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Rhode Island ranks 6th best state for retirement in 2025 study

Bankrate has released its annual list of the best and worst states for retirement, using a methodology that weighs factors based on what...

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Former North Kingstown coach gets probation in ‘naked fat test’ case

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Former North Kingstown High School boys’ basketball coach Aaron Thomas has avoided jail time and was sentenced to...

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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 home at the American Sign Museum in Cincinnati, Ohio. After years...

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Meet our Dog of the Week, Thyme

Meet our Dog of the Week, Thyme! This hunk desperately needs someone to give him a chance. He has been really thriving while...

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Newport Creamery at Garden City to be demolished in 2027

CRANSTON, R.I. — The City of Cranston’s Development Plan Review Committee has approved a proposal from Garden City Center’s owner, WS Development, for...

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Helena Foulkes reacts to Jimmy Kimmel firing

Rhode Island gubernatorial candidate Helena Foulkes took to social media today, blasting the Trump Administration’s actions as “disgraceful.” “Free speech is free speech,...

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Providence housing report: Rents up 16%, 24,000 evictions since 2020

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new report from the city’s housing crisis task force shows the depth of the “housing emergency” in Providence and...

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Barrington community divided over teacher’s Charlie Kirk post

BARRINGTON, R.I. — Barrington High School students and teachers well as parents are calling for the dismissal of their teacher Ben Fillo, after...

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Young-Woods Elementary mural honors Sgt. Cornel Young Jr.

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Community members, city leaders, and law enforcement officials gathered at Young-Woods Elementary School on April 8 to dedicate a mural honoring...