Cigarette resales inspire rash of store break-ins in No. Smithfield, nearby towns
NORTH SMITHFIELD – The suspect captured by police this month following a break-in at Lil'General on Great Road is believed to have broken into several local convenience stores, stealing cartons of cigarettes for resale.
On...
No. Smithfield pet spa owner arrested on warrant for animal cruelty
EAST PROVIDENCE — The man accused of neglecting animals at his North Smithfield-based pet-grooming business was arrested on a warrant on Friday, Oct. 30.
John Froais, owner of Doggie Doggie Styles, has been wanted since...
VIDEO: Burrillville Backs Our Red & Blue Rally
BURRILLVILLE – Members of the community gathered on Saturday, Oct. 24 to show support for the town's police, fire and emergency personnel and to thank the departments for all they have done for residents.
The...
BPAC 5K to raise funds for BHS students; Virus-safety plan in place
BURRILLVILLE – The Burrillville Prevention Action Coalition's second annual 5K walk/run will look a little different than the event did in its inaugural year.
But thanks to a dedicated team of volunteers, it will still...
Community thanks first responders at rally backing ‘red and blue’
BURRILLVILLE – Around 100 people showed up for the Burrillville Backs Our Blue & Red rally on Saturday, Oct. 24 at the Stillwater Mill Pavilion, an event focused on thanking and acknowledging the work...
Suspect picked up for Lil’ General break-in, wanted for attempted murder
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Members of the North Smithfield Police Department have arrested a suspect for a reported break-in at Lil' General and the 24-year-old will now also face charges for attempted murder out of...
City fire lieutenant, N.S. campaign advisor fired over explicit texts
NORTH SMITHFIELD – A North Smithfield resident and lieutenant for the Woonsocket Fire Department, who has been active in several local political campaigns, has been suspended over explicit text messages he reportedly sent to...
