Updates
Breaking news and important local events.
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Blackstone Semiquincentennial Celebration: Join the Planning!
Blackstone Semiquincentennial: Your Chance to Shape History On July 4, 2026, our nation will mark a once-in-a-lifetime milestone—the 250th anniversary…
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Blackstone’s Lisa Cheever Named CWMARS President
Behind the Books: Blackstone Library Director Lisa Cheever Steps into Regional Leadership Role Most library visitors don’t think twice about…
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BMR Marching Band Home Show at North Smithfield High School
The Blackstone Millville Regional Marching Band has found its stage. Thanks to remarkable community cooperation, the annual BMR Marching Band…
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Don’t Miss the First-Ever Blackstone Summer Celebration
Blackstone Summer Celebration Debuts August 24 at Roosevelt Park The first-ever Blackstone Summer Celebration is set for Sunday, August 24,…
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West Nile Virus Detected Locally: Millville Sample Confirms Presence
West Nile Virus Found Twice in Millville Mosquito Sample: What It Means for Local Residents Millville has now had two…
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Blackstone Trash and Recycling Bins Arrive Early — Use Them Now
New Blackstone Trash and Recycling Bins Rolling Out Ahead of Schedule If you’ve spotted large, shiny new totes in driveways…
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Blackstone Household Hazardous Waste Day Set for August 9
Blackstone Household Hazardous Waste Day is officially scheduled for Saturday, August 9, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at…
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Pack A Bus School Supply Drive Is Back: How to Donate This Week
Pack A Bus School Supply Drive Supports Local Students The Pack A Bus school supply drive is officially underway at…
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2025 Champions of the Blackstone Awards: Recognize a Local Changemaker
Nominate a Local Hero: 2025 Champions of the Blackstone Awards Now Open Nominations are now being accepted for the 2025…
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Tiziana Milano Introduced as Blackstone Senior Center Director
At the July 22 Board of Selectmen meeting, Blackstone officially introduced Tiziana Milano as the town’s new Senior Center Director.…
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