Murray drug affordability bill signed into law
STATE HOUSE — Gov. Dan McKee held a ceremonial signing this week for two pieces of legislation that make prescription drugs more affordable for Rhode Islanders, including one sponsored by Sen. Mellissa Murray, a...
Gazebo in Harrisville slated for $15K face lift after damage from vandals
BURRILLVILLE – A structure at the center of a small park in Harrisville will soon be completely refurbished, following a recent vote by the Board of Administration to finance the $15,800 project.
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Audition notice, return of Lunch & Learn: Five things you need to know in...
Figure skating
The Burrilllville Figure Skating Association is now accepting registrations for Learn to Skate sessions for skaters of all levels, including adults. The program will begin Sunday, Sept. 12 at Levy Ice Rink and...
Back to school, screening #9: Five things to know in North Smithfield this week
Return to school
First day of school for K-12 students is Tuesday, Aug. 31, with an abbreviated day for kindergarten students. First day of school for pre-k students is Friday, Sept. 3. The middle school...
Burrillville solar projects see delays; company granted extensions on three plans
BURRILLVILLE – A Virginia-based developer that has completed much of the legwork for three separate solar projects in town has been granted one year extensions on special use permits approved by the Zoning Board...
NSPD gets approval to purchase two used cars for $50K
NORTH SMITHFIELD – The Town Council has approved a purchase of two used Ford Fusions for the North Smithfield Police Department, low-mileage cars to be used as administrative vehicles.
In two 4-1 votes, councilors...
Senate Republicans call for an end to emergency executive orders
PROVIDENCE – Last week, Gov. Daniel McKee issued a new executive order declaring a new state of emergency through Saturday, Sept. 18. Executive Order 21-86 Declaration of Disaster Emergency for New Covid-19 Variants was signed Thursday,...
