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Assembly Approves 2014 State Budget
The Senate voted 32 to 6 Thursday to give final legislative approval to an $8.2 billion 2014 state budget bill that includes no tax or fee increases, contains numerous economic development initiatives,...
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2013 Graduates of Father John V. Doyle School
Father John V. Doyle School presents its 2013 graduates!On June 15, the following students became the newest alumni of Father John V. Doyle School and we wish them all the best!Gianna Amore, Gianna...
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Coventry Police Seek Owner of Recovered Dirt Bike
Coventry Police Detective Matthew Blair is attempting to locate the owner of a dirt bike that is believed to have been stolen, but not reported.The bike, a green Kawasaki KX125, was located in Western...
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Last Week At the General Assembly
Assembly approves 2014 state budgetBoth chambers of the General Assembly approved and sent to the governor an $8.2 billion 2014 state budget bill (
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Secretary of State Mollis Publishes Free Government Directory for Residents
Secretary of State A. Ralph Mollis is offering everyday Rhode Islanders a useful tool for connecting with local, state and federal officials. Released today, the 2013 edition of the "Rhode Island...
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Five Things, July 1: Vacation Time, Fireworks Donations and More
Editor on Vacation: The Financial Town Meeting is over, school is out, and the CCFD board election is behind us - which means that it's about time for me to hide my laptop and take some much-needed...
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Ocean State Job Lot Recalls Olives Due to Potential Health Danger
The Rhode Island Department of Health is asking consumers to not eat Mediterranean Olives: Calcidica Sweet (Brand: Bel Frantoio) sold at any Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL) stores. Ocean State Job Lot is...
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Bertha I. (LaJoie) Cormier-Cardilli, of Coventry, Dies at 71
Bertha I. (LaJoie) Cormier-Cardilli , 71, formerly of Coventry, died on Saturday, June 29, 2013, at Philip Hulitar Hospice Inpatient Center in Providence. She was the beloved companion of the late...
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New Washington Oak Principal Appointed by School Committee
During Tuesday's meeting of the Coventry School Committee, members approved the appointment of Don Cowart II as Principal at Washington Oak Elementary School for the 2013-2014 school year, effective...
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Sony's New Ultra HD TV (Sponsored)
Let's talk about the big picture. Better yet—the big, clear picture. If you're like me, a person who thinks the best reality show on TV is any sporting event, you'll want to get a look at the Sony XBR...
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Five Things, July 2: Summer Reading, Election Hearing and More
Editor on Vacation: The Financial Town Meeting is over, school is out, and the CCFD board election is behind us - which means that it's about time for me to hide my laptop and take some much-needed...
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RI Fiscal 2014 Budget Eliminates Sales Tax on Alcohol
As a result of the Fiscal Year 2014 state budget approved by the General Assembly this week, there will be no sales tax imposed on alcohol purchases beginning December 1 this year.Elimination of the...
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State Police to Increase Patrols for 4th of July Holiday
The following is public service announcement released on Friday by the Rhode Island State Police:Americans love to celebrate the Fourth of July with family and friends, but far too often excessive...
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Smurfs Help Us Make America Bluetiful (Sponsored)
Going green never looked so bluetiful. The Smurfs are spreading their message of harmony with nature by hitting the streets to clean up the planet during the "America the Bluetiful" campaign.To...
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Superior Court Judge Swears in CCFD Board of Directors
A Superior Court judge swore in the seven members elected to the Central Coventry Fire District Board of Directors on June 29 during a hearing in Providence on Tuesday morning.Stern applied staggered...
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Coventry Police Arrest Two in Crack Cocaine Bust
On June 12, 2013 at approximately 11:10 a.m., Coventry Police Detectives arrested two men possessing more than $2,500 worth of crack cocaine. The arrests took place off New London Turnpike just east of...
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Five Things, July 3: Community Garden Help, My Birthday and More
Best Day Ever! Ok, I might be biased BUT, I personally think that today is the best day ever because it is my birthday!!! (Actually, it's the second anniversary of my 25th birthday if you want to get...
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SOLD: 16 Coventy Properties Change Hands
Keep an eye on the local real estate market with Coventy Patch Real Estate listings. Each Wednesday, we list sales of homes in our town and surrounding areas.The sale
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Black Bear Possibly Sighted in Coventry, DEM Offers Tips on Co-Existing with...
Black bear sightings are increasing across Rhode Island and one resident reports a bear may have stumbled into Coventry.Over the past week, the Department of Environmental Management has received...
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What Was Your Worst Summer Job? (Sponsored)
We all know how sweet life is when you find the perfect summer job with decent hours and demanding but reasonable work. Whether you're cashiering or waiting tables for your summer gig, life's even...
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