West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Improves: Latest Update

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

West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: New Update

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

West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Decreases: Latest Data

The Kent County unemployment rate improved somewhat as fall approached.

West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Steady: Latest Data

The Kent County unemployment rate stayed the same during the late summer.

Rental Arrears On Rise In Kent County: Analysis

More than 1 out of every 10 Kent County rental households are in arrears as of early August, according to a new analysis.

West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Decreased In July: Feds

The Kent County unemployment rate improved somewhat during the summer.

MedRecycler-RI Appeals Medical Waste Permit Denial

Proponents of a waste-to-energy plant in West Warwick claim that RIDEM bowed to political pressure.

McKee Signs Bill To Prevent High-Heat Medical Waste Plants

Rep. Justine Caldwell and Sen. Bridget Valverde, who sponsored the bill, joined McKee for the signing ceremony.

West Warwick-Area Unemployment Rate Increased In June: Feds

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

Kent County Coronavirus Transmission 'Substantial': CDC

The CDC recommends indoor public mask use for vaccinated and unvaccinated West Warwick residents.

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

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

MedRecycler-RI CEO 'Considering Legal Options' Over Permit Denial

Nicholas Campanella said a DEM decision to block his medical waste pyrolysis plant is indicative of Rhode Island's poor business climate.

RIDEM Denies License For Medical Waste Plant In West Warwick

MedRecycler-RI would process up to 70 tons of medical waste per day in a high-heat environment.

West Warwick Area Unemployment Worsens: Feds

The unemployment rate in Kent County increased recently.

Tax Credits For West Warwick Development on R.I. Commerce Agenda

Arctic Mill Realty Partners, LLC, seeks incentives under the Rebuild Rhode Island Tax Credit program.

Kent County Ahead Of Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the West Warwick area compares to Rhode Island and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

RI Senate OKs Bill To Continue Takeout Cocktails Post-Pendemic

West Warwick Sen. Hanna Gallo said restaurants have taken a beating and need all the help they can get.

West Warwick Area Unemployment Decreases: Feds

Kent County's unemployment rate decreased recently.

Col. Mark Knott Up For Confirmation As West Warwick Town Manager

Knott, the town's police chief, has been nominated to a combined Town Manager/Director of Public Safety role.

Broadband Speed In West Warwick 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 West Warwick area compares.

RI Lawmakers Rally For Ban On High-Heat Waste Processing Plants

It's not clear if the High Heat Waste Facilities Act of 2021 would be able to stop the MedRecycler plant planned in Kent County.

MedRecycler Foes Plan State House Rally Ahead Of Senate Hearing

Legislators have introduced bills that would ban solid waste incinerators and other high-heat waste processing facilities in the state.

Dueling Op-Eds Posted on MedRecycler Pyrolysis Plant

A plan to build a medical waste pyrolysis plant near the West Warwick-East Greenwich line has generated intense controversy.

Neronha to RIDEM: Hold MedRecycler's Feet To The Fire

The pyrolysis plant planned for West Warwick near the East Greenwich line would process 70 tons of medical waste per day.

RI Bill By Rep. Serpa Would Allow Medical Marijuana For Pets

The West Warwick Democrat says animals need pain relief, too — but a veterinary group says the THC in cannabis is 'highly toxic to dogs.'

Op-Ed: Lawmakers Tout Watchdog Role Of House Oversight Committee

The panel will continue to hold feet to the flames and oversee state agencies, Reps. Patricia A. Serpa and Julie A. Casimiro say.

Bill To Ban Waste-Burning Plants Up For RI State House Hearing

The bill would ban facilities such as the medical waste pyrolysis plant planned for West Warwick near the East Greenwich border.

Federal Taxes In Kent County: How Do Yours Compare?

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

Kent County Residents Slam MedRecycle Proposal In DEM Zoom Call

Most speakers at a lengthy public hearing said the pyrolysis plant proposed for the West Warwick-East Greenwich line should not be built.

RIDEM Hearing On Medical Waste Plant In West Warwick: How To Join

The March 15 hearing on the Medrecycler-RI pyrolysis plant can be accessed via Zoom or telephone. Comments may also be mailed to RIDEM.

Sen. Gallo Bill To Require Civics Education Passes RI Senate

The principles of democracy, government, and the rights and duties of citizenship are an essential part of the curriculum, sponsors say.

West Warwick Medical Waste Pyrolysis Plant Up For Public Hearing

The waste-to-energy project planned for 1600 Division Rd. has already received an air pollution permit from RIDEM.