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Casey’s Law would increase road rage penalties in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — New proposed legislation known as “Casey’s Law” would increase penalties for road rage-related crimes in Rhode Island following the death...
ByContributorMay 14, 2026Rhode Island bill would require paid time off for blood donations
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A new bill introduced at the Rhode Island State House would require employers to provide paid leave for full-time employees...
ByContributorMay 14, 20263 arrested after fight between families at North Providence baseball field leaves girl with broken foot
NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Three people were arrested after a fight between two families at a North Providence baseball field allegedly turned violent...
ByContributorMay 14, 2026Rhode Island could pay over $1.5M for credit monitoring after mailing error
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The State of Rhode Island may end up paying more than $1.5 million for credit monitoring services tied to a...
ByContributorMay 13, 2026Rhode Island luxury handbag brand Lindquist focuses on ethical craftsmanship
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence-based luxury handbag brand Lindquist is known for its approach to American-made fashion and ethical manufacturing. The Rhode Island brand...
ByContributorMay 13, 2026Rhode Island ranks 5th among states where you’re most likely to die alone
A new national study found Rhode Island singles rank among the adults least likely to get married, with neighboring Massachusetts also placing near...
ByContributorMay 13, 2026Quidnessett Country Club faced with lawsuit over “illegal” seawall
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — The State of Rhode Island has filed a lawsuit against Quidnessett Country Club, accusing the waterfront golf club of...
ByContributorMay 13, 2026Arrest made in deadly Swift Street shooting in Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Providence police say an arrest has been made in connection with the deadly Swift Street shooting that killed 20-year-old Joseph...
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Brian Pontarelli slander lawsuit tied to RHORI affair controversy
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Cranston woman has filed a lawsuit against Brian Pontarelli, the husband of Rulla Pontarelli, accusing him of slander. escalating...
ByContributorMay 7, 2026