Burrillville

Property sales in Burrillville between Dec. 24 & Dec. 31

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The following is a list of property sales recorded in the Burrillville Town Clerk’s office between Thursday, Dec. 24 and Thursday, Dec. 31. 180 Colwell Road Seller: GRPMM, LLC Buyer: Daniel & Carrie Kenney Price: $275,000 44 Roosevelt Ave. Seller: Daniel & Carrie Kenney Buyer: Janis Brooks & Matthew Wiley Price: $300,000 414 Sayles Ave. Seller: Richard & Linda Polseno Buyer: 414 Sayles Ave. LLC Price: $500,000 63 Lapham Farm Road Seller: David...

Locals get their kicks – and confidence – at new karate studio on Chapel Street

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BURRILLVILLE – She works with students both young and old, teaching confidence and focus, and after years of instructing others in martial arts, Audrey Hussey notes that everyone has one thing in common. "People want to hit stuff, and the ones that don't have never tried," Hussey said. "It's such a stress relief and an endorphin rush." But students at Hussey's...

Burrillville police release new details on armed bank robbery; Suspect still at large

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BURRILLVILLE – It was likely a planned hit job by an armed robber who paid mind to details, such as the location of cameras, time spent at the scene, and a getaway plan. Burrillville Police Col. Stephen Lynch released new details this week on the Tuesday, Dec. 1 robbery of Rhode Island Credit Union in Pascoag – including enhanced photos...

New tax incentives, time at home heat up trend toward wood, gas and pellet stoves

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NORTHERN RHODE ISLAND – In the 19th century, New Englanders on cold winter nights might gather around the hearth and read poetry. With Rhode Island now fully in the grip of the winter season, those fortunate to have a hearth are gathering, though they’re probably not reciting the works of fireside poets. Instead, they’re likely keeping toasty while working by the...

Schools funded, vehicle tax payments due soon in northern RI

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NORTH SMITHFIELD/BURRILLVILLE – With the state budget finally passed this month, municipalities across Rhode Island are now sending residents motor vehicle tax bills that feature an abbreviated timeframe for payback. In North Smithfield, Town Administrator Paul Zwolenski issued an executive order to address the issue last week, with mandated due dates on February 15, March 15, May 15 and June...

Wanted: Shovelers, metal & trees; Five things to know in Burrillville this week

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Feed the animals Liberty Farm in Harrisville is now accepting donations of live Christmas trees to feed their cows, goats, and alpacas. Trees must not have been chemically treated, and must be free of tinsel and other decorations. Residents can drop off trees next to the gate at the bottom of the farm's driveway at 60 Ironmine Road. Junk metal wanted Do you...

Ten employees transported to hospital following hazmat incident at Daniele meats

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BURRILLVILLE – A hazmat incident at the factory of Burrillville-based meat producer Daniele International resulted in transport of ten employees to area hospitals on Monday, Dec. 28, all with minor symptoms of exposure to a contaminant. According to Oakland Mapleville Fire District Capt. Colin Fenner, rescue personnel were first called to the plant at around 10:30 a.m. for a normal...