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East Providence Honors 99-Year-Old World War II Veteran

News Summary A special ceremony honoring 99-year-old World War II veteran Edward Boudreau took place in East Providence. The event…

6 hours ago

Providence Police Officer Arrested in Drug Investigation

News Summary A probationary officer from the Providence Police Department, Destiny Viera, has been arrested alongside Jaylan Lopez in connection…

6 hours ago

Providence City Council Distributes Know Your Rights Mailers

News Summary The Providence City Council has initiated a mailing campaign to distribute 'Know Your Rights' mailers to over 62,000…

1 day ago

Providence Homeowners Bracing for Tax Increase

News Summary Homeowners in Providence may face a significant tax increase due to a newly passed tax levy aimed at…

2 days ago

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…

3 days ago

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…

3 days ago

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…

3 days ago

East Providence Fire Department Adopts Non-PFAS Turnout Gear

News Summary The East Providence Fire Department has become the first in the U.S. to adopt non-PFAS turnout gear, investing…

5 days ago

Providence Police Arrests Teen Following Shooting Incident

News Summary Providence police have arrested 19-year-old Wilkens Jean after a shooting incident tied to a large altercation. Jean faces…

5 days ago

Rhode Island Lawmakers Move to Ban Smoking in Casinos

News Summary Rhode Island lawmakers have passed legislation to prohibit smoking inside casinos, awaiting Governor Dan McKee's approval. Set to…

5 days ago