Marshall Submits Bill to Create Statewide Enterprise Zone

The state economy is lagging behind the rest of the country, so why not make the whole state an enterprise zone?

Bills Would Block Sakonnet Tolls, Create Infrastructure Fund

Calimari Bill Resurfaces in General Assembly

RI is the "King of Squid," according to two local legislators.

Last Week at the General Assembly (Feb. 8)

A summary of action at the Rhode Island State House last week.

Cicilline to Deliver Childrens' "Valentine's for Veterans"

Cards will be delivered to veterans at the Rhode Island Veterans Home in Bristol.

Health Dept. Announces First Two Flu Deaths of the Season

Two men have died from the flu this season.

Edwards Bill would Let Tenants Stay in Foreclosed Homes

Rep. John G. Edwards (D-Dist. 70, Portsmouth, Tiverton) and Sen. Harold M. Metts (D-Dist. 6, Providence) have filed bills that would prevent banks from evicting tenants living in foreclosed homes until they sold the house to a new owner.

Kennedy Blasts Future For-Profit Marijuana Industry

Former RI Congressman, while in New Hampshire, says state should reject legalizing pot; calls for brain health initiative.

Bristol Councilors to Appoint Harbormaster, OK Funding for Water Main

The Bristol Town Council meets tonight in Town Hall at 7 pm.

Clay Pell Enters Race for Governor

The grandson of the late Sen Claiborne Pell and wife of skater Michelle Kwan will face Angel Taveras and Gina Raimondo in the Democratic Primary.

Tourister Plan's Balance of Residential, Commercial Space Questioned

The latest plan for the former Tourister mill in Warren shows mostly two-bedroom apartments mixing with 'specialty retail' stores and restaurants.

Post Office Increases Price of Stamps

A first-class stamp has risen to 49 cents, up from 46 cents.

Latest Plan for Tourister Mill Complex to Get Public Airing

The Warren Planning Board meeting tonight, Jan. 27, includes a 'public information meeting' on the new plan for the mill complex on Warren's waterfront.

Regional School Board Meets in HS Cafeteria

The Bristol Warren Regional School Committee meets tonight at 7.

Second Ferry Service Out of Bristol?

What would happen if Prudence Island had two separate ferry services from Bristol? That could happen with the latest decision.

Water Authority OKs 4% Increase in Rates

The boost in water rates will mean about a $20 a year or 39 cents a week increase in the cost for an average residential user.

Not Enough Young People Signing Up for Obamacare

About 40% of the enrollment would need to be young people in order to keep premiums down, experts say.

Tax Season Delayed; IRS To Begin Jan. 31

Last year's government shutdown is being blamed for the 10-day late start.

Proposed 4 Percent Water Rate Hike Goes Before Public Hearing

The Bristol County Water Authority proposes to rate water rates by another 4 percent in fiscal year 2015.

Lawmakers Optimistic About No Toll on Sakonnet Bridge

The Special Legislative Commission to Study the Funding for East Bay Bridges met for the last time Wednesday.

Rep. Malik: Chafee 'Took a Slap at Small Business Owners' in Speech

Barrington and Warren state representative said State of State Address ignored cut in sales tax, which could give RI small businesses a competitive advantage.

Newest Tourister Plan Starts March for Approval on Warren River

'We were hearing,' said Warren Town Planner Caroline Wells. "Now we're reviewing."

Chafee Calls for Investment in Education, Infrastructure

Read the governor's final State of the State address here.

Commission To Present Study Findings For Funding East Bay Bridges

The Special Legislative Commission to Study the Funding for East Bay Bridges will meet Wednesday, Jan. 15, at 4 p.m. in Room 35 of the State House.

Proposed New Funding Method for Schools Gets Nod

The Warren Town Council signs off on a new method for stabilizing funding from year to year for the Bristol Warren Regional School District.

Hodgson Announces Candidacy For Attorney General

The NK state senator and former assistant attorney general says he would return AG's office to "fundamentals."

Method Changing School Funding Goes Before Warren Town Council

The resolution on Bristol-Warren school funding attempts to level out ups and downs by using different way to tally enrollment.

Mt. Hope Graduation Requirements Top Agenda of School Committee

The Bristol Warren Regional School Committee meets today, Jan. 13, at 7 pm in the Mt. Hope High School cafeteria.

Get Free Flu Shot at High School

Mt. Hope High School hosts a free flu shot clinic on Wednesday evening, Jan. 15.

Free Flu Clinic at Mt. Hope High

You can get a free flu shot on Wednesday, Jan. 15, at Mt. Hope High School in Bristol.

Zone Change Sought for Bristol Industrial Park

Mosaico Business and Community Development wants to market the manufacturing complex to different mix of businesses.

Condo Owners Want Trash Picked Up

The Bristol Town Council hears a request from condominium owners for trash collection at Wednesday night's meeting.

Minimum Wage Increase Proposed

The third raise in as many years would bring the state's lowest wage to $9 an hour.

Flu Now Widespread in Rhode Island

Healthcare workers are now required to wear masks when dealing directly with patients.

Serving Drinks on Sidewalks Another Step Closer in Bristol

The Bristol Town Council asks its solicitor to draft an amended outside dining ordinance that includes certain conditions for serving alcohol on public sidewalks.

Prudence Island Ferry Service Receives 'No Confidence' Vote

The Prudence Island Planning Commission' members recently voted "no confidence" in the more than 30-year-old Prudence Island Ferry Service.

Bristol Town Council Considering Serving Drinks on Sidewalks

The Bristol Town Council meets Wednesday, Jan. 8.

2014 Tax Season to Open Jan. 31

E-file and Free File can speed refunds, IRS says.

Stamp Prices to Increase in 2014

Get ready to pay a little bit more to mail a letter in the new year.

Bristol to Seek Bids for Proposed Maritime Center on Waterfront

The former Naval Reserve armory has been a community center for decades.