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Cumberland Town - Rhode Island Press Releases

17 Press Releases
  • Published on September 14, 2026 - 22:18 GMT

    Weekly Yard Waste Collection (Begins 10/5)

    The bi-weekly curbside yard waste collection for the Town of Cumberland will finish on September 25, 2026. Weekly yard waste collection will commence on October 5, 2026, for the fall season.  The fall weekly yard waste collection will end on December 4, …

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  • Published on September 10, 2026 - 19:58 GMT

    Notice of Public Hearing - Planning Board

    The Cumberland Planning Board will meet on Thursday, September 24, 2026, at 6:30pm in the Town Council Chambers, 2nd Floor, 45 Broad Street, Cumberland, RI 02864. Meeting materials can be found online. All Planning Board members will be attending in person …

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  • Published on August 20, 2026 - 14:36 GMT

    Cumberland Banner Program

    As you know, Cumberland is dedicated to making our community a great place to live, work, shop, and conduct business. Because of this, we have agreed to participate in a promotional street-scape banner campaign conducted by Community Showcase Banners. This …

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  • Published on August 10, 2026 - 14:16 GMT

    Holiday Closure & Delay

    Friendly Reminder: Today, Monday, August 10th is a Rhode Island Holiday. In observance, Town offices will be closed today (8/10). Town Offices will reopen tomorrow with summer hours.  Additionally, trash and recycling services will be delayed by one day …

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  • Published on August 7, 2026 - 18:15 GMT

    Become a Poll Worker!

    The Cumberland Board of Canvassers is seeking poll workers for the 2026 Primary Election on September 9 and the General Election on November 3. Poll workers play a vital role in ensuring elections run smoothly and can earn up to $225 for Election Day …

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 17:13 GMT

    E-Waste Event, Saturday, August 8!

    E-Waste Event, Saturday, August 8!   Do you have old electronics gathering dust? Bring them to Cumberland's E-Waste Drop-Off Event on Saturday, August 8, from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. at the Cumberland Monastery, located at 1464 Diamond Hill Road. …

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  • Published on August 4, 2026 - 17:13 GMT

    Important Deadlines/Information - September 9th Statewide Primary

    NOTICE TO VOTERS DEADLINE TO REGISTER TO VOTE, PARTY AFFILIATION CHANGES,  APPLY FOR MAIL BALLOT & EARLY VOTING FOR THE  SEPTEMBER 9, 2026 STATEWIDE PRIMARY AUGUST 10, 2026 is the deadline to register to vote or make a party affiliation change in order …

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  • Published on August 3, 2026 - 17:31 GMT

    Spots Remaining: Owls of Rhode Island!

    There are a few spots remaining for Level #1 of "Owls of Rhode Island"! The Town of Cumberland is excited to partner with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island to bring this programming to the Amaral Building on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Children …

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  • Published on July 21, 2026 - 01:23 GMT

    Register Now: Owls of Rhode Island!

    Registration is NOW OPEN for "Owls of Rhode Island"!  The Town of Cumberland is excited to partner with the Audubon Society of Rhode Island for "Owls of Rhode Island" at the Amaral Building on Thursday, August 13, 2026. Children will …

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  • Published on July 13, 2026 - 19:01 GMT

    Recycling Information

    As previously announced, every other week recycling collection will begin on Monday, June 29. MEGA will begin with "A" Week starting Monday, June 29. To find out whether your address is assigned to A Week or B Week, please use the link below. …

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  • Published on July 7, 2026 - 16:25 GMT

    Summer Hours

    Beginning on Tuesday (7/7), Town Hall will be working under Summer hours. Which means the following hours of operation will be in place: Town Hall: 9 a.m.– 4 p.m.                   Highway and Water: 7 a.m. – 2 p.m. Public Safety (Clerical): 8 a.m. – 3 p.m …

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  • Published on July 7, 2026 - 16:25 GMT

    Holiday Trash and Recycling Delay

    The Rhode Island Resource Recovery (Landfill) was closed on Monday, July 7th in observance of the Independence Day Holiday. Therefore, all trash and recycling (B week) services will be delayed by one day. Thank you for your cooperation.

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  • Published on July 3, 2026 - 19:06 GMT

    Fireworks Tonight (7/3)

    On July 3rd the Town of Cumberland led by Parks and Recreation will be putting on their annual event and fireworks at Tucker Field. The event begins at 5pm with games, entertainment, prizes, and food trucks. The fireworks are set for 9pm. Please follow …

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  • Published on July 2, 2026 - 20:20 GMT

    Important Updates/Reminders

    A couple of important reminders ahead of the Independence Day Holiday! The landfill will be closed on Monday (7/6) in recognition of the holiday. Meaning that trash and recycling services will be on a one day delay next week.  Town Hall will also be closed …

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  • Published on July 1, 2026 - 21:41 GMT

    Voluntary Water Use Restriction

    The Cumberland Water Department is instituting a voluntary outdoor water use restriction. Due to a combination of the current drought conditions and operational limitations, we are struggling to maintain the daily summer demand. The outdoor water …

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  • Published on June 27, 2026 - 03:09 GMT

    Every Other Week Recycling Updates

    As previously announced, every other week recycling collection will begin on Monday, June 29. MEGA will begin with "A" Week starting Monday, June 29. "B" Week recycling collection will begin on Monday, July 6. To find out whether your …

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  • Published on June 22, 2026 - 16:35 GMT

    Register for the Science of Magic!

    Back by popular demand — Mad Science is returning to the Amaral Building! This time, they'll be teaching students about the science of magic. The workshop is appropriate for students in grades K-6. Get ready for an hour of amazing magic, mind-bending …

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