Waterfire Providence hosts its first even of the year, “Starts at Sunset,” this Thursday, May 15. Supported by Providence Tourism Council, Starts At Sunset is a community gathering on the …
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5/14/25
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A group of veterinarians, vet techs, private donors, and pet loving community members have given low-income pet owners a great gift in Riverside.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/14/25
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Sip, slurp, and savor the best of Rhode Island’s coastal cuisine at the annual Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival, held on the historic waterfront at Bowen’s Wharf. Spend the weekend …
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5/14/25
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Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England recently announced that Acadia Ullucci, of Rumford, earned the Girl Scout Gold Award, the highest award in Girl Scouting.
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5/14/25
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Celebrate World Turtle Day with the family on Friday, May 23, at the Audubon Nature Center and Aquarium. Meet a variety of turtles up close and personal — touching, learning, and even snapping …
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5/14/25
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The annual festival brings traditional fiber arts to life with sheep shearing and wool dyeing demonstrations, spinning and weaving exhibits and Two Coves Farm sheepdog herding demonstrations. Browse …
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5/14/25
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The East Providence boys track team finished their dual meet season by crushing Tiverton 103-50 and Mt. Hope 115-32 at home on Monday evening. The third place Townies improved their overall record to …
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Story and Photos by Rich Dionne
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5/14/25
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The Greater Tiverton Community Chorus will present its annual spring concert, “Make A Joyful Noise,” under the direction of Christian Black and accompanied by Katie Estrella. The theme …
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5/14/25
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The Bristol Historical & Preservation Society, the Battle of Rhode Island Association, and the Bristol 250 Commission have joined forces to sponsor a weekend of events celebrating the 250th …
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5/14/25
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As the sounds of “Chirp,” “Tweet,” “Coo,” “Caw,” and other bird songs multiply each day, spring rolls in like a natural wake-up call as the sun slowly …
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By Michelle Mercure
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5/14/25
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Environmental Police Officers from the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are teaming up with boating safety advocates across the U.S. and Canada to promote safe, responsible …
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5/13/25
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The whale has been determined to have been dead since at least January, but it is not known how it died.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/13/25
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Amy Moran, a middle school teacher at Edward R. Martin Middle School, is one of just five educators in the entire United States to earn the honor.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/12/25
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“We are thrilled that the Block Island inshore fishing fournament keeps growing. We surveyed past participants and put what we learned to use to expand the tournament,” said Capt. …
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By Capt. Dave Monti
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5/12/25
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Whether you’re on the high seas or just cruising the bay, navigate the water safely and wear your life jacket.
Environmental police officers from the R.I. Department of Environmental …
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5/12/25
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STORY OF THE WEEK: Legislative leaders in Rhode Island have for years reflexively opposed efforts to raise broad-based taxes. The trend has been more in the other direction, with a four-point cut in …
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By Ian Donnis
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5/12/25
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On May 12, the full flower moon will appear in the sky representing renewal, growth, and fresh beginnings. Seasoned southern New England gardeners recognize this event as the official kickoff of the …
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By Cindy and Ed Moura
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5/12/25
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The Mount Hope Farm in Bristol, Rhode Island, has sustained a long and historical existence. Its origins hark back to the cradle of the earliest American settlements and townships, continuing as a …
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By Michael Khouri
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5/12/25
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In my 30 years of traffic management in some form, I don't make this recommendation lightly.
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5/9/25
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While the East Providence Waterfront Commission checked off one of its final local approvals for the development, the group fighting against the development continues its efforts.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/8/25
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If I didn’t have a child, I’d be in Peru right now. Why Peru? I say, why not? I mean, I’ve never been, for one. I heard one of the Seven Wonders is there, so that sounds pretty …
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5/8/25
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Valarie Lawson reflects on her historic rise to one of the loftiest political positions in the state, pay respects to mentor she succeeded, and highlight some of the state’s priority issues ahead.
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By Ethan Hartley
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5/7/25
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Sunday is a day typically dedicated to relaxation, and Mother’s Day lands on a Sunday — so a morning (or afternoon) stroll through a specialty market geared toward moms might be the …
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5/7/25
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To the editor: Day 100 of the current administration is upon us. With that formidable reality, I rise each day struggling to choose hope over despair. You may be feeling similarly—daunted by …
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5/7/25
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The Bristol Art Museum presents "Bull in the China Shop," a dynamic and thought-provoking exhibit on view from Sunday, May 11, through Saturday, June 28. Featuring a compelling mix of functional and …
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5/7/25
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