Town Asks Residents To Sign Up For Emergency Notification System

Are You Smart Enough To Be An American?

Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.

Google Agrees to Pay RI $230,000 to Settle Claims

Multistate settlement also implements policy changes.

EG's Happy Hearts Gets First 'Schoolyard Habitat' In State

The effort was a fruitful collaboration of the town's Planning Department, U.S. Fish & Wildlife, Happy Hearts and a Boy Scout.

Giarrusso To File Bill Requiring National Background Checks For Bus Personnel

The EG state rep says the regulation is worthwhile because it would help protect children.

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Tom Coyle – From EG Police 'Volunteer' To Town Manager

East Greenwich's new town manager formerly relinquishes his position of EG police chief at tonight's Town Council meeting.

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

FDA Targets Trans Fat in Processed Foods

Measure would remove artificially manufactured fats from ingredients’ lists

Don't Choose Between Heating and Eating

The federal government has released $20 million to Rhode Island for home energy assistance.

Mayor Fung Announces Bid For Governor

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Boston Post Cane Presented To 103-Year-Old Claire Sharpe

Sharpe, at 103 the town's oldest resident, was given a replica of the original 1909 cane.

Stagnation Likely Cause Of KCWA’s September E Coli Test Result

Repeat tests have not been able to replicate that one E. coli test result that caused a four-day boil-water advisory.

Demolition Begins To Make Way For New Potowomut Fire Station

Warwick's decision to move ahead with the station spells the end to $350,000 in annual payments to East Greenwich for fire service to the area.

Don't Get Caught With Your Sox Down

Scammers are looking to take advantage of Red Sox fans' excitement, Rhode Island's attorney general warns.

By Sharing Technology, Town, Schools To Save $150,000

The new system will link all town and school buildings and provide enable departments and schools to communicate more smoothly.

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

Say It Ain't So! Shutdown Hurts Beer Supply

The government office in charge of approving new craft beers and breweries has closed leaving some small breweries in limbo.

Council Approves $110,000 For 3 Fire Department Projects

The money covers bathroom renovations, new asphalt at Station Two, and engineering and design work on a questionable garage floor at Station One.

Plan to Pay More to Heat Your Home This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

How To Get A 4-Day Work Week

It's not as hard as you might think.

Town Council Names Tom Coyle New Town Manager

'My only regret is that we're going to be losing a really, really good police chief,' says Councilor Kiernan.

Strong Winds Predicted For Monday Afternoon

Monday's strong winds could cause power outages.

Effects of Government Shutdown Reach Astronomical Proportions

Mars rover in danger of going dark thanks to furloughs at NASA.

Want To Be In The Loop? Join Town's Email, Phone Services

Sign up for the town's weekly E-newsletter for regular news; for emergency news, give the town your phone number to be added to its "reverse 911" service.

Is Assault Rifle Raffle Appropriate for GOP?

The state Republican Party plans to raffle off an M-16 style weapon Sunday. Is this an an appropriate fundraiser for a political party? Tell us in comments.

Recycling Profits Down 62 Percent

Rhode Island communities shared $740,000 in profits from the Central Landfill in Johnston this year — last year, the number was nearly $2 million.

Rhode Islanders to Feel Shutdown's Impact

Food stamps, child care services and small business assistance could all be canceled or delayed if the federal government shutdown is prolonged.

Government Shutdown Could Close National Parks, Historic Sites

The Roger Williams Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Corridor are among those that may be impacted by a shutdown.

Government Shutdown 2013: Five Changes and What Stays the Same

Less beltway traffic, no museum visits, but you'll still get your mail. Local reps blame the crisis on the Tea Party.

Hodgson Considers Running For AG

The 2-term state senator from North Kingstown worked as an Assistant Attorney General earlier in his career.

Should Children Be Allowed to Buy E-Cigarettes?

There are no federal age restrictions on e-cigarettes and no rules about advertising those products to youths.

USPS Looks to Increase Stamp Prices Again

The move is expected to generate $2 billion in new revenue for the postal service.

KCWA Thanks Customers For Patience, Stands By Notification Procedure

The boil-water advisory – lifted Wednesday – was enacted Sunday after a test showed E. coli in a KCWA water storage tank.

Should People Know Sooner Not To Drink the Water?

Tell us: Should the state require water authorities to provide early notification of possible contamination?

KCWA Receives Clean Water Test Results, Lifts Boil-Water Advisory

A third consecutive water test came back negative for E. coli bacteria Wednesday morning.

Council Finishes Interviews Of 7 Town Manager Candidates

Council President Michael Isaacs says a vote on a new town manager will be on the Oct. 7 agenda.

Boil-Water Advisory To Remain At Least Into Wednesday

According to KWCA, the water must test “clean” a minimum of three times before the boil-water advisory will be lifted.

Council Approves New Firefighter Contract

With new faces on one side of the negotiating table, the contract – headed for binding arbitration under the former EG Fire District – settles quickly.