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*********🚨Updated 8:45 pm-  Martin Street Bridge is now open🚨*********thank you all for your patience!⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE NO...
06/05/2026

*********🚨Updated 8:45 pm- Martin Street Bridge is now open🚨*********thank you all for your patience!

⚠️ ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE – MARTIN STREET BRIDGE ⚠️

The Martin Street Bridge is currently closed due to a utility pole and live wires that have fallen across the roadway.

The bridge is expected to remain closed for several hours while utility crews work to safely remove the hazard and make repairs.

🚧 Please avoid the area and use alternate routes.

➡️ For access to Martin Street, please use:
• Route 116
• Mendon Road (Cumberland)

Motorists should expect delays and seek alternate travel routes whenever possible.

We appreciate your patience and cooperation while crews work to restore safe travel conditions. We will update when the bridge is open.

05/31/2026

These athletes make you want to cheer a little louder, try a little harder, and make the sun shine through the rain. Thank you Special Olympics Rhode Island for the most spectacular event, but more importantly providing such a safe and supportive space for your athletes. Congratulations to all the 2026 athletes! 💙💙💙

Each year, we are honored that the  Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Rhode Island not only passes through ...
05/29/2026

Each year, we are honored that the Law Enforcement Torch Run for Special Olympics Rhode Island not only passes through our town - but that we are fortunate enough to take part in protecting the torch as it makes its journey through the state. Thank you to everyone who participated in this event and good luck to our Special Olympics Rhode Island Athletes 2026!

The members of the Lincoln Police IBPO435 had an incredible day on the course at Kirkbrae Country Club.Thanks to the tre...
05/29/2026

The members of the Lincoln Police IBPO435 had an incredible day on the course at Kirkbrae Country Club.

Thanks to the tremendous support of our sponsors and community partners, we were proud to provide two scholarships to graduating Lincoln High School students this year. Your continued generosity and partnership help make opportunities like this possible, and we truly appreciate your ongoing support.

A special thank you to our sponsors:

• Lincoln Landscape
• McLaughlin & Moran, Inc.
• Amica Insurance
• Raheb Law
• Stanley Tree
• Blais Insurance
• GPL Construction
• Bay Crane Northeast
• Corrigan Moving Co.
• Del’s
• Coffee Cubby
• Washington Hill Liquors
• Leaderboard Air Cannon
• Lynch Construction
- Complete Site Solutions

Thank you again to everyone who participated, sponsored, and helped make this event such a success. We are grateful for the strong support from our community.

05/21/2026

*****Update - Old River road is now fully passable and open. Thank you for your patience 🚨

🚨Please be advised: Old River Rd is currently closed due to a motor vehicle crash between School Street and Mussey Brook Rd.

(279 Old River Rd) *local traffic only*

Motorists are asked to avoid the area and use School Street and Mussey Brook Rd as alternate routes. Expect minor delays while RI Energy assists with repairs.

Thank you for your patience and cooperation.

Check back for updates

05/18/2026

May 23, 2026 marks ten years since Officer Ryan Bourque’s passing. 🙏

Ryan’s memory and legacy will continue to remain strong state-wide and in our law enforcement community.

This tribute serves as an important reminder to make responsible choices behind the wheel and to never drink & drive. Jamestown RI Police Department

Check out Lincoln PD Sgt. Zach Hubbard providing information regarding drugged and impaired driving on NBC 10 WJAR
05/15/2026

Check out Lincoln PD Sgt. Zach Hubbard providing information regarding drugged and impaired driving on NBC 10 WJAR

Breathalyzers are becoming less reliable tools for police as younger generations are more likely to drive under the influence of drugs than alcohol.Marijuana...

05/14/2026

Traffic crashes are a leading cause of death for teens 15-18 years old❗

Parents — with summer right around the corner, now's the time to make sure your teen is following the rules of the road:
🔴 Buckle up
⚫ Follow the speed limit
🔴 Limit passengers
⚫ Don't drive drowsy
🔴 Never drive impaired

05/11/2026

🚨 Community Notice 🚨

Please be advised — the non-emergency phone lines (401-333-1111) will be down for scheduled maintenance between approximately 0100–0300 hours on Tuesday.

If you experience an emergency during this time, please continue to dial 911.☎️

We appreciate your patience and understanding in advance while this maintenance is completed.

Thank you

*** phones have been updated and restored*** thank you for your cooperation!

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