Mumford Falls Short: No Primary For School Committee

Board of Canvassers announces that October primary voters will be selecting City Council candidates.

Primary Likely For School Committee and City Council, Fontaine to Run Unopposed

12 School Committee and 15 City Council candidates return papers to the Woonsocket Board of Canvassers.

Roberts Aims To Bring Business Savvy To School Board

Woonsocket School Committee candidate Christopher Roberts explains objectives in running for office.

Taxpayers Help City Find Extra Revenue

Synagro Northeast to receive tangible property assessment in December of 2011.

Five Things You Need To Know Today: Sept. 19, 2011

Today is Monday Sept. 19, 2011. Here are five things you need to know.

Gov. Chafee Signs Renewable Energy Laws [VIDEO]

Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee held a press conference with state leaders at Sandywoods Farm in Tiverton on Thursday to sign four renewable energy bills into law, as well as to see the construction of a wind turbine on site.

Energy Upgrades To Begin At City Buildings

Federal grant expected to result in significant savings in energy costs.

New Financial Controls Improve Fiscal Security At City Hall

The arrest of a city treasury clerk was the result of improved programs and methods to minimize the risk of fraud.

City Treasury Clerk Arrested For Fraud

City Officials allege Michelle Giguere stole up to $7,000 from City Treasury office.

5 Things You Need To Know Today: September 9

The French Heritage Festival, Ghost Hunters, Constitution Day and more in today's five things you need to know.

Deadline Approaches For Voters To Register For City Primary

Nomination papers must be submitted by 11 or more candidates for School Committee, or 15 or more candidates for City Council to trigger Oct. 11 election.

SBA Tours State To Assess Irene Damages

Home and business owners should dial 2-1-1 to request assessments.

Council Says 'Not Now' To Accreditation Manager For Woonsocket Police

Plan to convert Radio Technician position into Accreditation/Grant Manager position is turned down by City Council.

City Council Preview: September 6, 2011

A brief summary of the issues before the City Council for their Harris Hall meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 6.

5 Things You Need To Know Today: September 3

Holiday trash delay, Buddy hits The Stadium, a statewide video contest for schools and more are in today's Five Things You Need to Know.

Woonsocket EMA Releases Post-Irene Update

An update on power outages and clean-up efforts provided by Woonsocket Emergency Management Agency.

VIDEO: Take an Aerial Tour of RI

Two Army Blackhawk helicopters gave state officials and media members a bird's eye view of Rhode Island following Tropical Storm Irene.

Hardy Explains Reasons For Committee Bid

Newcomer Jeff Hardy, a potential candidate for School Committee, wants to see more collaboration with state representatives.

Declaration Period Closed, Menard To Run For Mayor

A full list of candidates has been released by the Board of Canvassers.

3,000 Plus Still Without Power

Although some areas of the city have been restored, two days after the storm many residents remain in the dark.

Mayor, Fire Chief Weigh In On Damages

Only minor damages and visits from National Grid remain one day after the storm.

City Continues Clean-up While Many Wait In The Dark

Woonsocket still recovering from Sunday morning's tropical storm.

RIDOT: Be Careful During The Morning Commute

Many traffic signals offline due to storm.

Update: Cancellations Abound As Irene Approaches

A storm update and list of cancellations for the Woonsocket area.

Woonsocket EMA Announces Emergency Shelter

48-hour notice from Woonsocket Emergency Services includes storm update, shelter information.

Two Candidates Come Forward For Seats On School Committee

One more candidate added to list for CIty Council.

City Council List Grows, But No Competition For Mayor, School Committee

With just three days left for filing, Woonsocket has one candidate for mayor and two candidates running for five open spots on the School Committee.

General: Hurricane 'Not a Question Of If, But When'

Woonsocket Emergency Management Agency is coordinating the city's response and hurricane updates will be posted regularly.

Irene Moves Closer: Update From Local EMA

Hurricane Irene predicted to arrive later than anticipated, and bring more wind, less rain.

Woonsocket EMA, RIEMA Issue Hurricane Warnings

As Irene approaches, local and state officials issue warnings, call for planning.

Hurricane Irene Now Setting Sights on RI, NWS Says May Be Stronger Than Expected

Initial computer models this week showed Hurricane Irene making landfall in the Carolinas and breaking apart afterwards. More recent models show Irene heading our way.

Recent Woonsocket Graduate Brings Leadership Lessons Back to Community

Brittney Keophoxay is building a leadership resume, and getting to work right at home.

This Week In City Government: August 22-28, 2011

Upcoming meetings and agendas for the city of Woonsocket.

I-95 Exit Closures To Begin Tonight

Exits in East Greenwich, West Greenwich and West Warwick, to be closed during evening through October for resurfacing.

Labrecque To Run For City Council

Candidate announces second run for a seat on the council in the November 2011 election.

5 Things You Need To Know Today: August 16

Freshman Orientation, a meeting on creation of a National Park, FRCA Blood Drive and more are included in today's five things you need to know.

Ward Addresses Raimondo, State Leaders at Pension Meeting in Warwick

Council president recommends setting a retirement age for public safety workers and determining amount of pension based on average career salary.

Charter Changes Up For Vote In November's Election

The Woonsocket City Council approves four potential Home Rule Charter changes to be placed on the ballot in the November 2011 election.

Schneck Says He Will Not Seek Re-election

After nearly a decade on the Woonsocket City Council, Councilman William Schneck announces that he will not be running in the November 2011 election.

Rust Flushing To Begin This Fall

Public Works Director Sheila McGauvran confirmed on Tuesday that the preliminary work for flushing rust from the city's water pipes has begun and the actual process will start in mid to late fall. Previously the pipe's had not been flushed in a decade