Glocester libraries on track for funding boost through statewide L365 initiative
GLOCESTER – The Harmony and Chepachet libraries are soon likely to see a major funding windfall as part of Gov. Dan McKee's new statewide initiative to improve learning: Learn365RI.
At the recent Town Council meeting,...
Glocester mosquito tests positive for EEE
GLOCESTER – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management found the state's first case of Eastern Equine Encephalitis virus so far this year after testing a mosquito from Glocester.
RIDEM said the mosquito sample...
Council grants full liquor license to popular Slatersville pizza shop
NORTH SMITHFIELD – A pizza shop doing business in Slatersville for more than 30 years will now begin serving alcohol following approval of a license request last week by the North Smithfield Town Council.
Owner...
Back to school, 15K riders & gym closing: Five things to know in Glocester...
Patio open
Assados Kitchen & Bar at 102 Putnam Pike opened a new area for outdoor seating this week, revealing a renovated covered outdoor bar and patio to guests on Saturday, August 26. The business,...
Council approves renovation, expansion of existing skate park in Burrillville
BURRILLVILLE – After looking at some 17 properties in town, officials have determined that the skate park in Burrillville should remain at its current location, and efforts to improve the facility with the help...
Capuano named finance director in Glocester
GLOCESTER – Glocester has a new finance director – finally.
Mark Capuano was officially hired at the recent Town Council meeting.
"At first I considered it an opportunity," said Capuano. "But then, after meeting with...
Back to school, Muster & Character Night: Five things to know in Burrillville this...
School day reduction
The Burrillville School District has announced that that school year will be reduced by three days this year for elementary school students, as town grade schools exceed the amount of instructional time...
