Community Notices - Town of North Providence, Rhode Island

Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank Awards $320,000 to North Providence for Residential Lead Line Upgrades

December 10, 2025 by North Providence Communications

Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank Awards
$320,000 to North Providence for Residential Lead Line Upgrades
(North Providence, RI, December, 2025)

Mayor Charles Lombardi announced today that the Town of North Providence will be able to continue its successful “Remove/Replace the Whole Lead Pipe Program” with a $320,000.00 award from the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank through the Water Infrastructure Improvement for the Nation (WIIN) Act . Funding will allow for approximately 70 additional homes to be serviced, this time in the Marieville neighborhood of North Providence.

Mayor Lombardi praised the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank for their consistent recognition and support of this project – the first of its kind in New England to creatively mobilize private and public resources via a coalition which Mayor Lombardi convened in 2016. Due largely to last year’s award from the RI Infrastructure Bank, North Providence was able to upgrade 134 private side residential properties, with Providence Water authorizing 69 public side water line replacements in the Fruit Hill, Geneva, Lymansville, Allendale, and Centerdale neighborhoods of North Providence, for a total of 134 lead lines upgraded in 2025.

Lombardi began working with EPA Region 1 in 2016, being the first and only Mayor in New England and one just of a handful of mayors across the country to formally recognize the dangers of lead water lines, especially to children, and acted with urgency for them to be replaced. The EPA awarded Mayor Lombardi with a Children’s Health Environmental Merit Award in 2018 for recognition of his exceptional work and commitment to the environment. The EPA went to North Providence to produce a video on the “Getting the Lead Out” that was posted on the EPA National website https://youtu.be/gmaAyUDwzfs.

North Providence currently has around 840 lead water lines remaining,

Lombardi’s goal is to eliminate 100% of them.

Filed Under: Community Notice, Events, Front Page, Information, Recreation, Trash / Recycling, Uncategorized

Employment Opportunity: Firefighter

November 13, 2025 by wpilkington

North Providence Fire Department, RI Firefighter Jobs

Applications will be accepted for the position of Firefighter/EMT from 8:30 AM until 4:00 PM weekdays during the period of November 1, 2025 through December 29, 2025. The deadline to submit applications will be 3:30 PM on December 31, 2025. Application may be filled out on FireFighterApp.com/NorthProvidenceFD

Applicants must meet the following:

Minimum Requirements:

Must be 18 years of age by the close of the application period.
Must be a US citizen (Birth Certificate and/or US-INS Papers).
Must be a High School graduate or possess a GED Certificate.
Must possess a current Rhode Island EMT License.
Must obtain a Rhode Island EMT Cardiac License within 24 months of hiring.
Must have a valid certificate of completion of the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs Physical Performance Assessment (PPA) upon oral interview date. https://rifirechiefs.com/ppa-info/
Must have a valid certificate of completion from the Rhode Island Association of Fire Chiefs written exam with a score of 70% and above upon oral interview date. https://rifirechiefs.com/ppa-info/
Must possess a valid driver’s license.
Must submit a copy of your driving record (obtained from the Operator Control Office-Registry of Motor Vehicles from the state in which you reside)
Must submit a copy of your Criminal History Record (obtained from the Department of Attorney General in the state in which you reside).
Must be able to perform the essential job functions of a Firefighter
Must agree to remain tobacco free while on duty as a condition of employment, signed affidavit required prior to entrance in the Recruit Training Academy
May submit a 1-page resume with application.

Applicants must complete the application on FirefighterApp.com along with copies of the following: birth certificate or US-INS papers, driver’s license, high school diploma or GED Certificate, PPA Completion Certificate, EMT License, copy of Driving Record and copy of Criminal History Record

The Town of North Providence is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act

Filed Under: Community Notice, Employment, Front Page

Election Notice – Final Voter List

November 10, 2025 by wpilkington

ELECTION NOTICE

THE ATTACHED LINK CONTAINS THE FINAL CORRECT COPY OF THE VOTER LIST OF ELIGIBLE VOTERS FOR THE TOWN OF NORTH PROVIDENCE FOR THE DECEMBER 2,2025 TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION AND IS AVAILABLE FOR PUBLIC INSPECTION THE NORTH PROVIDENCE BOARD OF CANVASSERS MET AND CERTIFIED THIS LIST ON MONDAY NOVEMBER 10, 2025. IN ACCORDANCE WITH R.I. GEN. LAWS 17-10-5(a) ET SEQ., AND IT IS HEREBY POSTED PURSUANT TO R.I. GEN. LAWS 17-17-14.

YOU MUST BE REGISTERED TO VOTE
FROM YOUR ACTUAL PLACE OF RESIDENCE

FINAL VOTER LIST OF ELIGIBLE REGISTERED VOTERS FOR THE TOWN OF NORTH PROVIDENCE FOR THE DECEMBER 2, 2025 COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION (.pdf)

Filed Under: Community Notice, Voter Info

Online Bill Pay / Tax Service is Back Up and Running

November 3, 2025 by North Providence Communications

After months of being off line while the Developer fixed an issue, we are happy to report that the online tax service is back up and running smoothly.

https://townofnorthprovidenceri.tylerportico.com/navigator/public/selections/navigator

Filed Under: Community Notice, Front Page, Information, NaN

Important Dates For The North Providence Special General For Council District 2 On Tuesday, December 2, 2025

October 10, 2025 by wpilkington

ATTENTION NORTH PROVIDENCE VOTERS

IMPORTANT DATES FOR THE NORTH PROVIDENCE SPECIAL GENERAL FOR COUNCIL DIST 2
TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 2, 2025

The deadline to register to vote or change your party affiliation for the December 2, 2025, Special General Election is SUNDAY, November 2, 2025.

