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(Rh)ode to the Past
(Rh)ode to the Past is our tribute to Rhode Island’s rich history, hidden gems, and unforgettable stories. From iconic landmarks to beloved traditions, explore the people, places, and moments that helped shape the Ocean State.
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On this day in 1890: Narragansett Brewing Company opens
CRANSTON, R.I. — On this day in 1890, Narragansett Brewing Company officially opened its doors, kicking off a legacy that would make it...
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Rocky Point Chowder House coming to Warwick Mall
WARWICK, R.I. — A beloved piece of Rhode Island’s past is making a comeback. The Rocky Point Chowder House is set to open...
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Doris Duke’s Newport tragedy: 59 years later, mystery around Eduardo Tirella’s death endures
NEWPORT, R.I. — Today marks the anniversary of one of Newport’s most infamous tragedies, the 1966 death of Eduardo Tirella, a designer and close...
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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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The Great Hurricane of 1938: One of Rhode Island’s deadliest storms
The Great Hurricane of 1938 remains one of Rhode Island’s most destructive and deadly natural disasters, forever altering the coastline and leaving behind...
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The Kennedy Wedding in Newport: A look back at September 12, 1953
NEWPORT, R.I. — Remembering the Kennedy Wedding in Newport: Today marks the anniversary of the wedding of John F. Kennedy and Jacqueline Bouvier,...
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The History of Hasbro in Rhode Island: From Pawtucket roots to global toy giant
PAWTUCKET, R.I. — Long before it became a household name behind toys like Mr. Potato Head, G.I. Joe, and Transformers, Hasbro was a small...
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Rhode Island’s connection to the Victory Day kiss photograph
On August 14, 1945, George Mendonsa, a Newport native who later lived in Middletown, was photographed celebrating after Japan’s surrender was announced. The...
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Garden City to get 4 new restaurants
CRANSTON, R.I. — Garden City Center is preparing for a major dining expansion, with four new restaurants expected to open at the Cranston...
