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Erin, a lifelong resident of South County, has been passionate about writing and photography since her days at North Kingstown High School's studen newspaper, "The Current Wave."

She recently graduated from the University of Rhode Island with bachelor's degrees in both journalism and public relations. She has written and contributed to several local magazines and newspapers including The Jamestown Press, The North East Independent and South County Living Magazine, among others. Over the years her writing has focused on topics ranging from fashion trends to State House politics.

You can contact Erin Tiernan via e-mail at erinvtiernan@gmail.com or by phone at 401-835-4105.

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District Court Logs: Feb. 2

Several defendants went before the judge in Fourth Division District Court today.

District Court Logs: Feb. 2
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Redistricting: Senate Districts Break Up SK

The state General Assembly passed redistricting legislation on Wednesday that divides SK's senatorial districts and shifts boundaries in the House.

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Schools To Receive More In State Aid

South Kingstown Schools are expecting a bigger check from the state Department of Education than originally projected, which will lower its need for more tax dollars from the town and help the district hire two positions.

Schools To Receive More In State Aid
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Green Hill Man Arrested On Drug, Gun Charges

South Kingstown Police arrested an Alder Road man on Monday who was allegedly growing and selling marijuana in his home.

Green Hill Man Arrested On Drug, Gun Charges
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Police Log: Serial Shoplifter

The following reports were provided by the South Kingstown Police Department and describe their actions from Monday, Jan. 30 through the early morning hours of Wednesday, Feb. 1. These reports do not indicate a conviction.

Police Log: Serial Shoplifter
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Blaze Destroys Kingston Home

A Marion Road home was badly damaged during a midnight blaze. Residents escaped uninjured.

Blaze Destroys Kingston Home
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Wakefield Woman Leader In RI State Police

Capt. Karen Pinch, of Wakefield, became the highest ranking woman in RI State Police history when she was promoted earlier this month.

Wakefield Woman Leader In RI State Police
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Cha-Ching! Cash Mob Invades Jennifer's Chocolates

Jennifer's Chocolates on Robinson Street saw almost four times the business it sees most days thanks to Monday's enthusiastic cash mob shoppers.

Cha-Ching! Cash Mob Invades Jennifer's Chocolates
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Police Log: Would You Like Fries With That?

The following reports were provided by the South Kingstown Police Department and describe their actions from Friday, Jan. 27 through the early morning hours of Monday, Jan. 30. These reports do not indicate a conviction.

Police Log: Would You Like Fries With That?
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Sold!

A roundup of property sales in South Kingstown over the past week.

Sold!
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Business Bits: SK Sees Modest Growth In New Businesses In 2011

Year end data released on Monday by the Office of the Secretary of State says 80 new businesses - including contractors, consultants and restaurants - started up in South Kingstown in 2011.

Business Bits: SK Sees Modest Growth In New Businesses In 2011
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House Hunt: Open Houses In SK

A roundup of the top open houses to check out this weekend in South Kingstown.

House Hunt: Open Houses In SK
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Pet Of The Week: Tigger and Daisy

Find your new friend - or friends - from the Animal Rescue League of Southern Rhode Island.

Pet Of The Week: Tigger and Daisy
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Police Log: Not A Laughing Matter

The following reports were provided by the South Kingstown Police Department and describe their actions from Monday, Jan. 23 through the early morning hours of Friday, Jan. 27. These reports do not indicate a conviction.

Police Log: Not A Laughing Matter