Press & News
The Public’s Radio — Watch Hill group says it ‘cannot legally’ guarantee public shoreline access under lighthouse property transfer
By Alex Nunes — The disclosure contradicts characterizations of an agreement made public in July by Rhode Island U.S. Senator Jack Reed.
Westerly Sun — Westerly Town Council President Morrone resigns from post
By Ryan Blessing — Town Council President Edward P. Morrone submitted his letter of resignation Tuesday morning at Town Hall and pointed the finger at the actions at a recent council meeting as one of the reasons he stepped down.
The Public’s Radio — Westerly Town Council president resigns amid turmoil in town government
By Alex Nunes — Council President Edward Morrone had been under scrutiny for his ties to private interests in the Watch Hill community as disputes over shoreline access became a focal point for the Westerly Town Council.
The Public’s Radio — In Westerly, town councilor’s work for coastal fire district raises questions about potential conflicts of interest
By Alex Nunes — Public records show Town Council President Edward Morrone accepted $30,000 in consulting fees to “monitor issues” for property owners in the Watch Hill vacation community, an area that's become the focal point of ongoing coastal access debates.