Central Falls News

Balloon knocks out power to 1,700 - July 10, 2008

It wasn't a lightning strike, a downed tree limb, or a car plowing into a utility pole that knocked out power to 1,700 customers in Central Falls.
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/balloon-knocks-out-power-to-1-700?fromr...

Arrests made at house that exploded - July 7, 2008

The former home of a couple found dead following a fire and apparent murder-suicide in April was also the site of five arrests following an attempted robbery last week, police said.
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/arrests-made-at-house-that-exploded?fro...

High Court nixes lead paint ruling - July 7, 2008

The Rhode Island Supreme Court reversed a landmark verdict against three former lead paint producers Tuesday, dealing a major blow to Woonsocket, Pawtucket, Central Falls and other communities that want the ...
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/high-court-nixes-lead-paint-ruling?from...

Carjacking Suspects Lead Police from 3 Local Cities on Early Morning Manhunt - July 5, 2008

A trio of carjackers were busted after an early morning chase through three local cities on Wednesday.
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/carjacking-suspects-lead-police-from-3-...

Liquefied glass fire damages Central Falls plant - July 3, 2008

Molten glass leaking out of a furnace started a fire Tuesday night at Osram Sylvania, a manufacturer of lighting products located at the intersection of Broad and Hunt streets.
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/liquefied-glass-fire-damages-central-fa...

Ax fight ends in minor injuries - July 2, 2008

The Rhode Island Supreme Court reversed a landmark verdict against three former lead paint producers Tuesday, dealing a major blow to Woonsocket, Pawtucket, Central Falls and other communities that want the ...
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/ax-fight-ends-in-minor-injuries?fromrss...

Central Falls passes budget, homestead law - July 1, 2008

After extensive deliberations and some tense moments- notably during discussions with the firefighters' union- the city council voted unanimously to pass a slightly altered version of Mayor Charles Moreau's ...
http://www.topix.net/city/central-falls-ri/2008/07/central-falls-passes-budget-homestead-l...