Five Things: Nomination Papers & Open Studios

Your guide for life in East Greenwich today, July 11.

Billboards Off Table – Er, Highway

The Town Council votes 5-0 to reject the proposal to erect two billboards on Route 4 along Avenger Drive and East Greenwich High School.

Mystery Of Brush Clearing Solved

The easement between St. Patrick's Cemetery and Bleachery Falls is being cleared by the town to access a main sewer line there.

Supreme Court Upholds Health Care Law

The ruling finds the federal mandate constitutional.

[POLL] Do You Agree With Supreme Court's Decision In Favor Of Health Care Law?

The ruling upholds the controversial "individual mandate" clause that requires everyone to buy health insurance.

What Rte. 4 Billboards Would Look Like

Lamar Advertising has presented a plan for two billboards on Route 4 on town-owned land next to the high school.

Town Races: Democrats Face Primary In School Committee Race

Republicans field a full slate for Council and School Committee; Democrats offer no candidates for Council, four for School Committee.

Three Republicans In Race For House Dist. 30 Seat

In addition, one Democrat and one independent filed to run for the seat long held by the retiring Bob Watson.

Council To Consider Route 4 Billboards

Lamar Advertising makes a presentation to the Town Council at its Monday meeting for two billboards near the high school.

Newcomer Anthony Giarrusso To Run For Dist. 30 Seat

The Republican runs a jewelry company in Johnston.

Planning To Run For Office? You Have Until Wednesday At 4PM To Declare

One half hour after the EG Town Clerk's office opened Monday, two candidates had filed their declaration of candidacy papers.

Watson Says Departure Is “Sabbatical”

EG’s soon-to-be former state representative Bob Watson talks about his years in the General Assembly and his plans for the future.

EG Post Office Building For Sale

A retail store with P.O. boxes and counter service will remain in East Greenwich.

Gary Sasse Considers Run For Seat Being Vacated By Watson

Sasse said Thursday the run is something he's "thinking about."

Fire District Adopts $5.5 Million Budget

In an unusual turn of events, the meeting had 55 registered voters in attendance, 1 more than the town's annual meeting last week.

Brad Bishop To Run For Town Council

Bishop says the experience he’s gained serving on the Planning Board – where he’s chair – would benefit the council.

East Greenwich 2012 Election Guide

Candidate season has begun – the District 30 House seat is open, all five Town Council seats and three School Committee seats are up. EG Patch will be following it all.

[POLL] Should Auto Body Shops Be Able To Sue Insurance Companies?

The bill, which has passed the General Assembly, was opposed by local legislators Rep. Robert Watson and Sen. Dawson Hodgson, argued that the bill would increase costs for R.I. car owners, who are legally required to carry insurance on their vehicles.

Abel Collins To Challenge Langevin In Run For Congress

Collins, an independent, is a lifelong Rhode Islander who has been gaining prominence in the state over the past few years as an organizer, environmental activist and voice for the disaffected.

Watson Won't Seek Reelection

The East Greenwich representative, who was arrested twice in the past 14 months and is in recovery for substance abuse, announced he will not run for office again.

House OKs Casino Proposal; Tax Hikes Fail

The debate lasted an hour and a half.

Isaacs: Low Turnout a Sign Residents Happy with How Town is Run

Fifty-four turned out for Financial Town Meeting, which is short of the 250 needed for quorum.

3 Things You Missed at Town Council

A seafood restaurant will replace Custom House Coffee; a rebate was debated.

Grand Jury Indicts NK Man in $20 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme

A Connecticut grand jury has indicted a North Kingstown man in connection with a $20 million Medicaid fraud scheme.

Town Condemns Adirondack House Involved In Drug Raid

The house belonging to Robert Campellone, who was arrested today, was in "deplorable" condition, police said.

Planning Board OKs 40-Unit Greenwich Boulevard Development [VIDEO]

Before shoves hit the ground, however, many more approvals are needed.

Bob Bolton To Run For Seat Held By Watson

He plans to run as a Republican, which would force a primary if Bob Watson decides to run for re-election.

POLL: Does Marijuana Decriminalization Make Sense In RI?

Fairness, permanent record concerns pitted against public safety arguments.

Facts about 'Recycle Together RI'

With today's ceremonial opening of the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation's renovated Material Recycling Facility, there's a new way to recycle in Rhode Island.

EG Officials Old & New At Work In "Distressed" Communities

In addition to Town Manager Bill Sequino's role in Woonsocket, former elected official Vince Bradley is now serving on the West Warwick School Committee.

Sequino Named Chair Of Woonsocket Budget Commission

East Greenwich Town Manager to lead panel.

Planning Board Reviews Greenwich Blvd. 40-Unit Proposal; Vote June 6

A few abutters voice concerns on traffic flow and snow removal, while members of the EG Housing Authority applaud the inclusion of 10 affordable housing units.

Town Manager Sequino Named To Woonsocket Budget Oversight Panel

He found out at just after 4 Tuesday afternoon that he'd been tapped as a member of a 5-person committee.

EDC Vice Chairwoman Resigns

Helena Foulkes is the second state official to resign in the last week amidst the 38 Studios controversy.

Besos Gets OK For Sidewalk Dining

The Zoning Board approves a parking variance for the still-young Main Street restaurant.

[POLL] Do EG Schools Have Unfair Advantage?

A story in RI Future compares EGSD's investigation into getting iPads for all high schoolers with Central Falls' textbook deficit.

Henrikson Files New Suit Against Fire District, Firefighters Union

Kristin Henrikson works for the EGFD and is married to Fire Chief Peter Henrikson.

Fry Gets 40 Years, 20 to Serve in Prison

Convicted murderer Kimberly Fry was sentenced to 20 years in prison.

EG Rep. Watson Vindicated For Lone No Vote On 38 Studios Deal

The Republican was the only state legislator to vote against the deal to give Curt Schilling's now-faltering video game company a $75 million guaranteed loan in 2010.

EDC Head Resigns Following 38 Studios Controversy

Keith Stokes was head of the state Economic Development Corporation when it approved a $75 million guaranteed loan to the video game start up now in financial trouble.