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Rhode Island minimum wage to increase to $17/hour by 2027
Starting January 1, 2026, Rhode Island’s minimum wage will rise to $16 an hour as part of a planned increase that will eventually...
Rhode Island ranks #8 in life expectancy in the U.S.
In a new 2025 report from Nursa, Rhode Island ranks #8 in life expectancy nationwide. The study looked at everything from access to...
Newport Creamery loses Garden City lease after 63 years amid Apple store speculation
CRANSTON, R.I. — After more than six decades as a staple in Garden City Center, the Newport Creamery restaurant will be closing after...
18-year-old Providence woman killed in I-195 crash
SEEKONK, M.A. — An 18-year-old woman from Providence was killed in a three-car crash late Sunday night on I-195 West, according to Massachusetts...
Crash shuts down I-195 near the Massachusetts-Rhode Island border
SEEKONK, M.A. — A crash late Sunday night has shutdown I-195 Westbound near the Rhode Island state line. The Massachusetts Department of Transportation...
North Kingstown officer struck by car in undercover child predator sting
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — A North Kingstown police officer was seriously injured Friday night during an undercover sting targeting child exploitation. Authorities say...
Woonsocket man faces first-degree murder charge in brother’s death
WOONSOCKET, R.I. — A Woonsocket man is facing a first-degree murder charge in his brother’s death after a fight, reported by police. Just...
Meet our Dog of the Week, Daphne
Meet our Dog of the Week, Daphne! Daphne is really hoping this is the week she finally gets adopted. She has seen so many other dogs...
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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,...
