard GateHouse News Service Fall River — Flaunt Lounge Martini & Wine Bar at 32 Sixth St. knows exactly where it is located. That’s why it offers the Lizzie Borden martini on its extensive drinks menu. It’s a bold and tangy concoction, much like […]
Taking the Lizzie Tour?
The FRHN published a suggested tour of Lizzie Borden sites in Fall River. Perhaps you are journeying to the “We’ll Try” city this weekend? Here is your guide! (why they mention the Borden Flats Lighthouse is beyond me!) Link to the article here. Fake Lizzie Photo by Kat Koorey and Harry Widdows.
Fall River Herald News on Lizzie in Salem
Today’s Fall River Herald decided to post the controversy surrounding the new museum on Lizzie Borden in Salem, MA, on its front page. Big news in FR!
Uh-oh! Fall River has a Problem with Salem
In tomorrow’s Fall River Herald will appear this article by Deb Allard that pretty much expresses the ire of Fall River against the new Salem museum called The True Story of Lizzie Borden. You can read the article here. Deb Allard asked me my opinion and I am quoted. Apparently, I am quite the minority […]
Borden Flats Lighthouse is for Sale
UPDATE: 12:51AM 26 JULY 2008: I provided a link to the story below the quote. However, the owner of the site would like to be more obviously credited for the story and the text. They are New England Lighthouse Treasures. The link to them is here. The author’s name is Debbie Dolphin. Borden Flats Lighthouse […]
Author of Victorian Vistas Honored
Dr. Philip Silvia, the author of the seminal collected work of Fall River history as seen through its newspapers, is being honored with a lifetime faculty research award at his university, Bridgewater State College. Siliva edited the three volume set, which was published in different years: Victorian Vistas: Fall River, 1865-1885 as Viewed Through Its […]
Lizzie Borden is 148 Years Old Today
Lizzie Borden was born on July 19, 1860, and Fall River and the Lizzie Borden B&B is celebrating . . . It’s Lizzie’s birthday, and you’re invited By Deborah Allard Herald News Staff Reporter Fall River — Celebrate a little local infamy today with something sweet for Miss Lisbeth Borden. It’s her birthday. Lizzie Andrew […]
Lizzie Borden B&B on Paranormal Radio
Lee-ann Wilber, co-owner of the Lizzie Borden B&B, will be the guest of Haunted Times Magazine Paranormal Radio on July 23, 2008 at 9PM. The show is available by live stream at this address. You can live chat and call in at (347) 215-8499. Lee-Ann Wilber, owner of the Lizzie Borden Bed and Breakfast which […]
Second Street and the New Courthouse
These images were taken today. They show the new courthouse in Fall River taking shape. Soon it will blot out the western skyline in front of the Lizzie Borden B&B.
American Road Magazine and Lizzie Borden
This season’s issue of American Road Magazine contains a two page spread on the Lizzie Borden case, featuring yours truly and the Lizzie Borden B&B. Luckily, the spread is being given away as a free pdf. You can view it here!
Fall River History Club
The second meeting of the Fall River History Club will be held at the Fall River Public Library on Wednesday, July 16, at 6:30 PM. The speaker will be Karla Moran who will be discussing childhood labor in Fall River during the height of the industrial revolution. The August 20th club meeting will feature Nick […]