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Roger Williams Park Zoo mourns loss of Raff, beloved golden lion tamarin

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Roger Williams Park Zoo announced the death of Raff, a 12-year-old golden lion tamarin who had been a longtime resident. Zoo...

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Cranston police K9s receive donated protective vests

CRANSTON, R.I. — Three K9s with the Cranston Police Department now have new bullet- and stab-protective vests thanks to a charitable donation. K9s Odin, Beny and...

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RI AG not pursuing criminal charges despite RICO allegations in lawsuit against CVS

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha is not pursuing criminal charges against CVS Health, even as a newly filed federal lawsuit alleges the company...

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“Fat dog” comment, vegan cheese at center of ethics commission trial

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Former Rhode Island Director of Administration Jim Thorsen testified Tuesday before the Rhode Island Ethics Commission as part of an ongoing case examining his alleged...

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St. Joseph’s Day zeppole tradition draws crowds to RI bakeries

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The St. Joseph’s Day zeppole Rhode Island tradition is once again bringing crowds to bakeries across the state as residents celebrate the annual...

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North Smithfield teen missing since March 11. Police seeking public’s help.

NORTH SMITHFIELD, R.I. — North Smithfield police are asking for the public’s help in locating a 15-year-old girl who has not been seen...

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McKee proposes plan to eliminate Rhode Island tax on Social Security benefits

NEWPORT, R.I. — A Social Security tax elimination plan proposed by Dan McKee would phase out the state tax on Social Security benefits over the next several...

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RI income tax reduction bill would phase in cuts over five years

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — An income tax reduction bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House would gradually lower personal income tax rates over the next several years....

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Third W-2 error for State of Rhode Island employees

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The newest W2 error is affecting thousands of state college employees, marking the latest issue in a series of tax form...