Ethan Shorey, Author at The Local Insider News

North Providence police seek help investigating May 8 disturbance

NORTH PROVIDENCE – The North Providence Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance regarding a disturbance at North Providence High School on Friday, May 8. Anyone with video footage of the incident is asked to share it with department investigators.…

May 13, 2026

North Smithfield’s Milk Can property churns up strong market interest

NORTH SMITHFIELD – What was once a whimsical roadside ice cream destination is now one of the region’s most talked-about commercial real estate opportunities. The Milk Can property is generating interest from both out-of-state and international developers from as far…

May 13, 2026

North Attleboro chief thanks community for supporting fire victims

UPDATE – Chief Christopher Coleman is thanking the community for its outpouring of support for residents impacted by Monday’s fire at 30 Juniper Road. The Fire Department and town administration are now directing those who wish to assist with donation…

May 13, 2026

Carvalho announces for Pawtucket City Council District 6 seat

PAWTUCKET – Matthew Carvalho, a lifelong city resident who grew up in the Fairlawn neighborhood and went to school in Woodlawn from kindergarten through grade 8, says he’s running for City Council District 6 against Marlena Martins Stachowiak. “I’m very…

May 13, 2026

Pawtucket budget calls for 3 percent increase, fully funds school request

PAWTUCKET – The city will not see the kind of residential tax hike being requested in several other nearby communities, as Mayor Donald Grebien proposes a of 3 percent increase in taxes for homeowners. The overall tax levy, or amount to…

May 13, 2026

Another rabies case in North Smithfield

NORTH SMITHFIELD – Police are confirming another case of rabies in town, this time involving a bat and a dog in the 700 block of Pound Hill Road. “Thankfully, the dog was current on its rabies vaccination, and the family was…

May 12, 2026

The new memorial area at the Hotchkiss Cemetery.

UPDATE: North Smithfield cemetery garden nearly complete

NORTH SMITHFIELD – Volunteers have made significant progress on the scattering garden at Hotchkiss Cemetery. Here are some updated pictures from Monday and Tuesday’s work. Memorial stones are expected early next week. Here’s our original story. NORTH SMITHFIELD – Back in…

May 12, 2026

Cumberland’s tiny bridge with a long history now fully restored

CUMBERLAND – Newell Bridge No. 204, a small but pivotal connection point to the northernmost parts of town, including Diamond Hill Park and the Ice Cream Machine, is now fully back in operation. The bridge carrying Diamond Hill Road over…

May 12, 2026

Pawtucket is getting new rules on fire pits.

Pawtucket councilors recommend shorter distance requirements for outdoor fires

PAWTUCKET – Going against a recommendation from the city’s fire chief, members of the City Council’s ordinance subcommittee have recommended a 25-foot setback requirement for outdoor fires. Other recommendations within the revised fire ordinance should give Fire Chief John Trenteseaux the…

May 12, 2026

Smithfield Town Council members and Town Manager Robert Seltzer gather with Renee Grey, Caroline King, and Braxton Howard, all at center, for a photo at the most recent council meeting. Town officials are, from left, Michael Iannotti, Rachel Toppi, John Tassoni Jr., Angelica Bovis, Thomas Winfield, and Seltzer.

Life Savers: Bus driver and monitor in Smithfield praised for quick response

SMITHFIELD – A driver and monitor from DATTCO School Bus are being hailed for their quick work saving the life of a child in their care. The Smithfield Town Council last week gave special recognition to bus monitor Caroline King…

May 12, 2026