People across the region report hearing loud boom
Residents across Rhode Island, Connecticut, and Massachusetts are reporting hearing a loud boom around 2:15 p.m. Residents of entire streets said they ran outside, many thinking that a tree had fallen on their home or a home nearby. Speculation is…
A challenge for Attleboro Republicans
Throughout my life, I have worked, played, laughed, cried, wrestled, raced and attended church with Republicans. You know what? They are just like me. Oh sure, they may have a different vision of the world. Some of them have had a very different upbringing, but I…
Lillian “Lil” M. Kruszyna – North Scituate
Lillian “Lil” M. Kruszyna, 89, formerly of Gleanor Chapel Road, North Scituate, died Sunday, May 24, 2026 at the Greenville Health Center. She was the wife of the late Raymond R. Kruszyna, who passed away in 2009. Born in South Attleboro, MA,…
We need to meet the need on paid leave, be competitive with our New England neighbors
A few years ago, my middle daughter was born almost three months prematurely. I was able to spend every day in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit because I benefited from a flexible employer and our state’s Temporary Caregiver Insurance (TCI) program. Fortunately,…
Residential project proposed next to Coffee Connection in Smithfield
SMITHFIELD – A triangular lot at the intersection of Route 7 and Harris Road could see residential development if its owner moves forward with an official application and gets approvals. Engineer Sam Hemenway, of Garofalo & Associates, went before the Planning Board on…
Opening round of sidewalk repairs concluding in Cumberland
CUMBERLAND – The town is wrapping up $750,000 worth of sidewalk repairs through a contract with D’Ambra Construction, marking the first significant milestone toward a more pedestrian-friendly community. The work, according to Public Works Director Romeo Mendes and Community Outreach Coordinator Sarah…
North Providence resident grateful for help after finding someone’s rabbit
NORTH PROVIDENCE – Lauren Malloy says she can’t believe how many people have stepped up to help her try to find the owner of a domestic rabbit she came across on Smithfield Road near Stephen Olney Park on Tuesday. She thanked everyone…
Free tax prep service returns $21 million to Rhode Islanders
United Way-led Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program filed more than 20,000 federal and state returns at no cost this tax season PROVIDENCE – Thousands of working Rhode Islanders turned to the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program this tax season, leading to…
Cumberland scout Webber takes pride in Tucker Field project dedicated to Kenwood
CUMBERLAND – The proof is in the pudding for Nathan Webber, who credits the improved surface of the new Tucker Field throwing circle, an upgrade he coordinated, for a new personal throwing record. Webber, of Cumberland High School, said he didn’t think his Eagle…
Burrillville students give child the gift of a playhouse
BURRILLVILLE – The Burrillville High School (BHS) Construction Management Pathway students have unveiled and gifted a playhouse especially built for Austin T. Levy School 1st-grader Luca Brazil-Sheehan, who is currently battling leukemia. “Wish house projects, in partnership with Rosemary’s Wish Kids, help…
Cumberland and Lincoln responders hailed for work
CUMBERLAND – For National EMS Week last week, Mayor Jeff Mutter said it was fitting to recognize a remarkable example of what this year’s theme, “Improving Outcomes, Together,” truly means. At an event in the town’s public safety complex, officials recognized “the extraordinary…
