Letter: Please consider the truth when deciding on a new police station
In an attempt to convince voters the proposed North Smithfield Police station bond for $18 million is unreasonably expensive, one residentcompared it to the proposed Glocester Police station, which that individual says costs only...
From the Editor’s desk: Rumor, hearsay & character attacks drive out potential leaders
There is something that’s been bothering me, and as a news reporter, I am not alone in feeling the frustration.
On social media, you will see it daily: accusations of malfeasance, subversion, corruption and all...
Advice from the trenches: A crack in the shield
Welcome to Advice From the Trenches, a monthly feature on NRI NOW.
In this month’s column, writer Cathren Housley answers questions about sunscreen, skin cancer, and how to best protect yourself.
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Letter: Town solar panel projects have no potential health hazards
I am writing to address some of the misinformation being delivered in various media circles - in particular, the contemptuous maneuvering designed to sensationalize a valid concern without referencing facts. Specifically, the published levels of PFAS in the...
Letter: Solar canopy project marks latest threat to North Smithfield water
Residents of North Smithfield:
I spoke before the North Smithfield School Committee on July 18, 2022, to enter my objections to agenda item 10, approval of the RFP for the Canopy Parking Lot at...
Advice from the Trenches: Bonehead husbands
Welcome to Advice From the Trenches, a monthly feature on NRI NOW.
This month, the column includes insight from writer Cathren Housley's friend Dr. J for a humorous change of pace.
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Advice from the Trenches: Hot for Teacher
Welcome to Advice From the Trenches, a monthly feature on NRI NOW..
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