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State Trooper Injured in Crash During Roadside Inspection

News Summary A Rhode Island state trooper sustained minor injuries after a crash on I-95 in Cranston during a roadside…

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Rhode Island General Assembly Finalizes Legislative Session with Major Reforms

News Summary The Rhode Island General Assembly has wrapped up its legislative session with a series of new laws focused…

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Pawtucket Mayor Explores Alternative Employee Benefits After Salary Rejection

News Summary In response to the Pawtucket City Council's rejection of a salary increase for municipal employees, Mayor Donald Grebien…

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Islay Taylor Takes Helm as Executive Director of DESIGNxRI

News Summary Islay Taylor has been appointed as the executive director of DESIGNxRI, succeeding Rue Sakayama. She brings extensive experience…

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Providence Man Arrested for Allegedly Firing Gun in Altercation

News Summary Wilken Jean, a 19-year-old from Providence, has been arrested on multiple charges, including felony assault and firearm offenses,…

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Ownership Transition at Tortilla Flats in Providence

News Summary Tortilla Flats, a cherished Rhode Island restaurant famous for its Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, is changing ownership after…

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Providence Unveils Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026

News Summary Mayor Brett P. Smiley has proposed a $624 million budget for Providence, marking a 4% increase from the…

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Providence Takes Action to Mitigate Nightlife Noise Disturbances

News Summary Providence is addressing noise disturbances from its nightlife while ensuring economic stability. The administration's new sound mitigation program,…

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Providence Woman Faces Charges After Fatal Three-Vehicle Crash

News Summary A 36-year-old woman from Providence has been charged with DUI and other offenses following a tragic three-vehicle crash…

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Growth of Minority-Owned Businesses in Rhode Island

News Summary Rhode Island is witnessing a significant rise in minority-owned businesses, with a 62% increase in Black-owned enterprises and…

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