Providence Breaking News

Providence City Council Approves Payment for Historic Furniture Collection Storage

News Summary The Providence City Council has authorized a $21,000 payment to Jones Moving & Storage to settle overdue fees…

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North Providence Launches New School Bus Safety Program

News Summary North Providence has introduced a new school bus safety initiative aimed at preventing illegal passing of stopped buses.…

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Butler Hospital Staff Prepare to Strike on May 15

News Summary Staff at Butler Hospital in Providence, RI are set to strike on May 15 after 91% of employees…

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Echo Village Pallet Shelters to Open in Providence

News Summary The Echo Village Pallet Shelters in Providence will officially open by the end of February 2025, aimed at…

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Brown University Faces Visa Revocations for Students

News Summary Brown University has confirmed the revocation of visas for at least one current student and several recent graduates,…

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Rhode Island Proposes Tax Hike for High Earners

News Summary Concerns are mounting over proposed legislation in Rhode Island to raise the top income tax rate from 5.99%…

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WaterFire Providence Announces 2025 Season Schedule

News Summary WaterFire Providence has unveiled its 2025 season schedule, featuring a variety of lighting events from May 15 to…

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Roger Williams Park Zoo to Unveil ‘Penguin Point’ Exhibit

News Summary The Roger Williams Park Zoo in Providence is set to open its new exhibit, 'Penguin Point,' featuring Humboldt…

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Providence College Appoints Dr. Thomas Smith as New Provost

News Summary Providence College has appointed Dr. Thomas Smith as its new provost and senior vice president for academic affairs,…

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Holiday Lighting Ceremony Celebrates Nibbles Woodaway

News Summary The 32nd annual Holiday Lighting ceremony for the Big Blue Bug took place in Providence, RI, featuring the…

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