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BURRILLVILLE - In a few days, we will be facing the start of the hurricane and severe weather season here in New England. Starting Wednesday, June 1, we should be preparing ourselves for high impact storms making their way to our region from the Atlantic Ocean. The entire east coast will be under this weather threat until later this...

BURRILLVILLE – If you've driven through the center of Pascoag after dark this week, you have no doubt noticed the change in scenery. Red, white and blue lights create a patriotic display above the village businesses, marking the way along Pascoag Main Street, from George's Pizza to Fountain Square. The added charm is more than just a...

BURRILLVILLE – The house that inspired the 2013 hit horror movie The Conjuring has been purchased by a Boston-based developer for $1.525 million, in a sale reportedly set to close on Thursday, May 26. The owner of real estate development firm WonderGroup, LLC, Jacqueline Nuñez, has reportedly said the property will remain open to the public following the sale, first...

The following is a list of property sales recorded in the Burrillville Town Clerk’s office between Monday, May 16 and Monday, May 23. 183 Rock Ave. Seller: Andy HuynhBuyer: Sharond Delance Price: $471,000 70 Whitney Lane Seller: Brian & Shari EatonBuyer: Samuel & Esther AsmahPrice: $565,000 175 Manly Drive Seller: David HarrisBuyer: Christopher BerryPrice: $295,000 542 Round Top Road Seller: Nancy Hutnak (trustee)Buyer: Dennis & Jeannine Pratt...

BURRILLVILLE – On Armed Forces Day, veterans and current members serving in the military were honored at a celebration at Pascoag Community Baptist Church & Community Christian School. For a packed audience of more than 100 people at the church, a service was held, patriotic music performed and speeches presented, followed by a free cookout with games and prizes for...

BURRILLVILLE – The pastor of three long-standing religious institutions in town will be transferred to a church in Greenville effective July 1, with a new leader coming to serve the Burrillville Catholic community. Father Jose Parathanal, C.M.I. will become the new pastor of Our Lady of Good Help Parish, St. Theresa Shrine and St. Patrick's Church, according to an announcement...

GLOCESTER – One door closes and another opens, so it’s been said. A couple of months ago, a cafe in Chepachet that opened in 2020 closed its doors, and now a new culinary business is set to open in the same space. In June, Who Cut The Cheesecake will enter the local food scene and hold a grand opening, to...