FALL RIVER — Former Fall River city councilor, prominent restauranteur and businessman Alfredo Alves was beloved and well respected in the community before he died in 2019, known as a great friend, benefactor and leader who loved his city and politics. 

Alves was also known for his soft spot and generosity when it came to the students at the John J. Doran Community School and the Columbia Street neighborhood. 

And on Wednesday, the School Department formally dedicated a new playground on the Doran school grounds named the Alfredo P. Alves playground, with a new plaque honoring the Fall River philanthropist. 

The plaque aptly reads: “Mr. Alves was passionate about Doran School and the Columbia Street neighborhood. He donated thousands of dollars to the Doran School and did so quietly and without fanfare. Mr. Alves above all, loved his community, his family, and the Doran Students with his smiles, time and support. He believed it was simply the right thing to do.” 

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