Archive - Oct 2011
October 18th
ALTON - The issue of public safety is not taken lightly by the people of Richmond.
Just ask Michael Pennacchia, resident of Bucknam Road in Alton. Pennacchia recently started a petition, signed by the vast majority of his neighbors, asking the town to do something that he believes will be the best interest of public safety in his quiet, rural neighborhood.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
October 17th
By MARTHA SMITH
Special to the Standard
NORTH KINGSTOWN – Robert Benner, 23, who once considered a career in law because he enjoys “the philosophical aspects” became, instead, a third-degree black belt martial artist using philosophy to shape and mold little kids.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
HOPKINTON - The Rhode Island Welcome Center, which sits on the northbound side of Route 95 in between Exits 2 and 3, was officially closed on Thursday, Sept. 29.
According to a letter from Rhode Island Economic Development Corp. (RIEDC) Executive Director Keith Stokes to both the Rhode Island Senate and House of Representatives, the Welcome Center was closed because of funding shortages and a decreasing number of visitors
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
October 16th
By MARTHA SMITH
Special to the Standard
EXETER – Drivers traveling on Ten Rod Road last Thursday were treated to an amazing site: the entire exterior of the historic Chestnut Hill Baptist Church’s belfry had been taken down, leaving behind a skeleton made of tree trunks surrounding an ancient bell.
As contractors from Keach Framing removed the last remnants – dealt a death blow by Tropical Storm Irene – church members working on the ground put the finishing touches on the new louvers they’d built to create a crown for the venerable meeting house.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
October 15th
By MARTHA SMITH
Special to the Standard
NORTH KINGSTOWN – The atmosphere in the Aloxi salon on Boston Neck Road is typically raucous. Women – and some brave men – will understand what I mean.
The three beauty professionals who are fluffing, buffing, curling, coloring and snipping are also joking, teasing and sharing the kind of banter only found in such an environment where secrets are shared and news travels faster than CNN.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
October 14th
By MARTHA SMITH
Special to the Standard
NORTH KINGSTOWN – It was with a bittersweet mix of sadness and warm memories that I learned of the passing of Archie MacLaughlin, 88, longtime resident caretaker – with his wife, Elizabeth – of Casey Farm.
They had celebrated their 65th wedding anniversary this past April.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – The town of South Kingstown is taking steps to be healthier as it partners with the South County YMCA and engages in the new Healthy Places By Design Program with the community.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – The teachers of South Kingstown believe the district is in danger of falling backwards, becoming less high performing and losing its respect in the state. They expressed that fear seven weeks ago on Aug. 30 with a vote of no confidence against the leadership of their boss, blaming the Superintendent of Schools Dr. Kristen Stringfellow for their worries.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
Inside today's paper, the long wait is finally over. Find out exactly what has gotten South Kingstown teachers so upset with Superintendent Dr. Kristien Stringfellow.
Also, South Kingstown Police have been very busy this week, dealing with a High Street resident who was held at gun point in his own home and the vandalism of gas tanks at Seaview Marketplace in Matunuck.
We also have a story about the unveiling of a new art mural at the University of Rhode Island by Depression-era artist Gino Conti.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
WOOD RIVER JUNCTION - The library at Chariho High school is a place where students can work and study to help further their education. However, on Thursday night, October 6, it was a place where their parents could educate themselves on the issues that affect their children in school.
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Southern Rhode Island Newspapers
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