Rhode Island D.O.T. Director acknowledges Colonel David Tikoian and the officers of the North Providence Police Departments efforts to reduce drunk driving in the town.
North Providence Police Department’s 2019 Recruitment Drive Begins Monday, November 4th
October 29, 2019
The North Providence Police Department’s 2019 Recruitment Drive will begin on Monday, November 4, 2019. Application cards may be picked up at Police Headquarters at 1835 Mineral Spring Avenue, North Providence, RI, or downloaded from the Department’s website at nppolice.com. Application cards and the $25.00 application fee must be returned to Police Headquarters no later than 4:00 p.m. on Friday, December 13, 2019. The fee may be waived if financial need criteria is met.
Application Card (.pdf)
Application Card (.pdf)
Getting the Lead Out of Drinking Water by Replacing Residential Lead Service Lines – Video
September 4, 2019
See our page with local information: https://northprovidenceri.gov/remove-the-whole-lead-pipe-program/
Reducing exposure to lead is a public health priority for EPA. Unfortunately, years ago, lead was often used in the pipes that connect homes to the water main in the street. This video shows how two communities in New England, North Providence, Rhode Island and Claremont, New Hampshire, are using creative ways to finance the removal of lead service lines.
For more information about lead in drinking water, go to http://www.epa.gov/lead
For more about EPA: http://www.epa.gov/
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North Providence Police & Fire Departments Have Moved to the New Public Safety Complex
August 13, 2019
Mayor Charles Lombardi and Colonel David Tikoian are pleased to announce that all police operations have moved into the new Public Safety Complex as of 4:00 PM on August 12, 2019.
On August 13, 2019, Chief John Silva III announced that the North Providence Fire Dept Headquarters and Fire Station 1 have moved to the new Public Safety Complex. Fire Administrative offices include the office of the Chief of the Department, Fire Prevention, Emergency Medical Services, Division of Training and Safety, and Emergency Management.
The Public Safety Complex is located at 1835 Mineral Spring Ave., directly across from the North Providence High School.
Phone numbers remain the same. In cases of emergency the public is urged to call 911 for an immediate response.
A formal ribbon cutting ceremony and open house has been scheduled for September 21, 2019 at 11:00 AM.
Mayor’s Office Receives Kudos Over Town Hall Video
June 22, 2019
Mayor Charles Lombardi’s office has been receiving calls from all over the country, complimenting the professionalism of the Chief of Staff Richard Fossa and the transparency of the North Providence Town Hall.
Read more about it in The Valley Breeze:
No. Prov. aces First Amendment audit, wins global kudos
New North Providence School Buildings are On-Time and On-Budget
April 29, 2019
Walls painted. Ceiling completed. Architectural light fixture installed.This is a small room located just off of the Literacy Innovation Center that is completely open to the floor above. It is a nice and quiet space to have separate/smaller reading sessions.
The central stair space as well as the viewing birdhouses have been framed and sheathed. Ready for paint.
These are little huts where students can stand inside and see down to the first floor. This is intended to inspire a sense of community.
Masonry completed. Stairs have been poured. Window frames and glass install ongoing.
This is one of the elevations that many people will see as they approach the building. The playgrounds are being built along this side of the building as well.
Glass for the gym has been installed. Masonry completed at all building walls. Deck prepared for waterproofing.
This is the main entrance of the building and faces a parking area. The majority of visitors will be seeing this façade as they enter the building.
Masonry complete. Site grading ongoing as we prep for binder pavement. Majority of windows have been installed with install of the operable windows ongoing.
This is the main entrance to the school and a highly visible elevation. The windows to the Left of the main entrance (when facing the building) have bright red and yellow frames.
Stair Structure installed. Drywall and taping are nearing completion. Ceiling Grid has been installed. Above ceiling utilities ongoing.
This set of stairs is directly across from the reception area and one of the first spaces most people will encounter upon entering the building.
Millwork being installed. Ceiling grid complete. Light fixtures installed. Walls painted. Frames and glass installed.
The Davinci Room is a space meant to inspire creativity more than anywhere else. This is where the majority of physical projects will be created and stored.
Applying the base coat of paint. Light fixtures have been installed and roof drainage has been connected.
Designed with acoustics in mind. The row of windows just below the roof line allow access to an abundance of natural light.
North Providence Police launch online crime reporting and mapping
March 1, 2019
New in NP: Easy online crime reporting, mapping
By ETHAN SHOREY, Valley Breeze Managing Editor
NORTH PROVIDENCE – The North Providence Police Department is preparing to introduce an online reporting system to the town, and has already launched an online crime mapping system. Both initiatives are part of an effort to embrace technology to “provide better service to our community,” said Deputy Chief Arthur Martins.
Read the full story in The Valley Breeze:
Washington Trust Company Opens New Branch in North Providence
January 28, 2019
The Washington Trust Company recently opened its newest branch at 1588 Mineral Spring Ave. Mayor Charles Lombardi was on hand for the opening ceremonies to cut the ribbon.
“We thank Washington Trust for choosing North Providence” ~ Mayor Charles Lombardi
See the article in The Valley Breeze: Washington Trust opens branch in NP
Town highway workers save big money, turn three used box trucks into plows
January 23, 2019
Town highway workers save big money, turn three used box trucks into plows
By ETHAN SHOREY, Valley Breeze Managing Editor
NORTH PROVIDENCE – When Jimmy Grimes, head of the North Providence Repair Division, approached Mayor Charles Lombardi to say that the department needed some new plow trucks, Lombardi said no.
“Build them yourselves,” Grimes recalls the mayor telling him.
Read the full story in The Valley Breeze
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