Coventry High School JROTC Unit Celebrates 40th Anniversary
An afternoon ceremony commemorated the milestone with speakers, cake and a (very) airborne brief visit by a RI Air National Guard C-130.
View ArticleShould Toys ‘R’ Us Stop Separating ‘Boys’ and ‘Girls’ Toys?
Take a stroll through a local Toys “R” Us and you’ll see aisles clearly drawn with pink and blue. The boys’ toys drill and jab, girls' toys primp and clean. It feels familiar now, but in a decade, that...
View ArticleThis Weekend: Girl Scout Sign-Ups, Autumn Equinox Ceremony and More
Here are just a handful of ideas to kickstart your weekend planning.
View ArticleYour Guide: Girl Scouts of Rhode Island Registration
Everything you need to know about a specific local weekend event!
View ArticleRep. Chippendale Appointed to Gun Safety Task Force
Coventry Rep. Michael W. Chippendale was among the 20 individuals chosen to work towards better gun safety standards in Rhode Island.
View ArticleLouis CK Explains How to Fight Cyberbullying
The comedian says part of the problem can be solved by just not giving kids phones.
View ArticleBring the Homecoming Party Home With an Irresistible Spread
Article courtesy of AOL Homecoming is just around the corner, but rather than let your kids go out after the big game or school dance, entice them to stay in. All you need to do is provide an...
View ArticleFeatured Coventry Home of the Week: 250 Hope Furnace Road
This well-maintained home is situated on 4.4 acre lot, perfect for entertaining.
View ArticleFrance Hates Youth Beauty Pageants. Should We?
France wants to ban Honey Boo Boo-style pageants and crass child advertising. The former would never happen in the US, but the latter could.
View ArticleTurn Back Time With an Elegant Vintage Halloween Party
Article courtesy of AOLHalloween will be here before you know it, so now is the time to plan a great gathering—just for adults. But this year, do something different. Truly celebrate the time when the...
View ArticleCoventry Town Council Meeting Agenda, Sept. 23, 2013: Human Services Report,...
Take a look at the agenda items to be discussed at the Sept. 23 meeting of the Coventry Town Council, beginning at 7 p.m.
View ArticleCCFD Board Meeting Agenda - Sept. 24 2013: Tax Assessor Appointment, District...
The following items will be on the agenda at Wednesday's meeting, beginning at 7 p.m. at the Town Hall Annex on Flat River Road.
View ArticleCoventry School Committee Meeting Agenda, Sept. 24, 2013: Year-End Budget...
Take a look at the agenda items to be discussed at the Sept. 24 meeting of the Coventry School Committee, beginning at 7 p.m.
View ArticleSuperior Court Notice: CCFD Wage Payment Motion, Board Status Update
A status hearing for the Central Coventry Fire District will be held at 9:30 a.m. on Sept. 24 in Kent County Superior Court.
View ArticleMonday Essentials: Town, School & Fire Meetings, CHS Open House and More
Today is Monday, Sept. 23, 2013 and here are some things to know about the week ahead.
View ArticleWater Authority Issues Boil Advisory for Kent County Residents
KCWA announced the advisory late Sunday afternoon.
View ArticleHealth Department Guidelines For Dealing With KCWA Water Advisory
What you should and shouldn't do while the boil-water advisory is in place.
View ArticleCCFD Presents Financial Update Ahead of Coming Budget Meeting
Board members continue to research options to save the foundering fire district, and are planning several important presentations for taxpayers prior to next month's annual budget meeting.
View ArticleBig Chains in Town Move to Private Insurance Exchanges
With Obamacare looming, companies like Walgreens and Olive Garden are following the example of IBM and Time Warner.
View ArticleLife's Little Indulgences: How Much Are They Worth?
Spending a few bucks on a cup of coffee every day could sack your retirement plans — or not — depending on whom you believe.
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