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The Week in RI: Stink Over Landfill, Lost Toll Money

Monday, July 8:

Former Furniture Employee Charged with Embezzlement

Robert Snead of Warwick is accused of transferring $1,500 from a corporate card to his own personal checking account.

Police Chief Coyle Named Interim Town Manager

The 25-year veteran of the East Greenwich Police Department will serve on a temporary basis until a new town manager is found.

Tuesday, July 9:

Court Rules Town Must Enter Arbitration With Firefighters

The Rhode Island Supreme Court ruled that North Kingstown officials and union leaders must iron out their disagreement over 24-hour shifts through arbitration.

Wednesday, July 10:

Officials say Duct Tape, Broomsticks at Landfill Gas Collector was Safety Hazard

Mayor Joseph Polisena shut down Broadrock Renewables, the company charged with extracting noxious gases from the Central Landfill.

Liquor-Law Changes Get Go Ahead

The Barrington Town Council introduced amendments to two liquor ordinances that would impose tougher penalties on underage possession, among other steps.

Thursday, July 11:

RI Loses $13.5M Due to Toll Delay, Says RITBA Chairman

David Darlington, chairman of the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority, says the state will lose $13.5 million over nine months with the General Assembly's decision to start a 10-cent toll on the Sakonnet Bridge instead of the original plan for higher fees.

Judge Authorizes Cost-Saving CCFD Severance Agreement

Providence County Superior Court Judge Brian P. Stern approved a plan to merge two positions in the troubled Central Coventry Fire District, which could save up to $100,000.

Woonsocket Halts Bond Ratings Spiral Following Supplemental Tax Progress

"This week the free-fall stopped," Woonsocket Finance Director Thomas Bruce said after Fitch boosted Woonsocket's financial outlook to stable.

Friday, July 12:

Chafee Signs Bill Bringing Bryant to Table With Smithfield On Payments in Lieu of Taxes

The town of Smithfield will be able to charge Bryant University for rescue and police services under the law.

No Criminal Charges in 'Hindered' Investigation of Police Chief's Leave

Rhode Island State Police decided not to file charges against two East Providence City Councilors who were suspected of being involved with the city manager's decision to place the police chief on leave — but Lt. Col. Michael Winquist said the two councilors didn't cooperate in the investigation.


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