Rescheduled flushing
The Water Department will conduct hydrant flushing from Monday, April 13 through Friday, April 17 in the Slatersville, Forestdale, Great Road, Mendon Road and Industrial Park areas primarily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m., although some flushings may occur overnight.
Flushing enhances water quality, but may cause some discoloration and a temporary reduction in water pressure. Customers are asked to limit water usage during flushing operations. If water is discolored, they are advised to run the cold water until it clears.
Questions can be directed to the water department at (401) 767-2200 ext 320 between 7 a.m. and 4 p.m. Monday through Friday.
The flushing was rescheduled from its previous planned time last week due to cold weather.
Scouts on the Green
Scouting America’s local girls Troop 438 will hold a night of free outdoor activities on the common in front of Slatersville Congregational Church at 25 Green St. on Tuesday, April 14 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. The event will feature s’mores and the chance to meet some local scouts while enjoying free family activities including inflatable archery, corn hole and bracelet making.
Opening Day
North Smithfield Little League will hold Opening Day on Saturday, April 18 starting with a parade down Main Street into Pacheco Park stepping off from Town Hall at 10 a.m. Opening ceremonies begin at 10:30 a.m. and games will start at noon. The public is invited to attend and show support for the players.
Walking tour
The North Smithfield Heritage Association will hold a walking tour on Saturday, April 18 in the area of Lake Belair, Tarkiln Pond, and the Gold property. Hikers will meet at Overlea Road and travel more than two miles over uneven terrain. Participants are encouraged to wear long pants, use insect repellent, bring water, and wear blaze orange.
Tours are generally rain or shine unless there’s a downpour or a blizzard. For last minute changes, check the NSHA Facebook page.
For more information contact [email protected].
Meat raffle/Yard sale
The Island at 1600 Victory Highway will hold a meat raffle on Saturday, April 18 starting at 3:30 p.m. Tickets are $1 each or 6 for $5 and can be purchased in advance at the bar. The event is open to the public and you do not need to be present to win.
The venue is also putting the word out about a community yard sale scheduled for Saturday, May 2 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Non-members can join with a table for $20 and can reserve a spot by calling (401) 762-0965. The rain date is Sunday, May 3.
Pistol course
MTR Guns & Ammo at 229 Quaker Highway will host an NRA Basic Pistol course on Sunday, April 19 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with certified instructors Steve Coia from Rear Sight Tactical and David Schifino of Bear Force Defense. The pair will teach the foundational knowledge, skills and attitude to safely own and operate a pistol. The course includes both classroom and live-fire range instruction, covering topics such as safety rules, pistol parts and operation, ammunition, shooting fundamentals and proper cleaning and maintenance. Participants will learn to handle revolvers and semi-automatic pistols and upon successful completion, receive an NRA course completion certificate and the NRA Guide to the Basics of Shooting Pistol Shooting Handbook.
To register, visit www.mtrgunsandammo.com or call (401) 766-0200.
Town meetings
The Groundwater Protection Committee will hold a meeting on Monday, April 13 starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Fire & Rescue Service Inc. Board of Directors will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 14 starting at 6:30 p.m. at the station at 1470 Providence Pike. The agenda is here.
The North Smithfield Zoning Board will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 14 starting at 7 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
The Halliwell Multigenerational Building Committee will hold a meeting on Thursday, April 14 starting at 6 p.m. at Town Hall at 83 Green St. The agenda is here.
