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Why Rhode Island had five state capitals and how it shaped the state’s history

Rhode Island’s early government was unlike any other in the country. Instead of one permanent capital, the state once operated with five different capitals,...

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Newport marks anniversary of America’s first roller skating rink

On this day: America’s first roller skating rink opened in Newport, Rhode Island NEWPORT, R.I. — On August 11, 1866, Newport made history...

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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...