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Woonsocket Taps Veolia as Jacobs Moves to Leave Amid Late-Payment Dispute

Woonsocket's City Council voted unanimously to approve a new wastewater treatment contract with Veolia for the city's Blackstone River plant, following an independent assessment that found a substantial maintenance backlog and deficiencies in almost every major process area. Jacobs Engineering Group was cutting ties with the city over a late-payment dispute and was still operating the plant after the vote, 14 years into its original 20-year deal.

Woonsocket, RI · 2d
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CVS announces major breakup, pharmacy expert weighs impact on consumers

CVS Health breakup will create separate pharmacy and healthcare companies as industry expert weighs the impact on prescription drug prices, pharmacies and patients.

Woonsocket, RI · 2d

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Veolia Will Run Woonsocket's Sewage Plant Under Six-Month Deal

The plant treats sewage from Woonsocket, North Smithfield and two Massachusetts towns, and residents' annual sewer charge rose to $556 this fiscal year. A longer three-year operating contract will need another council vote. Veolia North America will take over day-to-day operation of Woonsocket's wastewater treatment plant under an interim agreement...

Woonsocket, RI · 2d
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Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the tax assessor by March 15 for a $750 exemption, and those 62 to 64 on Social Security can get $460

Providence homeowners who are 65 by Dec. 31 must file with the city tax assessor by March 15 to get the $750 elderly exemption. Homeowners aged 62 to 64 who receive Social Security benefits can get a $460 exemption under the same deadline. The amounts and dates come from the city assessor’s exemptions page. Two […]

Providence, RI · 15h

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Residential Properties Closes $1.65M Condo Sale at The Residences Providence

Residential Properties Closes $1.65M Condo Sale at The Residences Providence. Residential Properties Ltd. announced the sale of 1 West Exchange Street, Unit #3002 in Providence for $1.65 million. RPL Sales Associate Stephen Gaskin represented the buyer in this transaction. According to State-Wide MLS data, this is the second-highest condo sale...

Providence, RI · 23h

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NEW: Cranston Selling Two School Buildings; One Hits the Market

NEW: Cranston Selling Two School Buildings; One Hits the Market. The city of Cranston is selling two of its school buildings, and one of those schools hit the market on Friday. The two school buildings scheduled for sale are Chester W. Barrows Elementary School and Daniel D. Waterman Elementary School.

Cranston, RI · 22h

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Providence bakery holds closing sale after 24 years of business

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — After 24 years of business, Sin Bakery is closing its doors on Westminster Street and saying goodbye with an "all must go" sale. Owner Jennifer Luxmoore is hoping that the sale will offer an opportunity for the community to carry on the bakery's legacy. "I...

Providence, RI · 8h

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Six-story apartment building proposed for North Main Street near Pawtucket line

Developer leverages zoning change to accommodate more height, transit access. At the City Plan Commission’s monthly meeting on Oct. 20, commissioners issued a positive recommendation for a zoning change at a parcel on North Main Street, which would allow for the construction of a six-story, mixed-use apartment building at the site. The change will go before the City Council for final approval next.

Providence, RI · 1d

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Protesters call for transparency from Rhode Island Energy

WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — A group of protesters gathered outside the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission on Saturday afternoon, calling for transparency from Rhode Island Energy. "Our families are in need and deserve respect." Central Falls City Council member Laurilim Rosado said. "We're asking for questions, answering questions ...and...

Rhode Island · 5h

Brown Daily Herald

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Report finds Providence 6th most affordable city for homeownership in R.I.

Despite rising housing costs, Providence has become the sixth most affordable city in Rhode Island to own a home, according to the 2026 Housing Fact Book released by HousingWorks RI in late October. This marks an increase of six places from last year’s ranking, with the report’s estimate of income...

Providence, RI · 2d

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Providence Place announces enhanced security, requires adult supervision for minors

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — New ownership at Providence Place is introducing security changes, including an expanded parental escort policy for minors and plans for a daily K-9 presence. Under the new policy, anyone younger than 18 will need a parent present to visit the mall. The restriction is currently...

