Ethan Shorey, Author at The Local Insider News

Smithfield leaders allow larger hotels along busy corridor

SMITHFIELD – The Town Council has made way for a largerhotel to be built on a long-vacant parcel at the intersection of Routes 7 and 116. Hotels of up to 150 rooms are now allowed within the town’s Economic Growth Overlay…

May 8, 2026

Former Lincoln Administrator Stallwood remembered for integrity

LINCOLN – Town officials say they’re saddened to announce the death of former Town Administrator Burton Stallwood. Stallwood was elected as town administrator in 1973 “and served the community with honor, integrity, and unwavering dedication for 28 years,” states the…

May 7, 2026

North Providence school administration offices.

North Providence schools consider changes to start and end times

NORTH PROVIDENCE – School officials are contemplating changes to start and end times at some local schools, a move they say could improve bus transportation efficiency and reduce costs. Supt. Joseph Goho explained at the April 29 school board meeting…

May 7, 2026

The Town Council hosted a public hearing on the proposal Tuesday.

Smithfield council says no to data centers

SMITHFIELD – Agreeing with the overwhelming sentiment in the room, the Town Council voted Tuesday to effectively ban development of data centers in town. Council chambers were packed with residents opposed to creation of any future data center within Smithfield’s limits,…

May 6, 2026

North Smithfield’s Milk Can and surrounding property up for sale

Note: This story has been updated with comments from Scott Gibbs. NORTH SMITHFIELD – The landmark Milk Can on Route 146 Eddie Dowling Highway is now on the market for $7.5 million, as part of a 5.5-acre real estate development opportunity.…

May 6, 2026

The library of the former Overbrook Academy.

Take virtual tour of Smithfield’s Overbrook Academy property

SMITHFIELD – Due to what they describe as overwhelming demand for in-person tours of a newly acquired and expansive town-owned property, town officials are now offering a virtual tour, available below. Officials said the tours reached capacity quickly, prompting them to…

May 5, 2026