Burrillville schools would cut 9.5 staff members under governor’s proposed budget
BURRILLVILLE – The state budget proposed by Gov. Dan McKee would see major cuts in funding for the Burrillville School District for the second consecutive year, creating a need to reduce staffing and programs...
Former assistant who filed discrimination suit resigns in North Smithfield
NORTH SMITHFIELD – The town employee who filed a lawsuit against Town Administrator Paul Zwolenski in 2022 alleging employment discrimination submitted a letter of resignation in North Smithfield and is no longer working for...
Tensions over use of athletic facilities continue as Glocester council looks at cost for...
GLOCESTER – The Glocester Town Council is investigating the cost of upkeep for baseball fields in town, particularly those used by Foster-Glocester Regional Schools, which councilors note have been charging residents for use of...
Rea bill would sunset state’s meal & beverage tax
PROVIDENCE – The impact inflation is having on full service meal prices, compounded with the state’s meal and beverage tax, may disincentivize patrons from dining out – on top of the recent transportation hurdles Rhode...
New town website set to launch next week in North Smithfield
NORTH SMITHFIELD – A town website that officials say will be more modern-looking and easier to navigate is set to launch next week, replacing the current town page thanks to an upgrade funded in...
Place bill seeks to attract and retain healthcare professionals in RI
PROVIDENCE – In an effort he says aims to help bolster timely access to medical professionals in Rhode Island, Rep. David Place, a Republican representing District 47 in Burrillville and Glocester, has submitted the...
After decades of public service, Trinque announces end to political career in Burrillville
BURRILLVILLE – He's been among the town's key decision makers in projects over the past three decades, from the creation of Alumni Field, to the defeat of an effort to build a massive power...
