Parole Board Reviews Killer's Release, Lawmaker Proposes 30 Year Minimum For Murder

Alfred Brissette, convicted of 1999 thrill killing of Jeanette Descoteaux, may be paroled 22 years early.

Thursday Five: Valuation Hearings, Express, Receive, Calendar

Good morning, Woonsocket - here are a few things to know today:

Patrick McGee Named Curriculum Director For Woonsocket Schools

New director must earn state curriculum certification within six months.

Monday Five: Council, Giving Tree, Polar Express, Sun

Welcome to Monday, and get ready for some things to know:

Thanksgiving Day Five: What's Closed, History Brief, Yard Waste Pickup Catching Up

Happy Thanksgiving, Woonsocket - here are some things to know:

Tuesday Five: Brief School Committee, Express, Diner, Coat Weather

We're another day closer to Turkey time - here are some more things to know:

DOT: Delays Expected Sunday On Rte. 295 During Work For New Traffic Pattern

Workers to set up new traffic pattern between exits 9 and 10.

Finally Friday: Polar Express, Shredding, Station Roof, Diner

Break out your calendar, or bring it up on your smart phone — there are things to know.

Voters Agree To Switch School Committee From Elected To Appointed

New members will get nominated by mayor, approved by City Council in November.

Woonsocket's Voters Backed Obama By 64 Percent

Woonsocket Patch asked voters who they supported for president, and why.

GALLERY: Woonsocket Honors Veterans At Museum of Work And Culture

About 120 people showed for ceremonies including speeches, narrated flag folding, singers, stories and poems.

Budget Commission Considers Taxing Non-Profit Properties

Decision on sending letters to non-profit groups tabled for discussion Nov. 27.

Health Department Schedules Vaccination Clinics

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

Veterans Day Ceremonies Planned For Sunday, Monday

United Veterans Council of Woonsocket celebrating Sunday at WWII Park, Museum of Work and Culture plans War of 1812 themed Monday ceremony.

Friday Five: Toys, Books, Diner, Calendar, Things

Check out these things to know before the weekend starts.

Packed At The Polls: Eager Voters Kept Canvassers Busy Tuesday

Turnout tally at 48 percent with mail-in ballots still uncounted.

Thursday Five: Rain, Budget Commission, Diner, Marvels

It's Thursday - here are some things to know:

First Sandy, Now... Snowy?

The National Weather Service is forecasting the chance of snow this afternoon into tomorrow, with no major accumulations.

Woonsocket Election 2012: Candidates Weigh In

Local representatives give their thoughts on voters' wishes, thank people for voting.

Wednesday Five: Casey, Obama, Dino Tracks, Calendar

Here's hoping you weren't up all night watching elections, and some things to know:

Third RI Meningitis Case Linked To Ocean State Pain Management

Facility with offices in Woonsocket and East Greenwich linked to three RI cases of disease.

Preliminary Results: Casey Wins Dist. 50 Race Against Jon Brien

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

City Council Holding Public Hearing On Pitbull Ordinance Tonight

Police, animal control officials say ordinance would be a good first step.

Not Registered? You Can Vote For Prez/VP (Only!)

Rhode Island state law allows people who have not registered to vote to cast a ballot for the top office at City Hall

Where Is Your Polling Place?

Here's where to find the info you need if you're voting in Woonsocket tomorrow.

Second Woman Gets Meningitis From Injection At Ocean State Pain Management of Woonsocket

New patient hospitalized after contaminated steroid shot linked to national outbreak.

Thursday: Autumnfest Button, Costumes, Zoning, Calendar, Things

Check your drawers and pockets for the winning Autumnfest Button, and check out these things to know:

Hurricane Sandy Passes Through Woonsocket With Little Damage Done

Most customers' power restored, three downed trees, four downed wires.

Wednesday Five: Halloween, Trash, Calendar, Contests

May you boast a bountiful Halloween haul, and check these things to know:

Woman Gets Meningitis From Injection At Ocean State Pain Management of Woonsocket

Patient hospitalized after contaminated steroid shot linked to national outbreak.

Tuesday Five: Power, Trash, Zoning, Contests

Welcome to the tail end of the Hurricane. Here are some things to know:

Woonsocket Girds For Hurricane Sandy

Light traffic and gusty winds as storm moves toward city.

Woonsocket EMA Opening Shelter At Cumberland High School As Hurricane Sandy Nears

Officials: City's biggest concern from storm will be winds, power outages. Shelter will open today at 5 p.m.

UPDATE: Woonsocket Public Schools Canceled After Chafee Declares State of Emergency

Gov. Lincoln Chafee issued declaration at a press conference Sunday at noon, Superintendent Giovanna Donoyan canceled school at 1:30 p.m.

Board Of Canvassers, Rep. Jon Brien Spar Over Write-In Instructions

Canvassers: Asking write-in voters to print Brien's first name won't work.

Woonsocket, Roger Williams University To Focus Students On Reviving Main Street

RIEDC pilot program creates courses in revitalizing urban communities.

Do You Support Building a New Veterans Home?

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

Special Counsel: Casey's Candidacy Does Not Violate Hatch Act

Letter sent to Democratic Dist. 50 Candidate Stephen Casey dispels write-in opponent's claim of invalid candidacy.

Thursday: $100 Prize, Budget Commission, Calendar, Contests, Things

Happy Thursday, and welcome to today's five things to know:

Wednesday Five: Matthew Center, Pasta Dinner, Venture, Stories

Welcome to the middle of the week - here are some things to keep in mind.