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The Washington Bridge: alleged fraud and questionable political donations

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — RIDOT had considered replacing the Washington Bridge in 2019 and 2020. They performed a number of evaluations of the bridge...

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Jefferson Boulevard I-95 South on-ramp closed until 2027

WARWICK, R.I. — Drivers who use Jefferson Boulevard to access I-95 South should prepare for a long-term change. The Rhode Island Department of...

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Three charged in RIDOT copper wire theft

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Three men were arraigned Thursday in Providence District Court in connection with a string of copper wire thefts that damaged...

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Highway copper wire theft reported by RIDOT

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — This morning on the Gene Valicenti show, RIDOT director Peter Alviti discussed how copper wires used to light the highways...

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Washington Bridge shutdown 2 years ago

Happy 2-Year Anniversary to the Washington Bridge closure. Because nothing says Rhode Island like a “temporary” shutdown that becomes a historical landmark. On...

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Third Washington Bridge oversight hearing to take place Thursday

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The third oversight hearing since the westbound Washington Bridge was abruptly closed will be held Thursday afternoon. This session will...

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Crash on I-95 Northbound at Exit 35

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Traffic Alert: Crash on I-95 Northbound at Exit 35 (US-1A/Thurbers Ave.) in Providence. The right lane and right shoulder are...

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Another RIDOT blunder leads to a contractor and RIDOT being sued

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — A Providence family suing the Rhode Island Department of Transportation returns to court tomorrow for mediation. What started as a...

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Chargers eat at Los Andes restaurant ahead of AFC Wild Card vs. Patriots

PROVIDENCE, R.I. — As the Los Angeles Chargers settle into New England for their AFC Wild Card game against the Patriots, several players...