Central Falls Native Viola Davis Is Working On Her Memoir

The award-winning actress promises a "straight no chaser" telling of her journey from Central Falls to Hollywood.

PPP Loans Benefited Central Falls Businesses

The Paycheck Protection Program helped around 17,282 Rhode Island businesses in 2021 alone, including some in Central Falls.

Central Falls Residents Asked For Input On Stimulus Spending

A Town Hall Meeting is set for July 20 at 6:30 p.m., Mayor Maria Rivera announced.

Wyatt Prison Guard And Inmates Accused Of Smuggling Suboxone

The FBI arrested a correctional officer and two former inmates of the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility on Friday.

Central Falls Retaining Wall Collapses, Families Displaced

Saturday's heavy rain caused a retaining wall at Brook Street to give way.

Central Falls Plans Portuguese Night Celebration

Free food and entertainment will be offered at the July 22 event.

James Diossa Appointed To Trustee Role By President Joe Biden

The former Central Falls mayor has been nominated to the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation, an entity established by Congress.

Colombian Independence Day Celebration On Tap At RI State House

Five lawmakers from Pawtucket and Central Falls — all of Colombian descent — will host the 211th Colombian Independence Day celebration.

Central Falls Youth Kayak Program Now Accepting Registrations

The free program introduces kids and teens to paddling and gets them out on the Blackstone River to enjoy nature.

Central Falls Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Providence County is higher than the Rhode Island average.

Central Falls Oil Tank Zoning Case Headed To Court

Western Oil contends that its proposal to build nine 30,000-gallon above-ground storage tanks is compliant with city land use regulations.

Central Falls Moves Indepence Day Celebration To July 7

With rain in the forecast, the City of Central Falls has decided to reschedule its 4th of July Celebration.

Central Falls Resident Stella Sweet Honored On Her 100th Birthday

Sweet, the oldest of 10 siblings, was born in Central Falls, grew up in Darlington and now resides at Wilfrid Manor senior housing.

FAFSA Completions Down In RI: How Central Falls Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for Central Falls area high schools.

Pols Celebrate Launch Of Free Kayaking For Central Falls Kids

The Blackstone River cuts a swath of green-blue habitat alongside this small, dense, Rhode Island city.

New High School For Central Falls On RI State House Agenda

Legislation would authorize $120 in bonding to build a new high school, and Central Falls would borrow $5.76 million of that amount.

Providence County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Central Falls area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Central Falls Man Who Tried to Save Drowing Girl Hailed As Hero

Valentin Cardona Sanchez was celebrating Father's Day at Conimicut Point in Warwick when he dove in trying to save the life of a child.

Governor, Police Leaders, AG Back Senator Acosta Body Cam Bill

Leaders thanked Sen. Jonathon Acosta and Rep. José Batista for their legislation that would equip Rhode Island police with body cameras.

Home Prices In Central Falls Area Increased Recently: See How Much

Home prices have increased dramatically in the Central Falls area since the pandemic began.

Unemployment Decreases In Central Falls Area: Feds

Providence County's unemployment rate is higher than the Rhode Island average.

Surprise Dad This Father’s Day By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Publish a photo of pops on the Central Falls Patch for Father’s Day 2021 to share your favorite father-son or father-daughter moments.

Central Falls Mayor: Undocumented Kids Need Health Care

Mayor Maria Rivera said she supports legislation that would let all low-income children qualify for the state's Medicaid program.

Central Falls Seeks To Hire City Lawyers; Health Ambassadors

Two city solicitors will deal with housing and nuisance properties. Public health ambassadors will work directly with the community.

Central Falls & Pawtucket Vow To Promote A Nonviolent Summer

Workers with the Nonviolence Institute will establish relationships with at-risk youth, and a summer program for young people is afoot.

Central Falls & Pawtucket To Announce Youth Nonviolence Programs

Mayors from both cities will join the director of the Nonviolence Institute on Thursday.

Central Falls Man Indicted On Sexual Assault Charge

The alleged act took place in Cumberland in February.

Central Falls To Host Employment & Resource Fair For Teens

Graduating seniors will be connected to pathways and opportunities for life after graduation, said Mayor Maria Rivera.

Bills To Close Wyatt Detention Facility Get RI Senate Hearing

Legislation by Sen. Jonathon Acosta aims to close the public-private federal prison in Central Falls.

Broadband Speed In Central Falls Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Central Falls area compares.

Graduation 2021: Surprise Your Graduate By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Tell us why your grad is special and send a message of congratulations on Central Falls Patch.

Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera: No New Taxes In 2022 Budget

The first-term mayor promised transparency and engagement while outlining a vision for post-pandemic recovery and growth.

Fair Market Rent Rates In Central Falls Area

The coronavirus pandemic and other factors have shaken up the rental market. See how things have changed in Central Falls area.

Neroha: Central Falls Man Who Molested Girl Heading To Prison

Christopher Piloto, 37, molested a young girl at a home in Central Falls, and the victim was known to him, the RI Attorney General said.

Central Falls Mayor To Deliver FY2022 Budget Speech Tonight

Mayor Maria Rivera will address the City Council and the public on Facebook Live at 5:30 p.m. on May 10.

Central Falls Man Heading To Prison In Armed Robbery Case

A man walking home at night was robbed at gunpoint. Now Shaijohn Delgado, 22, is heading to ACI after pleading no contest to the crime.

Central Falls Zoning Board Dinged For Not Posting Minutes

The board delayed posting its minutes as required by state law, and Western Oil, Inc. filed a complaint with the RI Attorney General.

Providence County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

Here is how the Central Falls area is doing with coronavirus vaccinations.

Mother’s Day 2021: Surprise Mom By Sharing A Photo On Patch

Share your favorite mother-son or mother-daughter photo and sentiments, and we’ll feature it on the Central Falls Patch.

College Financial Aid Applications In Central Falls Area: Compare To RI

FAFSA completions are down nationally. Here is how Central Falls area high schools have done so far.