May 6, 2024
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Approximately 40 migrant families are being housed at the Ramada Inn on Route 44 in Seekonk. The town received official notification from the state recently. “The Town and the School … more
The regional school district has announced several administrative changes for the 2022-2023 school year. John Gould, who has served as Principal of Dighton-Rehoboth Regional High School … more
State House – With votes in both chambers today, the General Assembly has approved legislation sponsored by Rep. Deborah Ruggiero and Sen. Cynthia A. Coyne to authorize the secretary of state … more
East Providence, RI – Igus Inc., based in Cologne, Germany with a large facility in East Providence, is expanding. The privately-held maker of polymer components is planning a $200 million … more
Several residents expressed their frustration Monday about motorists speeding on town roads, particularly Homestead Avenue.  Police Chief James Trombetta noted there have been 9 accidents on … more
Teachers and students spoke in opposition to proposed cuts in arts funding for the new fiscal year at Monday’s school committee meeting. At least two art teacher positions at Seekonk High … more
East Providence, RI – The East Providence Recreation Department announces the 2023 Summer Concert line-up. Shows are weather permitting and take place at Rose Larisa Memorial Park located at … more
State House – With votes in both chambers today, the General Assembly approved legislation sponsored by Senate Judiciary Committee Chairwoman Cynthia A. Coyne and Rep. Jason Knight to lower the … more
Two members of the Rehoboth Police Department were promoted to Sergeant at Monday’s selectmen meeting. Louis Dibacco, an 11 year veteran, and Adam Brown, who has served for nearly eight … more
Fido is at the Rehoboth Animal Shelter waiting for a home. Fido, also known as Bananas, is a young adult neutered male Dalmation. He is friendly with people and other dogs and has a great deal of … more
Eastern Rhode Island Conservation District seeks three organizations in urban, suburban, or rural areas to install community gardens or high tunnels and maintain them for a minimum of 18 months … more
East Providence, RI – The City of East Providence has announced a request for qualifications for the Owner’s Project Manager Services for the development of a new 62,000-square-foot … more
Boston – State Representative Steven Howitt (R-Seekonk) recently voted to support an omnibus veterans bill to assist military personnel and their families with benefits ranging from higher … more
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is investigating the contents of the waste dumped on a site on Almeida Road. The findings are expected to be released by mid-September, … more
East Providence, RI – Six East Providence nonprofits that help residents with food, housing and behavioral health are among the organizations that will share $8.3 million in grants from the … more
East Providence, RI – The East Bay Community Action Program, the Boys & Girls Club and the Newman Congregational Church are among 11 local organizations that received more than $1 million … more
We recently shared the wonderful news that Rehoboth Land Trust (RLT) received a grant to aid in the Phase 1 planning for a project at our 80 Mason Street property. It is one of several active RLT … more
Boston – Norton will receive $546,160, Rehoboth will receive $623,996, Seekonk will receive $587,425, and Swansea will receive $566,305 in Chapter 90 road and bridge funding in Fiscal Year … more
Suspect #1:On 6/18, around 7:15pm, an unarmed robbery occurred in the parking lot of Ocean State Job Lot (150 Highland Avenue). A male suspect approached a female sitting alone in her vehicle in the … more
Incumbents Richard Barrett and Aaron Morse are facing a challenge by newcomer Robert Owens in their race for two open seats on the Dighton-Rehoboth Regional School Committee. The town election is … more
The Planning Board reviewed a proposal Tuesday for a new fire station in the south end of Seekonk. Voters at the May 2020 town meeting allocated $425,000 for the design of the facility at the … more
This is the second in a series of stories about local soldiers that served in the American Revolution. As we prepare to celebrate the 250th Anniversary of our independence it seems a good time to … more
They are in the coating of your nonstick frying pan. The wrapper of your favorite burger. The stain-resistant upholstery of your couch, and even the water coming from your tap. They are PFAS — … more
Town Administrator Shawn Cadime has signed a new three year contract, which extends through 2025. Cadime has been serving in the position since 2014. He is also a member of the Fall River City … more
MEMORANDUM: September 15, 2022 TO: Planning Board FROM: Planning Department RE: Land Development Project, Master Plan submission - Igus Bearings, Inc. 275 Ferris Avenue Map 502, Block 5, Parcels 3 … more
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