2013 Coventry Memorial Day Parade Road Closure

Those traveling through Coventry on Monday should be aware of the parade route.

  Coventry Police Patrol Captain Rick Heise advises there will be traffic restrictions on Monday, May 27, 2013 on Washington Street (Rt. 117) beginning at approximately 9 a.m. due to the Memorial Day Parade.  The parade will begin at 10 a.m. from MacArthur Blvd., and will proceed west on Washington St., ending at the VFW at 29 South Main St. at about 12 p.m. There will be limited travel in the area during this time and motorists are advised to seek alternate routes.  The parade is always enjoyable to the many residents who line the sidewalks and parking lots along the route! It is a great Coventry tradition that allows the community to honor the men and women who died while serving their country. Happy Memorial Day, Coventry!

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Found in Coventry: Male Terrier Mix

Animal Control officers are seeking information in hopes of returning the pup to his home.

  Animal Control officers are asking Coventry residents if they have or know of anyone that has lost a male terrier mix within the past several weeks. The little guy was taken in by Animal Control midweek, but Officer Matthew McCormick said he may have been missing for up to a month based on information from surrounding shelters. McCormick said that the dog has not been neutered and is estimated to be approximately 5 years old.  The pup has such a cute face, is well-behaved and has a sweet demeanor, so it's likely that his family is missing him greatly! If anyone has information regarding this animal, please contact Coventry Animal Control at 822-9106.

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Hopkins Hill FD Approves Fiscal 2014 Budget and Tax Rates, Pending Legislation

A pending Senate bill will determine how the fire district is authorized to tax multiple property classifications.

  Employees, board members and taxpayers of the Hopkins Hill Fire District  (HHFD) gathered at 1 Bestwick Trail for the district's annual meeting on the evening of May 4. According to meeting minutes provided to Coventry Patch on May 23, 32 qualified voters of the district were present and voted unanimously to approve the 2013-2014 Operating Budget totaling $1,066,950, which includes personnel and operations costs.  Prior to voting on the fiscal 2014 tax rate, Clerk Carol Dion read a resolution which offered the district two options dependent on the passage or rejection of legislation introduced by Sens. Leo Raptakis (D-Coventry, E.G., W.W.) and Nick Kettle (R-Dist.-21 Coventry, Foster, Scituate). The legislation, Senate Bill 0940, if …

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10:28 am on Saturday, May 25, 2013

Yes Crusader in fact I believe AFD district makes more then CCFD but for the most part they are all close in pay and benefits . So why the attack on CCFD because its personal . Why not just end all this and have One Fire district ,one Chief ,and board , we may not be a big city, but we are certainly not a little mill town anymore .   more ›

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Five Things You Need To Know Today, May 22

Today is Wednesday, May 22, 2013 and here are five things you should know about.

  Tiogue Night of the Arts: Tonight at 6 p.m., Tiogue Elementary School students will showcase their artwork created during the school year as well as their musical talents through choral and instrumental performances. CANCELED - Planning Meeting: The May 22 meeting of the Coventry Planning Commission scheduled for 7 p.m. has been canceled. Ask-A-Lawyer: The Coventry Senior Center (50 Wood St.) will host Atty. Kristen A. Carren today from 11 a.m. to noon. Topics to be discussed include, but are not limited to wills/trusts, durable power of attorney, health and Medicare issues, reverse mortgages, banking and real estate. There will be a brief presentation followed by a Question & Answer period with a focus on Elder Law.  Fire Protection …

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National Weather Service Warns of Potential Severe Thunderstorms Today

Residents advised to monitor weather and seek shelter in event of hazardous weather.

  The National Weather Service in Taunton has issued a Special Weather Statement for the possibility of severe thunderstorms this afternoon. Thunderstorms have already been forming in Southern New Hampshire and additional storms are expected to develop across Massachusetts, Northern Connecticut and Northern Rhode Island during the afternoon hours. Some of these storms will produce damaging wind gusts, hail, lightning and heavy rainfall. The main threats will be gusting winds and heavy downpours, according to the NWS. Residents should closely monitor weather conditions during the afternoon hours and take shelter immediately should dangerous weather develop.

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3:21 pm on Tuesday, May 21, 2013

I keep snacks and my thunder buddy close. http://farm8.static.flickr.com/7137/7839028094_8d78e458f4.jpg   more ›