Shawn Lacey's guest appearances

Shawn Lacey

The News with Gene Valicenti

The Westerly Sun

Roger Williams

Dan McKee

Demetrius Andrade

Elizabeth Beisel

Peter Manfredo

Howard Brown

Tony Silva

Nora Gray

Frank J. Williams

Ronald Machtley

John Dempsey

Sarah Stringer

Robert Ellis Smith

Banks Lee

Mike Levesque

OwlTail

You’re listening to the Westerly Sun’s podcast, where we talk about news, the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today’s trivia is brought to you by Perennial.  Perennial’s new plant-based drink “Daily Gut &amp; Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut &amp; Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native, Brian P. Burke is an American-Canadian ice hockey executive and former analyst serving as president of hockey operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins? He has also served as the general manager of the Hartford Whalers, Vancouver Canucks, Anaheim Ducks (with whom he won the Stanley Cup in 2007) and Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as president of hockey operations for the Calgary Flames. Burke was also the general manager for the United States national men's ice hockey team for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Now, we turn our feature story…. If appointed to serve as interim town manager by the Town Council, Police Chief Shawn Lacey says he will use the time with a potential eye toward a permanent switch of jobs. The council, during a meeting scheduled for Monday, is expected to consider appointing Lacey to serve as interim town manager. The council is also expected to present a commendation to outgoing Town Manager J. Mark Rooney, who on Sept. 9 announced his intention to resign. The agenda for the meeting provides clarity that was missing following the council's previous meeting about how the it plans to handle Rooney's resignation. On Friday, both Lacey and Town Council President Sharon Ahern, said the potential interim period could serve as a trial period for both Lacey and the council and give all parties time to contemplate future steps. Ahern said: "I think it would be a two-way look for the council and for Chief Lacey. It may not, ultimately, be something he's interested in," "For now we would just like to stabilize and see how the chief slides into the position. I assume he will do very well, after all he has been in this situation before and no one knows the town better than he." Lacey, who was appointed chief by Rooney, has served brief stints as interim town manager when Rooney was out of town for conferences or when he had time off during his more than three-year tenure. Some of those stints occurred during major storms or when Lacey had to make executive decisions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lacey said: "I'm looking forward to the opportunity of interim manager. I'm honored that I'm being asked." In the interim role, Lacey would also continue as police chief. A 34-year veteran of the police department, Lacey said he is not yet certain he is ready to close the door on his career in law enforcement. Lacey said: "I have to weigh it out. ... Am I ready to or willing to turn in my police badge and make that giant leap of faith?" "The tenure of managers haven't always been the longest. I have to weigh that in. I enjoy the town, I grew up in town and I've worked for the police department for the last 34 years and I wish to remain gainfully employed," Stay up to date on this developing story at westerlysun.com There are a lot of businesses in our community that are hiring right now, so we’re excited to tell you about some new job listings. Today’s Job posting comes from Cargill in Westerly. They’re looking for shipping and receiving associates. You’ll be responsible for working in a fast paced environment packing meat products. Pay is up $20.00 per hour. If you’re interested and think you’d be a good fit for the role you can apply using the link in our episode description. https://www.indeed.com/jobs?l=Westerly%2C%20RI&amp;mna=5&amp;aceid&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwpf2IBhDkARIsAGVo0D2S3gEb-328GyRpBuTTeeKPdn3-klOh0KYAsfete6MEZmI5S4qTg-4aAnQkEALw_wcB&amp;vjk=740518464e480bd4 Today we’re remembering the life of Agnes Brightman, of Post Road in Westerly. She was the beloved wife of the late Henry Brightman. Born in Hopkinton, Agnes was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Bradford for many years. She was a state employee working at Chariho High School and after years of dedicated service, retired from the URI bookstore. She was a Den Mother in the 1960s and enjoyed membership with the Charlestown Senior Center. Agnes was a loving and devoted mother to three sons and Agnes also leaves her grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Agnes’s life. That’s it for today, we’ll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut &amp; Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

