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North Smithfield Public Comment

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by Elizabeth Hammond and Sarah LaFontaine

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6 episodes

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Between school drop-offs and running businesses, who has three hours for a Town Council meeting? Stop sifting through social media rumors and dense agendas. Public Comment is the go-to podcast for North Smithfield news that actually impacts your life. Hosts Sarah and Elizabeth—moms and local business owners—do the heavy lifting for you. We track school funding, tax spending, zoning, and the environment, delivering clear facts for your morning commute. Stop guessing and start knowing. Local news, made for neighbors, by neighbors.

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July 2, 2026

Episode Six: Material Sand and Stone and HT Auto

Sarah and Elizabeth are back with a deep dive into two of North Smithfield's most contentious local issues. First up: the quarry. Known officially as Material Sand & Stone (or Pound Hill Quarry), this operation has been battling the town over grandfathered mining rights, noise ordinances, silica dust, and well contamination since at least 2022 — though the legal saga stretches back to the 1950s. Then: HT Auto Junkyard, where a change in ownership turned a once-harmonious neighborhood business into a recurring public nuisance complaint — and a lesson in how hard it can be for residents to actually get heard.But the real thread running through both stories? Citizen advocacy. Not politicians, not agencies — neighbors showing up, speaking out, and refusing to let things slide. With election season heating up, Sarah and Elizabeth break down exactly what you can do right now to make your voice count.Public Comment: news by the neighbors, for the neighbors. Visit our website at nspubliccomment.com or follow us on facebook @ PublicCommentNorthSmithfield

June 19, 2026

Episode Five: Candidate Chat with Paul Jones

Sarah and Elizabeth sit down with Paul Jones — small business owner, community advocate, and candidate for North Smithfield Town Council — for a wide-ranging conversation about what it actually takes to govern a town well.Follow Paul's campaign at his website, electpauljones.com and get in touch at paul@electpauljones.comFollow Public Comment at <a href="https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqbkUyNmd6dzRwLXNBcGRmeE9RQkE2QkppRzlOd3xBQ3Jtc0tsYVhkQjBLX1dBcHk0S0U5em4yRnhLV3RuOTFYd19kN2x0a25abTdtX0t3N1g0Sm9CUjJ4RWFDYU1CdVZ2NEV2TV9MLUhKVUtjYzAtNUowT2ZSeTZ6ZkdfMU54YTdoNnNINEhDY2w4eDFzaGh2NE5YTQ&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2FPublicCommentNorthSmithfield&v=hK2GESIbDxg" target="_blank" rel="nofollow"> facebook.com / publiccommentnorthsmithfield </a>In this episode, Sarah and Elizabeth Cover:Paul's background running The Care Concierge and his decades of community serviceWhy North Smithfield is stuck in a cycle of reactive governance — and what proactive leadership looks likeThe Woonsocket Hill Road collapse and what deferred infrastructure maintenance really costsThe long-delayed senior center and why North Smithfield is one of the only communities in Rhode Island without oneBusinesses flouting town ordinances while individual residents get hit with $500 finesThe rooster debate — and why backyard chickens are actually a small business issuePaul's "Day One" priority: a digital town hall for transparent municipal trackingThe nonprofit Elves for Elders, and why it's Paul's proudest achievementElection Bingo — download your card at nspubliccomment.com!Full transcript and show notes are available at nspubliccomment.com

June 4, 2026

Candidate Chat with Kevin Carriere

In this episode of Public Comment North Smithfield, hosts Sarah and Elizabeth interview Kevin Carrier, a candidate for North Smithfield Town Council and professor of social and political psychology at Stonehill College.Kevin discusses his three core campaign priorities: government transparency, environmental protection, and housing affordability in North Smithfield, Rhode Island. The conversation covers the town's communication gaps, the controversy around the police station bond vote, the quarry and junkyard issues affecting residents, and the challenge of keeping North Smithfield affordable for young families and retirees alike.Kevin also shares why he began attending North Smithfield Town Council meetings, what frustrated him about the public comment process, and what he would prioritize if elected — including making the town budget publicly visible and easy to understand. Full show notes and transcripts are available on our website, https://www.nspubliccomment.com/ Kevin’s campaign website is <a href="https://www.kevinforns.com/">https://www.kevinforns.com/</a>

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What is North Smithfield Public Comment?: Between school drop-offs and running businesses, who has three hours for a Town Council meeting? Stop sifting through social media rumors and dense agendas. Public Comment is the go-to podcast for North Smithfield news that actually impacts your life.

Hosts Sarah and Elizabeth—moms and local business owners—do the heavy lifting for you. We track school funding, tax spending, zoning, and the environment, delivering clear facts for your morning commute. Stop guessing and start knowing. Local news, made for neighbors, by neighbors.
How often does this podcast release new episodes?: This podcast updates daily.
Where can I listen to this podcast?: This podcast is available on 4 platforms including Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and more. You can also use the RSS feed directly.
Does this podcast accept guests?: Yes, this podcast regularly features guests.

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