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The historic Smithfield Meat Market in London, which has been in operation for 850 years, is set to close. This marks the end of an era for one of the city's oldest markets, known for its significant role in the meat trade.
Smithfield Packaged Meats Corp. has agreed to pay a $2 million fine for alleged child labor violations at its St. James, Minnesota plant, marking the largest penalty ever recovered by the Minnesota Department of Labor and Industry. The investigation found that at least 11 minors, aged 14-17, were employed in hazardous conditions, violating state labor laws. While Smithfield disputes the allegations, claiming the minors used fake IDs, the company has agreed to settle to avoid prolonged litigation and will implement measures to ensure future compliance.
The Public Utilities Commission in Rhode Island is discussing a potential energy rate increase, while utility crews continue to repair damaged utility poles in Smithfield.
Smithfield defeats Pennsylvania 7-2 in the Little League World Series, scoring five runs in the top of the 6th inning to secure their second win and stay alive in the tournament. They will face either Needville, Texas or El Segundo, California in their next game.
Officials are urging residents in Johnston and Smithfield to restrict all non-essential water usage after a major transmission line failure caused a water main break. Smithfield Water Supply is currently assisting to address the issue and are continuing to get the word out to residents who may not have water for an extended period of time. Town officials ask the public to only call the police or fire department in the event of an emergency.
A woman was killed and five others were injured after a man crashed his car into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island. The cause of the crash is unknown, but it appears the driver was speeding through the parking lot. The victim has been identified as 47-year-old Charlotte Vacca, who leaves behind five children and her elderly mother. A GoFundMe page has been created to help cover her funeral expenses. The Subway and neighboring Planet Fitness will remain closed until further notice.
The driver of a car that crashed into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island, killing one person and injuring five others, is expected to face criminal charges for the crash. The driver hit multiple cars in the parking lot of the strip mall before speeding and crashing into the Subway. The driver's blood alcohol content was 0.0%, according to police. Both the Subway and the Planet Fitness are closed until further notice due to the damages sustained.
The driver of a car that crashed into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island, killing one person and injuring five others, is expected to face criminal charges for the crash. The driver reportedly hit multiple cars before speeding and crashing into the Subway. The driver's blood alcohol content was 0.0%, according to police. The Subway and Planet Fitness are closed until further notice due to damages sustained.
One person died and five were injured after a car crashed into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island. The driver was taken to the hospital, and initial reports suggest he was speeding when he crashed into the store. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
One person died and five were injured after a car crashed into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island. The driver was taken to the hospital, and initial reports suggest he was speeding when he crashed into the store. The cause of the crash is under investigation.
Six people were injured, with at least four seriously wounded, after a car crashed into a Subway sandwich shop in Smithfield, Rhode Island. The cause of the crash is unknown, but it appears the driver was speeding through the parking lot. Both workers and customers were among the injured. An investigation is underway.