City Avoids Appointment of Overseer, Moves Forward with Plan to Correct WED's Fiscal Problems

State Revenue Director suggests holding administrator pay if reporting deadlines are not met.

VIDEO: City Residents Talk with Congressman Cicilline

U.S. congressman speaks with Woonsocket residents about jobs, partisan politics and the economy.

Rep. Jon Brien Co-sponsors Bill to Reduce State Mandates for Cities, Towns

Rep. John Edwards says "... communities can no longer afford to overstretch their resources in order to comply with state mandates."

Baldelli Hunt Calls for Federal Investigation Into New State Contracts

Release: Woonsocket representative calls procedure for awarding state advertising contract "suspicious."

Cicilline Opens Woonsocket Congressional Office

Release: Mayor, City Council members welcome congressman to new office at City Hall.

Despite Deficit, City Audit Shows Positive Financial Strides

The Braver Group provides final audit of the City of Woonsocket for 2011.

Tax Sale Notices Sent to 1,100 Woonsocket Homes, Questions Overwhelm City Hall Phone System

New process for handling delinquencies results in errors, leaving many residents concerned over the holiday weekend.

Fitch Places Woonsocket Bonds on Negative Watch List

Financial rating company to wait for final 2011 audit report and state assessment to issue credit rating for the city.

You Can Still Mail Your Gift for Christmas

But you will have to do it with Express Mail and delivery is not guaranteed after today.

Commission Passes Redistricting Plans

District boundaries expanded past city limits despite objections.

Rabid Cat Confirmed in Smithfield

Those Who Might Have Had Contact with Animal Advised to Contact HEALTH for Evaluation.

Donoyan Submits Corrective Action Plan to Auditor General

Superintendent outlines six point plan to address FY 2011 deficit.

Education Board Elects Chair, Reorganizes Subcommittees

Outside fiscal experts are brought on to advise the Finance Subcommittee.

Congressman Seeks Unemployment Stories

Benefits for 2 million Americans to expire Dec. 31.

$2 Million of Education Deficit Said to be Rooted in Salaries

WED says that former employees are largely to blame for errors, overspending.

VIDEO: City of Woonsocket Inauguration Ceremony

A swearing in ceremony and address by the mayor are held at the Stadium Theatre.

Woonsocket Detective to Receive Prestigious Justice Award

Det. Daniel Turgeon is among 11 to be honored by state Attorney General.

Auditors Report $2.7 Million Deficit from Education

Finance Director says city is likely to receive lower bond rating and appointment of a financial overseer.

Locals Join Protest of Holiday Tree

Governor receives 3,600 calls over debate of what to call the tree at the Rhode Island Statehouse.

MLK Day Plans Include Creation of Colorful Memorial

City Council to vote on resolution authorizing project designed by RiverzEdge.

Governors File Petition to Reclassify Marijuana

Release: Governors ask USDEA to consider allowing marijuana to be prescribed for medical use.

Businesses Struggle to Meet Liquor License Requirements

Owners say the time investment, expense and constant repairs associated with doing business in Rhode Island make profits hard to come by.

Mayor, Councilman Hope to Restore Streetlights

Legislation to be voted on at the Dec. 5 meeting of the City Council.

Post Office Releases Important Holiday Mailing Dates

USPS issues release to help you get your packages mailed on time for the season.

Council to Vote on Authorizing Interjurisdictional Wastewater Agreements

Brien, Gendron argue that city residents should pay less for upgrades.

Update: General Assembly Passes Pension Reform

The state House of Representatives and Senate held full sessions today to consider a bill that will make significant changes to the state's retirement system.

School Board Votes to Continue Appeal on Budget Lawsuit

City Council-elect Marc Dubois casts deciding vote.

Rep. Jon D. Brien Co-authors Commentary on Pension Reform

Release: "Task Force: A Tale of Two Cities" advises state leaders to look at Michigan's successful pension policy reforms.

City Businesses Slow To Meet Liquor License Requirements

14 bars and restaurants have yet to schedule a fire inspection.

5 Things You Need To Know: The Council Edition

Five things that you should know from Monday night's City Council meeting.

Council Prepares to Welcome New Members

First meeting of the newly elected City Council to take place Dec. 19.

Council Preview: Nov 14 Meeting

A brief summary of the issues before the City Council for their Harris Hall meeting on Monday, Nov. 14.

Release: Mancieri Thanks Family and Supporters

City Council candidate vows to continue to advocate for Woonsocket.

Release: Hardy Thanks Voters for Support

School Committee candidate vows to run again in 2013.

Baldelli Hunt Proposes Pension Reform Amendment

Representative hopes to even the field for cities that contribute to Social Security.

Election Results: Moreau, Roberts Lead the Pack

Tuesday night tally from Board of Canvassers includes mail-in ballots.

Woonsocket Election Night Live Blog

Follow the latest election results as they come in.

A Slow Start for Woonsocket Voting

Most polling places report less than 200 voters.

Woonsocket 2011 Voters Guide

Everything you need to get out and vote today including who's running, a sample ballot and where to vote.

Release: Hardy Offers to Answer Voter Questions

Candidate explains objectives in School Committee bid.