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Auditions The Assembly Theatre at 26 East Ave. will hold auditions for the performance of Andrew Lloyd Webber's School of Rock on Monday, July 29; Wednesday, July 31 and Friday, August 2 from 6 to 8 p.m. Actors of all ages, ethnicities, abilities, and gender identities are encouraged to audition for...
BURRILLVILLE – When I sat down at a meeting which the management team for the Worcester Red Sox, or WOOSOX, for short; they wanted to emphasize kids playing baseball in backyards, baseball fields and open fields instead of on streets. Obviously, playing baseball on streets, roads and parking lots ...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – David Punchak, a construction management consultant with years of extensive community involvement, recently announced his candidacy for North Smithfield Town Council. “It is with great enthusiasm and a deep commitment to our community that I step forward to serve,” Punchak s...
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Northern RI –Maybe the real question is: what isn't happening in northern Rhode Island this weekend? Welcome to The Weekend, northern Rhode Island, your weekly guide to local happenings, all in our three-town radius of Burrillville, North Smithfield and Glocester. This week, you can hit the beach ...
BURRILLVILLE – An 18-year-old Burrillville man was arrested this month following an incident at George's Pizza where he shot the cook several times at close range according to witnesses. Cody Webb Levesque is now facing a felony charge of carrying a pistol without a permit as well as misdemeanors ...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – A town councilor currently serving his third term on the board is seeking reelection in 2024, citing his achievements and contributions to the town while noting there is still work to be done. Councilor John Beauregard served on the Rhode Island State Police for 25 years prior t...
PROVIDENCE – A Glocester man pleaded nolo contendere on Thursday to one count of manslaughter in Providence Superior Court in the 2021 shooting death of 25-year-old Taylor Peterson. Ryan Gallagher, 30, entered the plea at a hearing before Superior Court Justice Richard Raspallo and was remanded to...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Despite objections by some previously involved with the project, an architectural firm that provided designed plans for renovations to the North Smithfield Police Station almost a decade ago is back on the job, with the Town Council voting to spend roughly $41,000 for the servic...
GLOCESTER – A store that emphasizes high-quality and fine craft, providing shoppers with the chance to purchase unique and meaningful gifts has joined the Chepachet business community. Heirloom Emporium is now open at 1195 Putnam Pike, a gift gallery featuring handmade woodwork, and other fine cra...
BURRILLVILLE – Weeks after the School Department's budget for the upcoming fiscal year was finalized, Supt. Michael Sollitto has learned that the district will have to pay out an additional $200,000 to fund rate changes to the state retirement system. The last minute expense means the district has...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Rebecca DeCristofaro said she is running for the North Smithfield Town Council to provide diligent oversight, enforcement of ordinances, comprehensive planning and responsible spending. A resident of North Smithfield since 2016, DeCristofaro lives on a small farm, with her husba...
One week, nine sales in Burrillville ...
The following is a list of property sales recorded in the Burrillville Town Clerk’s office between Thursday, July 11 and Wednesday, July 17. 420 Joslin Road Seller: Jennifer Castonguay Buyer: Jacob Popovich & Nicole Meyerjack Price: $385,000 Canada Rocks Dam Seller: Colleen Conley (quit claim) Buy...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – In his documentary telling of 200 years of history of the first planned industrialized mill village in the United States, Director Christian de Rezendes has learned that some aspects of the past are easier to discuss than others. Much of the series is marked by interviews of loc...
Tax appeals The town is notifying residents that the appeal period for the 2024 tax roll will begin on Thursday, August 1. Completed applications and documentation – if applicable – must be submitted to the Assessor’s Office by 4:30 p.m. on or before Wednesday, Oct. 30. Applications submitted ...
Christmas in July Bravo Brewing Company, The Sticks Pizza and Elayna’s will hold Christmas in July on Thursday, July 25 from 5 to 9 p.m., a holiday inspired celebration with Christmas themed food and drinks. There will be a photo booth set up, Christmas-themed crafts and more, and visitors are inv...
GLOCESTER – As of Tuesday, July 23 Dino's Park N Shop, located at 1020 Putnam Pike in Chepachet, will be under new ownership: the Patel brothers who own four Donelan's Supermarkets in Massachusetts. Matthew Dee, operations manager for Donelan's, went before the Glocester Town Council last week to ...
BURRILLVILLE – Parking lots can be extremely busy. Some can become extremely dangerous for pedestrians and children if people do not pay attention to what is happening around them. Unfortunately, I witness too many drivers in these parking lots going way too fast. The areas are not streets, main r...
BURRILLVILLE – The Harrisville Water District and the Pascoag Utility District have implemented an emergency water ban for all of Harrisville and Pascoag water customers, with restrictions in place from Thursday, July 18 until further notice. A notice from the Harrisville Operating Committee signe...
The following is a list of property sales recorded in the Glocester Town Clerk’s office between Wednesday, July 3 and Thursday, July 18. 191 Echo Road Seller: Roger & Jenny Ackley Buyer: Jarvis Properties, LLC Price: $575,000 1132 Putnam Pike Seller: Jeanne Rotatori (trustee) Buyer: Michael Rotato...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – Voters have rejected the idea in the past, but the wording and circumstances have since changed, at least according to one councilor who hopes to put the question of whether or not North Smithfield should convert to a town manager form of government back on the ballot this Novem...
GLOCESTER – A family involved in the paving business – who shares a name with a known clan of cross-country paving scammers – has been cited for operating illegal campgrounds twice on town properties in recent years. Town Building and Zoning Official Dennis Begin has ordered owner James Stanle...
BURRILLVILLE – Two longtime town bars situated in mostly residential neighborhoods will soon be serving drinks on new outdoor patios following approval of their license applications by the Burrillville Town Council. Toti's Tavern at 8 Callahan School St. and Dev's Tavern at 341 Chapel St. were app...
NORTH SMITHFIELD – A man, who building management told police had likely been evicted, was arrested on Sunday, June 30 for trying to break into an apartment at The Club at Dowling Village. Jeffrey Viola, 42, resisted arrest and kicked an officer, leading to multiple charges, according to police. B...
Sports camp It is not too late to join for kids to take part in Summer Sports Camp at Ponaganset Middle School, which is taking place this week from Monday, July 15 through Friday, July 19 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. A one day drop off costs $50 and is open to kids in
The following is a list of property sales recorded in the North Smithfield Town Clerk’s office between Wednesday, July 3 and Monday, July 15. 2002 Providence Pike Seller: Susan Kidwell & Patrick McGourty Buyer: Brianna & Patthana Sengsouvanh, Carl & Bonnie Turcotte Price: $550,000 170 Providence P...
Cool off Emergency Management Agency Director Michael Gingell has announced that those in need of a place to cool off amid this week's scorching temperatures can visit Jesse Smith Library at 100 Tinkham Lane. The library will be open to anyone looking for a break from the heat Monday through Wednesd...
BURRILLVILLE – Just on the heels of an announcement that a $10,000 winning Mega Millions ticket sold in Harrisiville is soon set to expire, the Rhode Island Lottery said on Monday that someone who purchased a Wild Money ticket at another establishment in the village has won the third largest jackp...
PROVIDENCE – A North Smithfield woman who allegedly abruptly and without permission removed her five minor children from the United States has been released on unsecured bond and GPS monitoring following her arraignment in federal court on Friday, July 12, and charged by way of indictment with int...
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