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Newspaper
Bristol Phoenix
Location
Bristol, Rhode Island, United States of America
Date
Nov 16, 1972
Page
1
Raccoons visit nightly at the Mt Hope Bridge toll booths drawn by bread and peanut butter treats prepared by Bill McCaughey and colleagues. A skunk and possum also join the nocturnal feast as feeders pass hours while motorists glimpse a rare wildlife scene.
Rhode Island Land Development Co presented a master plan for an 81 acre North Farm PUD with up to 500 units and $16 million in apartments and condos. After questions on traffic sewerage and school impact, the council tabled action, requesting a written submission of exact approvals and conditions.
The Rockwell House beside Andrews School will be bought by the School Department to gain classroom or office space. Town Council allocates 47500 from the general fund, with state aid totaling about 77000 expected to cover the cost. Renovations estimated at 21000 plus 1725 operating costs to be included in the 1972 73 budget. Supt Edward P Travers notes a 41.7 percent state reimbursement may reduce town cost.
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