Around the Valley

The Value of Forests Just on the heels of an event in North Smithfield aimed at helping residents protect privately-owned forests, the RI Tree Council and the RI Forest Conservation Advisory Committee have released a report outlining the benefits provided by forestland. According to the 138-page document released this week, Rhode Island’s 386,373 acres of forest protect drinking water, filter air, mitigate...

Livestream concert fundraiser Mark your calendars for the chance to enjoy entertainment from the comfort of your home, while raising funds for the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council and RI Hospitality Association's Employee Relief Fund. A packed night of talented performers will take place on Thursday, April 30 from 7 to 9 p.m. on Facebook Live. Those performing include Tammy Laforest, Kelley...

WOONSOCKET – A city family well-known for hosting a Christmas toy drive every year to benefit local children in need could use some help of their own, and friends are calling on the northern Rhode Island community to step in. Hearts with Hope Inc. will be hosting a fundraising dinner in support of Rebecca Arel on Thursday, Jan. 16 at...

PROVIDENCE – Gov, Gina Raimondo announced 114 new cases of COVID 19 in Rhode Island in a press briefing Monday afternoon, bringing the state total to 408. Raimondo announced that there have been four deaths in the state, ordering residents on Saturday to stay at home, and prohibiting gatherings of more than five people. The stay-at-home order is in effect through...

BURRILLVILLE – In reaction to the COVID 19 pandemic and how it is affecting kids and families, local artist and safety advocate Jim Weicherding released a series of coloring cartoons this week, aimed at helping to reduce fear and anxiety for little kids who are hearing and seeing what is happening in their lives. "Kids and adults can use these...

WOONSOCKET – The Woonsocket Police Department has offered a $500 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a masked individual who vandalized the city high school on Wednesday, Sept. 4 and Sunday, Sept. 8. Woonsocket High School, located at 777 Cass Ave., was vandalized during the overnight hours on both dates by someone spray painting the name...

There’s always a lot happening in the Blackstone Valley. Below is a list of upcoming events and things to know in the region. Open House Snack Pack fundraiser GLOCESTER – The Inner You Counseling Center will hold an open house to celebrate their new location at 712 Putnam Pike, Glocester, with face painting, sidewalk chalk, Allie's Donuts and more from 10...