Providence, RI · 2d

Brown Daily Herald

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From Underground bartender to Brown’s next chief investment officer: Meet Joshua Kennedy ’97

During his undergraduate years at Brown, Joshua Kennedy ’97 worked as a bartender at the then-student-run pub the Underground. After graduation, Kennedy worked on the news staff of the Wall Street Journal. Nearly three decades later, Kennedy is set to become the University’s next chief investment officer and help oversee the University’s $9.5 billion endowment.

Providence, RI · 2d

WPRI 12 News

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Financial expert shares tips to manage rising costs

While the economy may be showing some signs of growth, that doesn't necessarily mean Americans are feeling better about their finances.

Providence, RI · 1d

WBUR

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A large offshore wind project in New England, Revolution Wind, is fully operational

Editor's Note: This story was updated after WBUR learned another larger project in the region, Vineyard Wind, achieved full power in late October. After nearly three years of construction, Revolution Wind, a large offshore wind project near the cost of Rhode Island and southeast Massachusetts, is fully operational. With 65...

Rhode Island · 2d

Taunton Daily Gazette

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Power restored after lightning causes widespread TMLP power outage

Taunton and surrounding communities faced a widespread power outage that impacted approximately 10,000 customers from noon to 2 p.m. today, Friday, Nov. 6, a TMLP spokesperson said. The Taunton Municipal Lighting Plant , in a social media post on Friday, Nov. 6, said the power outage affected Raynham, Taunton, East Taunton, and Lakeville." TMLP attributed the outage to "a lightning strike to a National Grid transmission line." A spokesperson for Taunton Public Schools said that multiple schools were using backup power during the outage and that the phone system was down. Paying off high school debt early Taunton dips into savings to give homeowners property tax relief TMLP service area TMLP provides electricity to Taunton, Berkley and Raynham and parts of Dighton, Lakeville and Bridgewater, according to the TMLP website. This article originally appeared on The Taunton Daily Gazette: Power restored after lightning causes widespread TMLP power outage

Taunton, MA · 1d

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Forget Boston — Retire To This Coastal Gem On The Rhode Island Border With Scenic State Parks And Vibrant Cities

Bustling, busy, and expensive: These three words can succinctly describe the experience of many who live in Boston. America's "Cradle of Liberty" may be full of historic charm, great museums, world-class art, and great healthcare, but it's also become priced out for many, with a cost of living that's 49% higher than the national average, according to Payscale. So what's a retiree who wants to live in a coastal Massachusetts county to do? Why, move to Bristol County, Massachusetts, of course! Cities here, like New Bedford, have a lower cost of living than Boston, according to Salary.com, and are perfectly positioned near Rhode Island for great day trips to places like The Breakers. In Bristol County, you've got the best of city life with the perks of being near some great natural beauty, including dense forests and expansive beaches.

Bristol County, MA · 3d

Boston 25 News WFXT

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Knee-deep flooding hits parts of Mass. as torrential rain swamps roads, businesses

Falmouth, MA · 14h

Boston

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Aldi to open its 26th Massachusetts store in Swansea

The discount grocer opens Thursday, offering giveaways to its first 200 shoppers. South Coast shoppers looking to save a few bucks will soon have a new place to fill their carts. Aldi will open its 26th Massachusetts store Thursday at 58 Swansea Mall Drive in Swansea, giving the first 200...

Swansea, MA · 3d

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Legal Notice Fairhaven Housing Authority

The Fairhaven Housing Authority is seeking proposals from qualified developers for the development of approximately 50 units of affordable senior rental housing at a range of incomes on surplus land it owns adjacent to an existing public housing site, Oxford Terrace. The most advantageous proposal, from a responsive and responsible proposer, considering all evaluation criteria set forth in the RFP, will be selected.

Fairhaven, MA · 3d

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City Property Tax Rate To Go Before City Council Next Week

Next week, the Fall River City Council will hold a public hearing and may vote on proposed real estate tax rates for residential and commercial property owners. Residents will likely pay more in taxes for FY 2027. In setting the rate, the council can shift the tax burden to commercial...

Fall River, MA · 2d