Statewide ‘pause’ extended through Dec. 20
PROVIDENCE – A pause on activities in Rhode Island that comes with increased restrictions on businesses was extended on Thursday, with Gov. Gina Raimondo...
RI may lead world in COVID-19 infections – but it’s also far ahead on testing
The headlines shocked locals this week: the smallest state in the country, news sources stated, has the highest rate of COVID-19 infections in the...
Around the Valley: New business grant guidelines, safe Holiday Stroll
Small business grant updates
Lt. Governor Daniel McKee's office announced this week that the RI on Pause Grant formula has changed, and grants will now...
Around the Valley: Shotgun deer hunting, Essay contest, Scam alert
Below are news and briefs from around the Blackstone Valley.
Shotgun deer hunting season to begin
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management reminds all Rhode...
Around the Valley: Tools for restaurants, 100 jobs & Three Square Meals
State releases online tools for restaurants and bars subject to early-closing
The Rhode Island Division of Taxation has unveiled a new webpage, online application form,...
Troop 2 launches Operation Clean Sweep
Scouts from Troop 2 Woonsocket will be holding a fall clean-up fundraiser. Let us come to your home and rake leaves, sweep sidewalks and/or...
Rolling Autumnfest Parade October 12 will recognize first responders
WOONSOCKET – Autumnfest 2020 has been dubbed "the year that wasn’t," due to a pandemic that cancelled the 42-year festival, along with other events...
