North Smithfield Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

There are a record number of job openings in the U.S. labor market; Providence County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Father's Day Surprise: Share Photo On North Smithfield Patch

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

Town Of North Smithfield: Memorial Day Parade

Monday, May 31, 2021 @ 10:30 A.M.

North Smithfield Police Arrest 3 In School Vandalism Case

Two women and a juvenile are accused of vandalizing the former Halliwell School.

North Smithfield: Portion Of Rt. 104 To Be Closed Friday Night

Route 104 at the Route 146 overpass will be closed for installation of new beams for the structurally deficient Farnum Pike Bridge.

The Digital Divide: How North Smithfield Area Compares In Internet Usage

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

Salute Your 2021 Graduate On North Smithfield Patch

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

Fair Market Rent Rates In North Smithfield Area

Single-family homes have seen the largest rent increases. See how rent changed in the North Smithfield area.

North Smithfield Public Schools: Superintendent Update 5/7/2021

Dear North Smithfield Families,

Town Of North Smithfield: Town Wide Yard Sale

Town Wide Yard Sale to Benefit the North Smithfield Food Pantry

EPA Announces Groundwater Cleanup Plan For N. Smithfield Landfill

The plan is expected to take several years and cost $11.7 million.

Providence County Coronavirus Vaccination Rates

This is how the North Smithfield area compares to Rhode Island for coronavirus vaccinations.

Mother’s Day: Share Your Dearest Photo On North Smithfield Patch

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

FAFSA Completions Down In RI: How North Smithfield Area Schools Compare

See how college aid applications changed for North Smithfield area high schools.

Rustic Drive-In Theater On Rt. 146 Opens For Season On Friday

North Smithfield's Rustic Tri-View, with its 3 large screens, is Rhode Island's only drive-in movie theater.

Police: N. Smithfield Walmart Worker Assaulted Over Mask Request

Police say a Woonsocket man assaulted a young Walmart worker after the teen asked him to have his child wear a face mask.

Town Of North Smithfield: Blackstone Water Customers

Water main flushing

North Smithfield Trucking Firm Settles With EPA For $315K

N&D Transportation was accused of violating chemical accident safety laws.

Update: Hospital Capacity In North Smithfield Area

Here are updated figures on which hospitals are nearing capacity in Providence County.

Town Of North Smithfield: Revaluation

Revaluation Process begins 4/19/2021

Home Prices In North Smithfield Area Increased In Past Year: See How Much

Home prices are expected to stay elevated for the near future. They have increased in Providence County area.

Town Of North Smithfield: Restore North Smithfield

Volunteers Invited

Providence County Coronavirus Vaccination, Cases: Latest Info

Here is how the North Smithfield area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Federal Tax Refunds In Providence County: How Do Yours Compare?

Compare your federal tax payments and refunds to state and national averages.

Coronavirus Cases Down In North Smithfield Area As Vaccinations Increase

Here is how Rhode Island is doing compared to other states in the race to vaccinate residents.

North Smithfield Rt. 146 Bridge To Come Down; Detours Announced

RIDOT is replacing the Farnum Pike Bridge, and the southbound onramp from Rt. 104 will be closed for about six months.

In North Smithfield Area, Share Of College Grads Rises

The percentage of residents holding four-year or higher degrees has been growing in the U.S. Here's how it’s changed in Providence County.

Cake: North Smithfield 150th Anniversary Celebration Planned

North Smithfield was incorporated in 1871, and the town invites residents to enjoy cake together on March 24 at 7 p.m.

North Smithfield Stop & Shop Offers Johnson & Johnson COVID Shot

More than a dozen Stop & Shop locations across Rhode Island have been authorized to administer COVID-19 vaccinations.

$1 Million Lottery Ticket Sold In North Smithfield To Expire

The Mega Millions ticket was purchased at Season's Corner Market on March 14 in 2020 and the winning number was drawn on St. Patrick's Day.

North Smithfield Area Bankruptcy Filings Slowed Amid Pandemic Last Year

Bankruptcy filings were down in Providence County last year, but experts expect them to surge in coming years.

Pair Sold Narcotics From North Smithfield Motel Room: Police

Antonio Freitas and Laura Heinzmann were arrested at a Sunoco station and charged with selling drugs from the Traveler's Motor Lodge.

North Smithfield Public Schools: Superintendent Update 3/9/2021

Dear North Smithfield Families,

Hospital Capacity In North Smithfield Area: Update

Here's how the waning coronavirus pandemic is affecting hospitals in Providence County.

Town Of North Smithfield: North Smithfield Police Department

2021 Police Officer Recruitment

How Reliable Is Your Rhode Island Power Provider?

See how well the utility provider for the North Smithfield area and across RI serves their customers.

How Close Are North Smithfield Area Hospitals To Capacity? Weekly Update

Here's how the waning coronavirus epidemic is affecting hospital capacity in Providence County and across RI.

Weekly Update: How Coronavirus Is Affecting One North Smithfield Area Nursing Home

The federal government is tracking the decline of COVID-19 cases in nursing homes, including in the North Smithfield area.