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Jones makes closing pitch to North Smithfield voters

NORTH SMITHFIELD – As early voting and mail-in balloting progress across Rhode Island, Town Council candidate Paul Jones is delivering his final pitch to North Smithfield voters, outlining a practical, community-first vision focused on civil leadership and town-wide results. Having…

October 19, 2026

With no free lunches at Woonsocket splash pad, organizations looking to bridge gap

WOONSOCKET – The Woonsocket Education Department won’t be providing meals at the World War II Veterans Memorial Park splash pad this summer, school officials confirm, but they will still be served at three schools. Supt. Patrick McGee told The Local Insider…

May 18, 2026

Fundraiser planned for Woonsocket hairdresser Monique Landry

WOONSOCKET – Friends and family are planning a beer and dynamite fundraiser to support Monique Landry, the hairdresser who was hit by a drunk driver last month and is now facing a difficult recovery. Landry, hailed by those who know her…

May 16, 2026

Setting the stage: Woonsocket names River Island Art Park venue in honor of Dave Richards

WOONSOCKET – Dave Richards is more than just a local radio personality, says City Councilor Valerie Gonzalez, he’s part of the very heartbeat of Woonsocket. The City Council has unanimously named the River Island Art Park stage in honor of Richards,…

May 14, 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

Woonsocket cemetery volunteers removed trees on Saturday.

Cemetery volunteers remove diseased trees in Woonsocket

WOONSOCKET – On May 9, four volunteer members of the Friends of Oak Hill Cemetery took to historic Capron Cemetery in Woonsocket to remove more diseased trees as future safety hazards. The work protects volunteers and the integrity of historic…

May 9, 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

Brien announces re-election campaign in House District 49

State Rep. Jon Brien, an Independent serving House District 49 in Woonsocket/North Smithfield, has announced his plans to run for re-election. Brien cited health care, housing, rising energy costs, safe streets and secure elections as issues facing every Rhode Islander…

May 4, 2026

Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative hosts ‘Golden Age of Hollywood’ fundraiser

WOONSOCKET – On May 2, the Downtown Woonsocket Collaborative held its annual Death on the Red Carpet with the assistance of the Museum of Work and Culture on South Main Street. According to Paul Alan White, the theme this year was…

May 4, 2026

A new sign installed near Savoie Elementary School in Woonsocket.

Woonsocket DPW director says traffic on Mendon Road has calmed

WOONSOCKET – The longtime troublesome traffic situation on Mendon Road at Leo Savoie Elementary School has improved, says Public Works Director Steve D’Agostino, and there’s more to come. D’Agostino said officials have received no complaints recently, and that there has been…

May 3, 2026

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