Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Data

The Providence County unemployment rate improved recently, according to the newest figures.

Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Figures

The Providence County unemployment rate improved somewhat, according to the newest figures.

Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases In September: Feds

The Providence County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Worsens In August: Feds

The Providence County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the late summer.

Rental Arrears On Rise In Providence County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Providence County rental households are behind on rents as of early August, according to a new analysis.

Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In July: Feds

The Providence County unemployment rate worsened slightly during the summer.

Cox Reminds Central Falls Residents Of $50 Broadband Benefit

A federal program helps eligible families with their internet bills during the pandemic.

Central Falls-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

But national figures point to a rebound when local data for July becomes available next month.

Providence County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated Central Falls residents.

Central Falls Tennis To Displace Basketball Courts: Some Miffed

Opponents of the new grant-funded tennis courts showed up at Tuesday's ribbon-cutting and said the community was not consulted.

Central Falls To Cut Ribbon On New Tennis Courts

With new courts and expert instruction, inner-city youth will be exposed to the game, said Mayor Maria Rivera.

'A Time Bomb Ticking': See Rental Arrears In Providence County

Many in the Central Falls area behind on rent. A national eviction moratorium is set to expire Saturday.

Central Falls To Reinstate Mask Requirement In City Buildings

"We need to take these next few weeks very seriously," said Mayor Maria Rivera.

Central Falls Residents Asked For Input On Stimulus Spending

A Town Hall Meeting is set for July 20 at 6:30 p.m., Mayor Maria Rivera announced.

James Diossa Appointed To Trustee Role By President Joe Biden

The former Central Falls mayor has been nominated to the James Madison Memorial Fellowship Foundation, an entity established by Congress.

Colombian Independence Day Celebration On Tap At RI State House

Five lawmakers from Pawtucket and Central Falls — all of Colombian descent — will host the 211th Colombian Independence Day celebration.

Central Falls Area Unemployment Improves: Feds

The unemployment rate in Providence County is higher than the Rhode Island average.

Pols Celebrate Launch Of Free Kayaking For Central Falls Kids

The Blackstone River cuts a swath of green-blue habitat alongside this small, dense, Rhode Island city.

New High School For Central Falls On RI State House Agenda

Legislation would authorize $120 in bonding to build a new high school, and Central Falls would borrow $5.76 million of that amount.

Providence County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

Here is how the Central Falls area is doing in the race to vaccinate its population.

Unemployment Decreases In Central Falls Area: Feds

Providence County's unemployment rate is higher than the Rhode Island average.

Central Falls Mayor: Undocumented Kids Need Health Care

Mayor Maria Rivera said she supports legislation that would let all low-income children qualify for the state's Medicaid program.

Central Falls Seeks To Hire City Lawyers; Health Ambassadors

Two city solicitors will deal with housing and nuisance properties. Public health ambassadors will work directly with the community.

Central Falls & Pawtucket Vow To Promote A Nonviolent Summer

Workers with the Nonviolence Institute will establish relationships with at-risk youth, and a summer program for young people is afoot.

Central Falls To Host Employment & Resource Fair For Teens

Graduating seniors will be connected to pathways and opportunities for life after graduation, said Mayor Maria Rivera.

Bills To Close Wyatt Detention Facility Get RI Senate Hearing

Legislation by Sen. Jonathon Acosta aims to close the public-private federal prison in Central Falls.

Broadband Speed In Central Falls Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

More than 150 million Americans don’t use the internet at broadband speeds. See how the Central Falls area compares.

Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera: No New Taxes In 2022 Budget

The first-term mayor promised transparency and engagement while outlining a vision for post-pandemic recovery and growth.

Central Falls Mayor To Deliver FY2022 Budget Speech Tonight

Mayor Maria Rivera will address the City Council and the public on Facebook Live at 5:30 p.m. on May 10.

Central Falls Zoning Board Dinged For Not Posting Minutes

The board delayed posting its minutes as required by state law, and Western Oil, Inc. filed a complaint with the RI Attorney General.

Biden's DOJ Drops ICE-Related Legal Battle With Central Falls

Providence and CF are sanctuary cities. They fought a Trump-era edict that made recipients of a federal policing grant cooperate with ICE.

Former Central Falls Senator Fined For Campaign Cash Violations

Democrat Elizabeth "Betty" Crowley, who represented District 16 (Pawtucket/Central Falls), has been fined $6K by the RI Board of Elections.

Rep. Williams: Why No State Tree Give-Away In R.I. Cities?

A Providence state rep says it's great that RIDEM is distributing trees, but questions why they can't be picked up in Rhode Island cities.

Federal Taxes In Providence County: How Do Yours Compare?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Providence County.

Report: Central Falls To Pay $90K To Settle Dispatcher's Lawsuit

A woman alleged crude sexual harassment in the police department under former chief James Mendonca and former Mayor James Diossa.

Central Falls Lawmaker's Bid To Nix Senate Dress Code Falls Short

'I was not elected to wear a tie or wear a blazer in order to legislate,' said Sen. Jonathon Acosta, who charged racial bias in the rule.

Former Central Falls Mayor James Diossa Finalist For Lt. Governor

The office of Gov. Dan McKee has announced five finalists for the second-in-command position.

Dr. Nelken Honored; Central Falls Women's Hall Of Fame Launched

Healthcare hero Dr. Beata Nelken was given a 'key to the city' by Mayor Rivera to honor International Women's Day.

Groundwork RI Launches EPA Green Jobs Training For Central Falls

Brownfields remediation and environmental job training is now offered to adults in Providence, Pawtucket, Woonsocket, and Central Falls.