There will be voter registration forms and a drop box available at the

North Providence Public Safety Complex

1835 Mineral Spring Ave

North Providence RI 02904

For North Providence residents on SUNDAY NOVEMBER 2, 2025, FROM 1:00 P.M TO 4:00 P.M.

The mail ballot application deadline is WEDNESDAY NOVEMBER 12, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. If you wish to vote by mail ballot you must complete an application and submit it to the Board of Canvassers by the deadline., You may also apply online at vote.ri.gov. The DROP BOX FOR MAIL BALLOTS Will open on November 12,2025 and will remain open until 8:00p.m. on December 2, 2025

The early voting period begins on NOVEMBER 12, 2025, at 8:30 a.m. And will end on DECEMBER 1, 2025 at 4: 00p.m. Early voting will take place at North Providence Town Hall, 2000 Smith Street, North Providence RI, 02904 on the Ground level in the Assembly RM (G-19) Handicap parking is located in the rear of town hall. Voting will take place during normal business hours.

For more information, visit vote.sos.ri.gov or call our office at (401) 232-0900 Ext. 1230

Denise A. Vasques

North Providence Board of Canvassers

Filed Under: Voter Info

Combined Polling Locations For The Town Council District 2 Special General Election on December 2, 2025

September 15, 2025 by wpilkington

ATTENTION NORTH PROVIDENCE VOTERS

BELOW ARE THE COMBINED POLLING LOCATIONS FOR THE TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION.
POLLS WILL OPEN AT 7 A.M AND WILL CLOSE AT. 8 P.M.

THE NORTH PROVIDENCE TOWN COUNCIL DISTRICT 2 SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION WILL BE ON
DECEMBER 2, 2025 AT THE FOLLOWING COMBINED LOCATION

DISTRICT 1

NO SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 1

DISTRICT 2

IF YOU NORMALLY VOTE HERE
Tuesday December 2, 2025

YOU WILL VOTE HERE

2409– 2D Rev I.J Bouffard K of C –

15 Basset Street

2411 –The North Providence Youth Center

2 Gov Notte Pkwy

2411- 2A Birchwood School

10 Birchwood Drive

2411 –The North Providence Youth Center

2 Gov Notte Pkwy

2412 -2B Dr. Joseph Whelan School-

1440 Mineral Spring Avenue

2413-Presentation Church (Downstairs)-

1081 Mineral Spring Avenue

2413 _2C-Presentation Church (Downstairs)-

1081 Mineral Spring Avenue

2413-Presentation Church (Downstairs)-

1081 Mineral Spring Avenue

DISTRICT 3

NO SPECIAL GENERAL ELECTION FOR DISTRICT 3

EARLY VOTING
Mon Thru Fri from 8:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m
Location- ASSEMBLY ROOM (G-19)

Town Hall Ground Floor 2000 Smith Street North Prov , RI

Early Voting begins on- November 12, and Ends December 1 @ 4:00 p.m.

The Town Council District 2 Special General Election is for registered voters that reside in District 2 only

Residents in District 1 and District 3 are not eligible to cast a ballot for this Election (If you are not sure which District you reside in) You can contact the Board of Canvassers Dept. @ 401-232-0900 Ext 1230

NORTH PROVIDENCE BOARD OF CANVASSERS
Denise A Vasques, Director

Filed Under: Voter Info

All Town Licenses Are Now Required To Be Submitted Online

August 7, 2025 by North Providence Communications

ALL TOWN LICENSES ARE NOW REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED ONLINE AS OF AUGUST 1, 2025
CLICK HERE
(you are NOT required to pay your license fees on line, you may make payment in person)

Filed Under: Front Page, Information

Drainage Work to Begin on Wendell & Link Sts. on Tuesday, May 27th

May 23, 2025 by wpilkington

Notification to Homeowners

Please be advised that D’Ambra Construction will be starting drainage work on Wendell Street and Link Street on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Thank you for your patience in this matter.

Filed Under: Community Notice

The North Providence Pool & Fitness Center Is Open! Register On-Line For A Membership.

April 23, 2025 by North Providence Communications

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE.

Filed Under: Community Notice, Front Page, Information, Recreation

The North Providence Public Schools and the North Providence Police Dept. have partnered with BusPatrol to launch a new school bus safety program to protect students on the ride to and from school.

March 27, 2025 by North Providence Communications

The North Providence Public Schools and the North Providence Police Dept. have partnered with BusPatrol to launch a new school bus safety program to protect students on the ride to and from school.

Every year, more than 45 million motorists illegally pass stopped school buses in the US, putting students at risk as they travel to and from school. These illegal passing incidents can result in tragedy, and it’s crucial that we work together to reduce reckless driving around school buses and make roads safer for our students.

To combat this issue, we’ve partnered with BusPatrol to launch a new school bus safety program. Through the program, all of the district buses are now equipped with cameras powered by artificial intelligence to detect when vehicles break the law and fail to stop. This evidence is shared with law enforcement for review, and if a violation has occurred, a summons is sent to
the registered vehicle owner.

Starting on April 1, 2025, violators will receive a warning letter with no fine. During this time, an educational campaign will remind motorists of school bus stopping laws and provide road safety tips to children for getting on and off the bus. Enforcement will begin on May 1, 2025. Per Rhode Island state law, the penalty for illegally passing a stopped school bus is a civil fine of between $250 to $500, and/or suspension of the driving license for a maximum of 30 days. This education and awareness will continue after enforcement begins, ensuring the community stays informed and roads remain safer for everyone.

For more information about the program please visit

https://nprovschools.org/school-bus-safety

Filed Under: Community Notice