The one-page inspection report released Thursday morning showed the Gabriel House also had an adequate number of fire extinguishers, along with alarms for heat, smoke, and carbon monoxide. The inspection noted the facility had generally good housekeeping, with nothing blocking exits or stairways.

Gabriel House had seen better days. But for residents and their families, it was the center of a caring community.

A fire chief in Massachusetts held his daily news briefing to update the investigation into the deadly fire at the Gabriel House independent and assisted living

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Flames roared through an assisted-living residence in Massachusetts, killing nine people, injuring 30 others and trapping residents inside. Firefighters responded Sunday night to the Gabriel