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Crook Point Bridge preservation bill heads to McKee’s desk

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Legislation aimed at the preservation of the historic Crook Point Bridge is headed to Gov. Dan McKee’s desk after...

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Rhode Island pizzeria Pasquale’s ranked among top 15 in U.S.

WAKEFIELD, R.I. — Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana, a Rhode Island favorite, has been ranked among the top 15 pizzerias in the United States...

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Pete Buttigieg endorses Sabina Matos for Lt. Governor

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former U.S. Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg endorses Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos in her bid...

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Rhode Island ranks among worst state economies in 2026 study

Rhode Island ranked 47th out of all 50 states and Washington, D.C., in WalletHub’s 2026 Best & Worst State Economies report, placing...

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Rhode Island pizzeria Pasquale’s ranked among top 15 in U.S.

WAKEFIELD, R.I. — Pasquale’s Pizzeria Napoletana, a Rhode Island favorite, has been ranked among the top 15 pizzerias in the United States for...

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Pete Buttigieg endorses Sabina Matos for Lt. Governor

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former U.S. Transportation Secretary and presidential candidate Pete Buttigieg endorses Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos in her bid for...

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Rhode Island ranks among worst state economies in 2026 study

Rhode Island ranked 47th out of all 50 states and Washington, D.C., in WalletHub’s 2026 Best & Worst State Economies report, placing the...

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Barrington Christian Academy coach charged after alleged misconduct with student

BARRINGTON, R.I. — A Barrington Christian Academy coach and staff member is facing criminal charges following an investigation into alleged inappropriate conduct involving...

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Boston meteor explosion creates sonic boom across New England

BOSTON, M.A. — The American Meteor Society said a meteor explosion in New England caused the loud booms heard shortly after 2 p.m....

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Meet our Dog of the Week, Phee

Meet our Dog of the Week, Phee! Phee is a 5-month-old, female, mixed breed and we expect her to grow into a medium...

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Al Fresco on the Hill approved through Labor Day despite opposition

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Al Fresco on the Hill will now run through Labor Day weekend after the Providence Board of Licenses voted to...

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Reef Wellness opens cannabis dispensary in Woonsocket

WOONSOCKET, R.I. — Reef Wellness has officially opened its doors at 1950 Diamond Hill Road, bringing Rhode Island’s newest cannabis dispensary to northern...

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URI medical school proposal passes Rhode Island Senate

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Rhode Island Senate passed legislation that would create a medical school at the University of Rhode Island (URI) as...

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Del’s Lemonade returning to longtime Westerly location

WESTERLY, R.I. — Del’s Lemonade will return to its longtime summer location in Westerly after uncertainty surrounded the future of the popular stand...

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Johnston Senior High yearbook cover misspells “school”

JOHNSTON, R.I. — Johnston Senior High School is working to replace about 125 copies of its 2025-2026 yearbook after a spelling error was...

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Providence courthouse opens new legal resource center

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new legal resource center has opened at the Garrahy Judicial Complex in Providence, giving people without attorneys additional help...

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    Why Rhode Island had five state capitals and how it shaped the state’s history

    Rhode Island’s early government was unlike any other in the country. Instead...

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    The Blizzard of ’78, 48 years later

    The Blizzard of ’78 remains one of the most destructive winter storms...

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    On this day in 1890: Narragansett Brewing Company opens

    CRANSTON, R.I. — On this day in 1890, Narragansett Brewing Company officially...

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    WARWICK, R.I. — A beloved piece of Rhode Island’s past is making...

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    Doris Duke’s Newport tragedy: 59 years later, mystery around Eduardo Tirella’s death endures

    NEWPORT, R.I. — Today marks the anniversary of one of Newport’s most infamous...

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    An original Benny’s sign arrives at American Sign Museum

    CINCINNATI, O.H. — A Benny’s beloved sign has officially found its new...