Events
Find out what’s happening across the Ocean State with our curated events calendar. From festivals and concerts to community gatherings, we spotlight can’t-miss happenings.
Newport Jazz Festival unveils official Rhode Island license plate
NEWPORT, R.I. — The Newport Festivals Foundation, the nonprofit behind the iconic Newport Jazz and Folk Festivals, has just announced the release of its...
“Boots on the Ground for Heroes” returns to Fort Adams for Memorial Day Weekend
NEWPORT, R.I. — “Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial” is back at Fort Adams State Park this Memorial Day weekend, honoring U.S....
Judge Frank Caprio serves as commencement speaker for Providence College’s class of 2025
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — This year, graduates of Providence College were privileged to hear from “America’s Nicest Judge,” former Rhode Island judge Frank Caprio,...
Butler workers strike, show up in full force
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Today dozens of people participated in a solidarity rally with striking Butler Hospital workers on Blackstone Boulevard in Providence this...
Meet our Dogs of The Week, Porter & Parker
Meet our Dogs of the Week, Porter and Parker! These bonded brothers are STILL looking for a forever home together. An incredibly kind...
Celebrating “Quahog Week” at Fearless Fish in Providence
This week is Quahog Week in Rhode Island, running from May 11 to May 17, 2025. It’s a time to celebrate the Ocean...
Providence City Council to raise Palestinian flag over City Hall
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence City Council is inviting the public to a Palestinian flag-raising ceremony outside City Hall on Friday, May 16,...
Hundreds attend “Always Adopt” mega dog adoption event in Providence this weekend
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Hundreds of dog lovers showed up to the WaterFire Arts Center on Saturday for Always Adopt’s signature mega adoption event....
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Accused carjacker missing from home confinement
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Kendall Towns, a 20-year-old Providence man accused in an armed carjacking, is considered missing from home confinement after authorities say...
