Pawtucket and Central Falls

Pawtucket kennel owner frustrated over continued license battle

PAWTUCKET – For back-to-back years, says Luis Rosado, the business he’s invested his life into has been in limbo and under threat, all because a couple of neighbors constantly complain and a local councilman gives them a platform. Harmony Dog Training,…

July 21, 2026

Pawtucket’s police union endorses Grebien

PAWTUCKET – Members of The Fraternal Order of Police – Pawtucket Lodge #4, which represents the officers of the Pawtucket Police Department, have announced that they are backing the incumbent mayor for re-election. “Mayor Grebien has been a supporter of law…

July 21, 2026

Missing Pawtucket man found

UPDATE: Police say the missing man has been found unharmed, and are thanking the public for spreading the word. PAWTUCKET – Police say 78-year-old Frank Rose has been reported missing after failing to return to a rehabilitation center on July…

July 17, 2026

Cumberland woman achieves ownership dream with affordable home in Pawtucket

PAWTUCKET – In today’s housing market, says one local woman, she would never have been able to afford the home she will now raise her young children in if not for the path she took. The new homeowner, speaking with The…

July 10, 2026

UPDATE: Pawtucket council postpones action on hybrid school board

PAWTUCKET – The City Council voted 8-1 Monday to indefinitely postpone a resolution amending the Home Rule Charter to allow a hybrid school board made up of appointed and elected members. Council President Mercer described the proposal to put the measure…

July 8, 2026

Pollo Campero holds official grand opening for its second Rhode Island location

EAST PROVIDENCE – Pollo Campero is hosting a grand opening on Thursday, July 9, for its second Rhode Island location, this one at the Pawtucket/East Providence line. The restaurant staking claim to being the chicken experts since 1971 and serving…

July 7, 2026

Families in their own little world at Central Falls summer soccer tournament

CENTRAL FALLS – In June, the Mundialito kicked off its summer soccer tournament at the Project Goal Mini Pitch. The tournaments, which also function as public community block parties, will continue nearly every Saturday this summer. During the games, spectators…

July 6, 2026

Adrienne Marchetti stands next to the garden where she grows much of the food she uses in her cooking.

Pawtucket Soup Kitchen still operating at Walcott Street location

UPDATE, July 6 – The Local Insider has confirmed that the Pawtucket Soup Kitchen is still operating within its facility on Walcott Street. There are no additional details yet on whether they will be allowed to stay until a new…

July 6, 2026

Araujo announces bid for re-election in Pawtucket

PAWTUCKET – City Councilor Michael Araujo has announced his bid for re-election as a city councilor at-large. “I have had the honor and privilege of serving our city in an elected capacity since 2011,” he said in a release. Araujo…

July 5, 2026

Guests enjoy dessert wine poured by Sakonnet Vineyard during the 2025 Summer Soirée. (Photo by Laura Kilgus of 9ten Photography)

Little Sisters of the Poor to hold fourth annual Summer Soirée

PAWTUCKET – The Little Sisters of the Poor of Pawtucket will host their fourth annual Summer Soirée on Wednesday, Aug.. 12, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at the Jeanne Jugan Residence, 964 Main St., Pawtucket. The Little Sisters will once…

July 5, 2026

It was a weekend that again showed what a community Pawtucket is

Dear Neighbors, This past weekend served as a powerful reminder of everything Pawtucket has to be thankful for and the vibrant community we have built together. Following last weekend’s unimaginable tragedy, our residents rallied to support the affected family emotionally,…

July 5, 2026

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