Tuesday, July 1, 2025

Government

Developer proposes gas station/convenience store on former Beef Barn property

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NORTH SMITHFIELD – A highly visible property that's been vacant since Beef Barn Restaurant moved to Industrial Drive could see construction of a convenience store and gas station if a project discussed before the...

Mattress fundraiser, early voting & a National Park Walk: Five things to know in...

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Early voting Early voting in now underway for the special election scheduled for Tuesday, Nov. 7. The ballot in North Smithfield includes the Congressional District 1 election and the $18,000,000 police station bond question. To...

Flu clinic, BPD scam & gazebo stuffing: Seven things to know in Burrillville this...

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Costume contest Corkscrew Wine & Spirits at 1452 Broncos Highway is currently holding a Halloween Costume Contest for the chance to win a $50 gift certificate to the store. To enter, just make any...

Trunk or Treat, Fall Festival & a police award: Five things to know in...

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Trunk or Treat Chepachet Union Church at 1138 Putnam Pike will host a Halloween Trunk or Treat on Tuesday, Oct. 31 from 6 to 7 p.m. Those who need a safe place to take kids...

With $18m bond vote pending, locals debate financial impact; NSPD to offer tours of...

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NORTH SMITHFIELD – Town officials and representatives from Tecton Architects held a final public informational session this week on the upcoming vote on whether or not the town should take out an $18 million...

Safe for now: Council delays demolition of historic house in Chepachet, hoping for solutions

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GLOCESTER – The demolition of the early 1800s historic house on Glocester town property at 1272 Putnam Pike is on hold for now, unless someone steps up to save it. Several residents urged the Glocester...

Council orders fine, one day closure of Hill’s Tavern for license violations

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GLOCESTER – After the owner admitted to three violations, Hill's Tavern & Grill will retain its liquor license, but not without consequences. The Glocester Town Council, acting in its official capacity as the Glocester...