Steere Farm teacher named among ‘nation’s best,’ awarded $25,000
BURRILLVILLE – A teacher at Steere Farm Elementary School received a surprise check for $25,000 Tuesday morning in recognition of her dedication and outstanding work as an educator, including the ability to create a warm, welcoming environment for students.
Reading Specialist Nancie Lawrence was given the Milken Educator Award during a celebration at the school attended by local and...
Brayden’s Buddies, Friday fish fry: Five things to know in Burrillville this week
Register this week
Registration for Burrillville students entering kindergarten in 2022 will take place on Wednesday, March 30 from 1 to 5 p.m., and Thursday, March 31 from 4 to 7 p.m. at Austin T. Levy School at 135 Harrisville Main St. Children must turn five by September 1 and parents must bring proof of residency, a birth certificate and...
Craftsmanship – and light – shine through at Harrisville’s Fancy Pants Glass Studio
BURRILLVILLE/GLOCESTER – On a gray March day, sunlight shines through stained glass art in the upper floor windows of the Chepachet Art Gallery. The sparkling glass works of art are created by Tom Randall. The gallery is located on the second floor of Old Stone Mill Antiques & Treasures on the Chepachet River at Putnam Pike/ Route 44 in...
Sunday cartoon: Car seats for kids campaign
BURRILLVILLE – The Buckleupallofus Car Seats For Kids Campaign USA starts Saturday, April 2, and lasts through the end of October this year. Every year, Buckleupallofus campaigns help single parents and low income families obtain free car seats.
This year marks the twenty-fifth year that this campaign has effectively provided families in need with brand new car seats. Many...
Burrillville man with gun stockpile indicted on federal charges
PROVIDENCE – A federal grand jury has indicted the Burrillville man accused of stockpiling guns on five counts related to lying on applications to purchase the weapons from two gun shops, and illegal possession of more than 200 firearms.
Ronald Andruchuk, 37, is also charged with firing in a compact area by Burrillville police, and is expected to face a...
The weekend: A dinner & comedy show, Lighthouse in Pascoag
Northern, RI – As temperatures begin to warm and pandemic-related restrictions begin to fade into a distant memory – for good, we hope – things are happening in northern Rhode Island, and it's a great time to get out to enjoy local events and activities.
Welcome to The weekend, a weekly roundup that aims to get you out of the...
Property sales in Burrillville between March 14 & March 23
The following is a list of property sales recorded in the Burrillville Town Clerk’s office between Monday, March 14 and Wednesday, March 23.
0 Jackson Schoolhouse Road
Seller: Robert WoodsBuyer: Dart Development Corp. Price: $135,000
1500 Tarkiln Road
Seller: Linda Couto & Lisa AubinBuyer: Jacob & William LimaPrice: $260,000
0 Round Top Road
Seller: Madelyn AndersonBuyer: Tori GibeauPrice: $62,000
222 Victory Highway
Seller: Butch GiguereBuyer: Ryan Morin &...