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Fans gather at twilight to see ‘New Moon'

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From left, Gabby Koussa, 18, of Hope Valley, Danielle Smith, 19, of Massachusetts and Madeline Suits, 18, of Hope Valley were among those who
arrived early to wait in line Thursday night at the Regal Stonington 10 theater in Pawcatuck for the premiere of ‘New Moon.’

"The Twilight Saga: New Moon," rated PG-13, is showing at the Regal Stonington 10 theater on Voluntown Road in Pawcatuck.

posted: November 20
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: Smoke shop ruling upheld; Federal appeals court rules that U.S. District Court judge was right to order a new trial for trooper in ‘excessive force' case.

: Artist harnesses mystery of molten glass; One of Kim Vredenburg's designs was selected for the juried Bead Review in 2008.

: Drinking water has trace amounts of medicine, chemicals; There is considerable debate about whether levels are high enough to warrant concern.

: Woman pleads no contest in two thefts; Distefano charged with six felonies, including embezzling money from Turning Pointe.

: Council waives fee for Planet Earth concert promoter; Town did not lose money on unsuccessful event, council notes.

: Carpentry students test practical skills; The Chariho Career and Technical Center students are building a two-car garage at the Woodville Road home of Harold and Thelma Ward.

: Planning Board rejects WARM expansion; Issuing a long-awaited decision Tuesday, the Planning Board narrowly denied a WARM Center bid to add a second floor with eight apartments for disabled, low-income tenants.

: Police warn about rash of area break-ins; Police are asking the community to keep watch and make note of anything out-of-the-ordinary in local neighborhoods.

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Abate's determined to go the distance

Updated: 10:44 am 11/17/2009

This weekend, Frank Abate, of Westerly, will be running a half-marathon in Philadelphia to raise money for the American Cancer Society.

Officials fear loss of school programs

Updated: 10:47 am 11/17/2009

Westerly schools head tells council that a zero-increase budget will mean painful cuts to education.

Artifacts can tell a story about the past

Updated: 10:48 am 11/17/2009

The mission of the Groton Historical Society is to maintain, preserve and exhibit documents and artifacts with historical links to the entire Town of Groton.

Storied Westerly firefighter passed on the big show

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Monday Profile: Nick Stenhouse

DiPaola celebrates purchase of 1230

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Christopher DiPaola, a mainstay on the local radio scene for the last two decades, bought the radio station for a reported $350,000.

Synora Matacia always has a project

Updated: 10:51 am 11/16/2009

"People contact me and we try to do a different community service project each month."

Raising the roof

Updated: 1:29 am 11/15/2009

A ceiling is being built for Foster Parrots, courtesy of Ocean State Veterinary Specialists

Town, schools to hash out future budget cuts

Updated: 12:56 am 11/15/2009

Schools superintendent says another major slice from education budget isn’t feasible

Neighborhood solar power grids can work

Updated: 12:01 pm 11/10/2009

One of the first neighborhood-wide solar installations in the world was at the master-planned community of Drake Landing in the town of Okotoks in Alberta, Canada.

Drivers can be tested after fatal accidents

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Police gain DWI tool

A point of honor

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World War II veterans proudly take in DC’s memorial on the Mall

There are lots of chores left to do in the perennial garden

Updated: 9:20 am 11/10/2009

This is also a good time to reflect on your perennial garden's performance.

Chariho may help cushion aid cuts

Updated: 11:28 am 11/13/2009

Regional school board votes 9-2 to look for ways to assist member towns should the cash-strapped state make more cuts.

New Hope Chapel getting ready for holidays

Updated: 10:58 am 11/13/2009

Chapel also has an annual Thanksgiving Dinner scheduled Nov. 15 at Chariho High School.

State PUC pulls a number on Connecticut residents: 10 digit dialing

Updated: 7:40 am 11/14/2009

Change takes effect on Saturday

Blanda to serve as superintendent through school year

Updated: 10:24 am 11/12/2009

School Committee hopes to have permanent superintendent on the job by July 1.

Police like new txt msg rules

Updated: 10:34 am 11/12/2009

First-time offenders of the Rhode Island ban on texting while driving face $85 fines.

Todd Kenney is molding clay and shaping students

Updated: 11:04 am 11/12/2009

Throwing footballs and throwing pots are not two things you often see together.

RI Veterans ride honor bus

Updated: 10:49 am 11/11/2009

Rhode Island veterans of World War II are in Washington, D.C., for Veterans Day ceremonies at the WWII Memorial.

Gov. vetoes local DMV

Updated: 10:36 am 11/11/2009

In rejecting legislation to reopen a DMV office in Westerly, Carcieri points to the state's "severe fiscal crisis."

