Chris Duhamel Named Westerly Council President
Christopher Duhamel, the new Town Council president, brings 25 years of experience serving the town to his new position. Duhamel, a Republican, was elected unanimously Monday to serve as council president for the next two years by his fellow council members. The motion to nominate Duhamel was made by Councilor Jack Carson. “I have every confidence, moving forward, that (Duhamel) will continue the fine work that you’ve done for the past six years,” Carson said, speaking to Councilor Diana Serra,…
Sears building demolished to make way for LA Fitness
PROVIDENCE – Crews last Saturday demolished the old Sears building on North Main Street, the next step in the modernization of a block that once contained Sears, the Anderson-Little Men’s Clothing store, and Down Under Duckpin Bowl. The demolition makes way for a new LA Fitness facility and expansive parking lot across from Gregg’s Restaurant. The actual gym will be located on the Pawtucket side of the city line, while parking for about 300 cars will be located where Sears…