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Providence City Council approves ban on gas-powered leaf blowers by 2033
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence City Council has voted to phase out the use gas-powered leaf blowers, approving a full citywide ban by...
2025 Rhode Island election results
The 2025 Rhode Island election results: Early results show that Jill Davidson has won the Democratic nomination for the Ward 2 Providence City Council special election, earning strong...
Providence gives Bhad Bhabie city citation for cultural impact and hip-hop contributions
The City of Providence honors rapper and internet sensation Bhad Bhabie with an official city citation, delivered by Councilman John Goncalves. The citation...
Palestinian flag display causes executive order in Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I.— Mayor Brett Smiley issues an executive order for stricter flag policy at Providence City Hall after Palestinian flag display controversy. Under...
Palestinian flag raised at Providence City Hall, sparks protest and national attention
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Palestinian flag was raised above Providence City Hall on Friday, drawing protest, political disagreement, and national attention. We were...
Providence City Council to raise Palestinian flag over City Hall
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence City Council is inviting the public to a Palestinian flag-raising ceremony outside City Hall on Friday, May 16,...
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Accused carjacker missing from home confinement
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Kendall Towns, a 20-year-old Providence man accused in an armed carjacking, is considered missing from home confinement after authorities say...