Eagle Scout project is an inspiration

Updated: 10:37 am 11/11/2009

On Nov. 14, the Kingston Fire Department will play host to a Rhode Island Blood Center drive and bone marrow registry.

Senate hopeful kicks off war protest in Pawcatuck

Updated: 10:40 am 11/10/2009

Merrick Alpert, of Mystic, a veteran and Democratic challenger to U.S. Sen. Chris Dodd, begins a 117-mile walk across Connecticut.

School board puts off vote on teacher pact

Updated: 10:19 am 11/10/2009

Decision to be made next month when full board is present

Lowly shoebox holds great promise for children at Christmas

Updated: 10:14 am 11/10/2009

Supplies are being collected for Operation Christmas Child, a project of Samaritan's Purse International Relief Organization.

Givers become receivers

Updated: 11:28 am 11/09/2009

Local service agencies strain to keep up with the rise in need experienced by former members of the middle class.

Westerly's assistant animal control officer reaches for the stars

Updated: 10:52 am 11/09/2009

Monday Profile

Barbara Berard is lending a hand

Updated: 10:48 am 11/09/2009

She has been volunteering at Rhode Island Assisting Those in Need, RI CAN, ever since 2005.

Veterans on the march

Updated: 8:32 am 11/08/2009

Local parade honors those who served

Green roofs have a lot of benefits

Updated: 9:49 am 11/05/2009

According to Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, a nonprofit industry association, green roofs are gaining popularity.

Growing grapes requires some training

Updated: 9:30 am 11/05/2009

With a little preparation, grapes can be successfully grown in the home garden on a trellis or on an arbor.

SHS students show appreciation with veterans dinner Thursday

Updated: 10:34 am 11/06/2009

The event was put on by the 40 students in the school's student government.

Teacher contract to be revealed Monday

Updated: 10:36 am 11/06/2009

"Westerly cannot afford this contract at this time"

Two shows will delight the senses

Updated: 10:59 am 11/06/2009

The 34th annual photography show and the Connecticut Women Artists, Inc. juried shows will be on display at Mystic Arts Center through Nov. 14.

Cheers, hollers greet unveiling of calendar

Updated: 11:44 am 11/05/2009

Big splash at Granite Theatre

Board defends silence on supt.

Updated: 11:34 am 11/05/2009

Chairman James Murano Jr. says commenting further would create both legal and financial problems for the school district.

Mystic girl teams with soccer group to help others

Updated: 11:10 am 11/05/2009

Emily Hamilton hopes to raise about $750 to sponsor a Soccer Without Borders team in South America.

Incumbent first selectmen coast to victory

Updated: 11:06 am 11/04/2009

Haberek trounces challenger in Stonington; Mullane grabs 13th term in North Stonington

St. Pius X School H1N1 flu clinic draws 100

Updated: 11:19 am 11/05/2009

St. Pius drew the earliest date, while the latest is expected to take place Dec. 14 at Westerly High School.

Skate park expansion gets star attention

Updated: 11:05 am 11/04/2009

Unannounced event at Sutton Park's skateboarding park drew crowds of skaters and spectators.

Election 2009: Incumbent first selectmen retain seats

Updated: 9:58 am 11/05/2009

Haberek, Mullane win by large margins

Westerly Hospital ER sees spike in flu patients

Updated: 11:14 am 11/05/2009

Local man tests positive for H1N1

People bugged by inexplicable influx of Asian lady beetles

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Resident and media reports have noted larger- than-usual populations of the bug.

Kiki Latimer takes journey of hope

Updated: 11:02 am 11/03/2009

Local women leads effort to raise $150,000 for building a village in Haiti.

Teacher contract talks stalled

Updated: 10:45 am 11/02/2009

If no agreement is reached tonight, the teachers and school board will enter arbitration

Westerly manager, officials have their fingers in the wind

Updated: 10:44 am 11/02/2009

The most feasible sites for harnessing the wind are in White Rock

For Mary Moen volunteering is a lifestyle

Updated: 7:37 am 11/03/2009

Through the Interact Club, Moen always finds ways to help those in need.

Tour raises memories of yesteryear

Updated: 11:38 pm 10/31/2009

Former resident looks back at Pierce Street house

Renewal on Pierce Street

Updated: 11:38 pm 10/31/2009

Open house held for North Glen Condominiums

Board of Ed candidates focus on outreach, budget

Updated: 11:29 pm 10/31/2009

Current chair among those in the running

Big oil spills are on the decline

Updated: 8:13 am 11/02/2009

Much has been done to prevent major oil spills.

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