Tuesday, April 30, 2024

Government

CPR signups, parade & Walk/Run Club: Five things to know in North Smithfield this...

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Free CPR class signups The North Smithfield Emergency Management Agency under direction of Peter Branconia will be holding a Hands-Only CPR/AED, Stop the Bleed and an introductory First Aid Program for North Smithfield residents, free...

E-waste, Memorial Day & composting: Five things to know in Burrillville this week

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Compost bins The town of Burrillville's Department of Public Works is now offering backyard compost bins to residents for a cost of $35. The department notes that the average person throws away nine times their...

Pascoag Utility District recognized for clean energy achievements

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PROVIDENCE – The Pascoag Utility District was one of 19 entities in the state recognized this month for renewable energy and energy efficiency achievements achieved over the past year. PUD was honored at the...

Potential federal grants for No. Smithfield move forward, including $20 million for new police...

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NORTH SMITHFIELD – Grants totaling more than $22 million for the town of North Smithfield are up for consideration by the federal appropriations committee, including one that could fully fund a new police station,...

Senate unanimously passes resolution naming May 16 ‘Zambarano Day’

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STATE HOUSE –T he Rhode Island Senate recognized Tuesday, May 16, 2023 as “Zambarano Day” in Rhode Island.  Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz introduced the Resolution, S-1021, on the senate floor and...

Councilor questions decision to move homeless into North Smithfield motels

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NORTH SMITHFIELD – Councilor Claire O'Hara this week questioned an initiative by Community Care Alliance to create emergency shelters at two North Smithfield motels to house homeless individuals displaced by the closing of the...

Sports camp, pasta dinner & fun at the train station: Five things to know...

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Sports camp A Summer Sports Camp for athletes entering grades 1-7 will be held at Ponaganset Middle School from Monday, July 18 through Friday, July 21 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. The program will...