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South Providence Park, Coastal Access Point Closed by Private Owner
PROVIDENCE — Residents of South Providence and Washington Park looking to beat the heat this summer are having to go without one of their neighborhoods’ most significant parks and coastal access points. Long considered a hidden gem, Collier Point Park is a 6-acre green space tucked away between...
Will Dickson Earns 3rd Place Finish at Waterloo Open
Rhode Island’s Will Dickson finished in third place at the Waterloo Open this weekend in Iowa. Dickson carded a three-round score of 22-under par to finish one shot out of a playoff for first place. The former Moses Brown star posted rounds of 63, 67 and 64 to finish...
Warwick Animal Shelter hosts 15th ‘Cause for Paws’ car show
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — The Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter hosted its 15th annual Cause for Paws Classic Car Show on Sunday. Proceeds from the show go to benefit the homeless animals housed at the shelter. ABC 6 Meteorologist Kelly Bates was on scene and got her own...
R.I. GOP candidate off the ballot after elections panel rejects signatures
Kenneth Atkinson knew something was up when the Board of Elections called him at work last Friday afternoon. The very person he was challenging for the District 45 seat in the Rhode Island House of Representatives — Cumberland Democratic Rep. Mia Ackerman — was trying to disqualify signatures on the Republican hopeful’s nomination forms. A […] The post R.I. GOP candidate off the ballot after elections panel rejects signatures appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
R.I. Commerce OKs bonds to finance Washington Bridge emergency closure and demolition work
Gov. Dan McKee’s administration now has the green light to borrow $140 million to cover the emergency repair and demolition costs of the westbound Washington Bridge — all at the cost of future federal highway funding over the next 15 years. Rhode Island Commerce Corp.’s board of directors Monday voted 9-0 to allow the state […] The post R.I. Commerce OKs bonds to finance Washington Bridge emergency closure and demolition work appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Grand Victorian in the Fall River Highlands sold for over $1M: Weekly home sales
This week’s top-selling property is an exquisite Victorian that sold for $1,250,000. Built in 1872 in the historical Highlands neighborhood, 240 Highland Avenue has been converted into a multi-family dwelling. It showcases modern updates with old world charming in every corner of the 6,700 square foot home. The main...
McKee praised FY25 budget for ‘smart investments.’ But memo warns of deficits on horizon
A month ago, Gov. Dan McKee heaped praise upon the state’s $13.96 billion fiscal 2025 budget as he signed the spending plan into law during a ceremonial State House event. His administration is now adopting a decidedly different tone, warning of a “substantial deficit” in the years to come and demanding state agencies slow their […] The post McKee praised FY25 budget for ‘smart investments.’ But memo warns of deficits on horizon appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
One Arrested- One In Hospital After Weekend Restaurant Shooting
A suspect is in custody following a weekend shooting at a Cranston restaurant. Officers were stationed at the 39 West Restaurant and Lounge on Phenix Avenue when they broke up a fight shortly before midnight Saturday. One man was hit by gunfire and taken to a hospital for treatment. Police...
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Enters Massachusetts, Rhode Island
CLEVELAND – Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) announces its distribution expansion into Massachusetts and Rhode Island with Atlantic Beverage. The brewery began its market launch on July 19, in conjunction with the release of seasonal Oktoberfest in cans and draft. In addition to the fall favorite, the brewery’s entry into the market includes new 2024 brands Juicy Vibacious Double IPA and Strawberry Pineapple Wheat in cans, and Midwest IPA in cans and draft. The launch will be supported by several kickoff events and promotions.
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