Coventry Men Honored at State House for Lifesaving Heroics

Governor Chafee and Secretary of State Mollis recently honored local heroes for lifesaving exploits at State House ceremony.

Five Things You Need To Know Today, November 19

Today is Monday, Nov. 19. Here are five things you need to know:

In EG, Sen. Reed Hedges On CIA Job

He doesn't say no unequivocally when asked if he would take the position if President Obama asked.

Raccoon Found in RI Tests Positive for Distemper

DEM is cautioning dog owners about the re-emergence of a dog disease that is now considered rare in Rhode Island.

Council Approves Memorial Marker, Various Licenses

The following agenda items were approved at the Nov. 13 meeting of the Coventry Town Council.

Town Council Adopts Pension-Funding Improvement Plans

Council members voted 4-1 to meet state deadline to begin the long process.

Judge Appoints Land as Permanent Special Master of CCFD

Richard Land will continue to oversee the Central Coventry Fire District during the Special Mastership process.

Coventry Man Indicted on Sexual Assault Charge

Derek Wilson allegedly sexually assaulted a developmentally delayed individual while working at the Trudeau Center.

Five Things You Need To Know Today, November 13

Today is Tuesday, Nov. 13. Here are five things you need to know:

Town of Coventry Board Vacancies

Applications are now being accepted for four positions.

Health Department Schedules Vaccination Clinics

Pertussis, influenza, pneumonia shots available throughout the state in November, December.

Rep. Tomasso Takes Italian Exchange Students on State House Tour

The tour is part of a new exchange program at Exeter-West Greenwich schools.

What Type Of ID Do I Need At The Polls?

In Rhode Island, the voter ID law requires voters to present some sort of ID before they will be allowed to vote tomorrow – here's what you'll need.

Coventry Residents Coming Out in Droves to Vote

Many of the 18 polling locations across Coventry are experiencing strong turnout today.

Five Things You Need To Know, Election Day Edition

Today is Monday, Nov. 6. Here are five things you need to know:

2012 General Election: Coventry Polling Place Information

Be sure that you know where to go and what to bring to vote on Nov. 6.

Coventry Election Guide 2012

The candidates, voting information and issues that will be affecting Coventry.

Not Registered? You Can Still Vote for President/VP

Rhode Island state law allows people who have not registered to vote to cast a ballot of the top office.

Election Day 2012: Coventry Polling Place Locations

Wondering where to vote tomorrow? Check out the attached list to confirm your precinct's polling location.

UPDATE: Coventry Election Results 2012

Updates on the 2012 Coventry town elections will be posted here throughout the day.

School Improvement Bonds: Why Renovate the CHS Athletic Complex?

Find out what Bond Question #11 will do for the school department if passed.

Patricia Morgan, Republican Candidate for State Representative District 26

Morgan currently holds the Dist. 26 representative seat, serving Coventry, Warwick and West Warwick.

Gregory Laboissonniere, Republican Candidate for Town Council District 2

Mr. Laboissonniere had formerly held a seat on the Coventry Town Council from 2003-2006.

Nicholas Denice, Democratic Candidate for State Representative District 26

Denice will run against incumbent Representative Patricia Morgan to serve Coventry, West Warwick and Warwick.

Michael W. Chippendale, Republican Candidate for State Representative, District 40

This will be Chippendale's second run for the Dist. 40 representative seat.

Attorney General Warns Against Inflating Prices After Hurricane Sandy

Attorney General Peter F. Kilmartin reminds all retail sellers, whether individual business owners or corporations, not to try to profit from the storm.

Laid Off Due to Hurricane Sandy? You Could Be Eligible for a Waiver

Workers unemployed due to the effects of Hurricane Sandy may be able to waive their one-week waiting period for benefits.

Tom Hetherman Announces Candidacy for Town Council District 1

Submitted by Thomas Hetherman

Thomas Hetherman, Democratic Candidate for Town Council District 1

Hetherman has previously served four years on the Coventry School Committee

Jared R. Nunes, Democratic Candidate for State Representative District 25

This will be Nunes' second run for the Dist. 25 Representative seat.

RIDOT, State Police Urge Motorists to Conclude Travel as Sandy Approaches

High winds, localized flooding expected to make driving hazardous

State of Emergency Declared for RI

Gov. Lincoln Chafee issued the declaration at a press conference held Sunday.

Town of Coventry Declares State of Emergency

A voluntary evacuation has been declared for campgrounds and mobile home parks in Coventry and there will be no trash pickup on Monday and Tuesday.

HEALTH Urges Rhode Islanders with Special Healthcare Needs to Enroll in Registry

Residents should enroll or update their information in the registry before the arrival of Hurricane Sandy.

Coventry EMA Monitoring Hurricane Sandy, Considering Evacuation Possibilities

Police Chief and EMA Director Bryan Volpe says the Town of Coventry will be adequately equipped to handle the storm.

David Tate Wants Your Vote for School Committee District 1

Provided by the Friends of David T. Tate.

Do You Support Building a New Veterans Home?

Question 4 on the Nov. 6 ballot asks residents whether the state should borrow $94 million tp build a new facility and renovate the existing one.

Patricia Serpa, Democratic Candidate for State Representative District 27

Rep. Serpa has held the Dist. 27 seat for six years, representing West Warwick, Coventry and Warwick.

Lisa Tomasso, Democratic Candidate for State Representative District 29

This will be Rep. Tomasso's second run for the District 29 State Representative seat.

2012 Town Bid Advertisement: Winter Sand

Bids will be accepted until November 7.