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Filming for JJ Abrams’ Ghostwriter takes place in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. — Filming for JJ Abrams’ Ghostwriter, starring Glen Powell, was underway in Cranston on Tuesday afternoon. Crews were spotted along Pontiac...
Whistleblower alleges Cardi Corp. broke the Washington Bridge in 2017
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — On May 6th of 2024, a whistleblower filed a Qui Tam lawsuit against Cardi Corp for false claims made while...
Hollywood hits Providence: Glen Powell films Ghostwriter as Rhode Island becomes movie filming hotspot
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Hollywood lights this week in Providence. College Hill transformed into a film set as Ghostwriter, directed by J.J. Abrams and...
Rhode Island assistant AG arrested in Newport last week
NEWPORT, R.I. — Police have released body-worn camera footage from the arrest of a Rhode Island assistant attorney general for allegedly trespassing. Officers...
Two arrested after shots fired and police chase in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. — Gunfire erupted just after 5 a.m. Monday near Woodbury Road off Broad Street. Police say someone opened fire on a...
Butler Hospital reaches tentative deal after 3-month strike
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — After more than three months on the picket line, union workers at Butler Hospital have reached a tentative contract agreement...
Shark washes ashore in Westerly
WESTERLY, R.I. — Beachgoers in one of Rhode Island’s most exclusive spots were stunned this afternoon when a shark washed ashore near in...
Great white sharks tagged off Rhode Island
Two young great white sharks were tagged off Rhode Island. The Atlantic Shark Institute has added two more great white sharks to its...
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Over 50 animals rescued from house in Central Falls, RISPCA requesting donations
The Rhode Island Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (RISPCA) is asking for the public’s help after rescuing over 50 animals...
