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Man charged after allegedly threatening Cumberland elementary school staff member

CUMBERLAND, R.I. — A man is facing multiple charges after allegedly threatening a staff member outside Norton Elementary School on Monday morning. Police...

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Approval rating of Governor McKee at 29%, faces tough 2026 reelection according to newly released poll

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Governor Dan McKee’s reelection bid faces headwinds, with just 29% of Rhode Islanders approving of his job performance and only...

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2025 Cider Fest at Newport Vineyards

2025 Cider Fest at Newport Vineyards is almost here!September 21, 2025 • 12:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. Join Newport Vineyards for a family...

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“Bike the Beach New England” raises nearly $300K for autism programs

NEWPORT, R.I. — Cyclists from across the region gathered at King’s Park last Saturday for the annual Bike the Beach New England ride, an event...

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Historic Chan’s Fine Oriental Dining in Woonsocket listed for sale

WOONSOCKET, R.I. — Chan’s Fine Oriental Dining, the downtown restaurant famous for its food and jazz music is up for sale. Owner John...

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NFL Week 2: Patriots beat Dolphins 33–27

MIAMI, F.L. — The Mike Vrabel era in New England has its first victory. Drake Maye threw for two touchdowns, ran for another,...

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Rhode Island opens applications for 24 new recreational cannabis licenses

At the start of the Cannabis Control Commission’s monthly meeting Friday, Chairperson Kimberly Ahern announced that regulators are now accepting online applications for...

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Mount Hope Bridge needs repairs less than a month after resurfacing

BRISTOL, R.I. — Less than a month after the Mount Hope Bridge resurfacing project wrapped up with crews finishing more than 33 hours...

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Jayd Bun ranks #61 on Yelp’s Top 100 Restaurants of 2026

WAKEFIELD, R.I. — Yelp’s Top 100 US Restaurants 2026 highlights the highest-reviewed places to eat across the country. The list includes restaurants, diners,...