You’re listening to the Westerly Sun’s podcast, where we talk about news, the best local events, new job postings, obituaries, and more. First, a bit of Rhode Island trivia. Today’s trivia is brought to you by Perennial.  Perennial’s new plant-based drink “Daily Gut &amp; Brain” is a blend of easily digestible nutrients crafted for gut and brain health. A convenient mini-meal, Daily Gut &amp; Brain” is available now at the CVS Pharmacy in Wakefield. Now for some trivia. Did you know that Rhode Island native, Brian P. Burke is an American-Canadian ice hockey executive and former analyst serving as president of hockey operations for the Pittsburgh Penguins? He has also served as the general manager of the Hartford Whalers, Vancouver Canucks, Anaheim Ducks (with whom he won the Stanley Cup in 2007) and Toronto Maple Leafs, as well as president of hockey operations for the Calgary Flames. Burke was also the general manager for the United States national men's ice hockey team for the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver. Now, we turn our feature story…. If appointed to serve as interim town manager by the Town Council, Police Chief Shawn Lacey says he will use the time with a potential eye toward a permanent switch of jobs. The council, during a meeting scheduled for Monday, is expected to consider appointing Lacey to serve as interim town manager. The council is also expected to present a commendation to outgoing Town Manager J. Mark Rooney, who on Sept. 9 announced his intention to resign. The agenda for the meeting provides clarity that was missing following the council's previous meeting about how the it plans to handle Rooney's resignation. On Friday, both Lacey and Town Council President Sharon Ahern, said the potential interim period could serve as a trial period for both Lacey and the council and give all parties time to contemplate future steps. Ahern said: "I think it would be a two-way look for the council and for Chief Lacey. It may not, ultimately, be something he's interested in," "For now we would just like to stabilize and see how the chief slides into the position. I assume he will do very well, after all he has been in this situation before and no one knows the town better than he." Lacey, who was appointed chief by Rooney, has served brief stints as interim town manager when Rooney was out of town for conferences or when he had time off during his more than three-year tenure. Some of those stints occurred during major storms or when Lacey had to make executive decisions related to the COVID-19 pandemic. Lacey said: "I'm looking forward to the opportunity of interim manager. I'm honored that I'm being asked." In the interim role, Lacey would also continue as police chief. A 34-year veteran of the police department, Lacey said he is not yet certain he is ready to close the door on his career in law enforcement. Lacey said: "I have to weigh it out. ... Am I ready to or willing to turn in my police badge and make that giant leap of faith?" "The tenure of managers haven't always been the longest. I have to weigh that in. I enjoy the town, I grew up in town and I've worked for the police department for the last 34 years and I wish to remain gainfully employed," Stay up to date on this developing story at <a href="http://westerlysun.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">westerlysun.com</a> There are a lot of businesses in our community that are hiring right now, so we’re excited to tell you about some new job listings. Today’s Job posting comes from Cargill in Westerly. They’re looking for shipping and receiving associates. You’ll be responsible for working in a fast paced environment packing meat products. Pay is up $20.00 per hour. If you’re interested and think you’d be a good fit for the role you can apply using the link in our episode description. <a href="https://www.indeed.com/jobs?l=Westerly%2C%20RI&amp;mna=5&amp;aceid&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwpf2IBhDkARIsAGVo0D2S3gEb-328GyRpBuTTeeKPdn3-klOh0KYAsfete6MEZmI5S4qTg-4aAnQkEALw_wcB&amp;vjk=740518464e480bd4" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.indeed.com/jobs?l=Westerly%2C%20RI&amp;mna=5&amp;aceid&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQjwpf2IBhDkARIsAGVo0D2S3gEb-328GyRpBuTTeeKPdn3-klOh0KYAsfete6MEZmI5S4qTg-4aAnQkEALw_wcB&amp;vjk=740518464e480bd4</a> Today we’re remembering the life of Agnes Brightman, of Post Road in Westerly. She was the beloved wife of the late Henry Brightman. Born in Hopkinton, Agnes was a communicant of St. Vincent de Paul Church in Bradford for many years. She was a state employee working at Chariho High School and after years of dedicated service, retired from the URI bookstore. She was a Den Mother in the 1960s and enjoyed membership with the Charlestown Senior Center. Agnes was a loving and devoted mother to three sons and Agnes also leaves her grandchildren, four great-grandchildren, and three great-great-grandchildren. Thank you for taking a moment with us today to remember and celebrate Agnes’s life. That’s it for today, we’ll be back next time with more! Also, remember to check out our sponsor Perennial, Daily Gut &amp; Brain, available at the CVS on Main St. in Wakefield!See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Westerly Sun - 2021-09-20: Brian P. Burke, Shawn Lacey as Interim Town Manager, and Agnes Brightman

Westerly Police Chief Shawn Lacey spoke with Gene about the damages and power outages reported in Westerly as a result of Tropical Storm Henri. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Westerly Police Chief Shawn Lacey spoke with Gene about the damages and power outages reported in Westerly as a result of Tropical Storm Henri. See <a href="https://omnystudio.com/listener" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">omnystudio.com/listener</a> for privacy information.

Westerly Police Chief Shawn Lacey - Tropical Storm Henri - 8-23-21