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Be ready for torrential rain in Bristol County Friday morning
The National Weather Service issued a report at 5:07 a.m. on Friday for torrential rain until 6 a.m. for Bristol County. "At 5:06 a.m., Doppler radar tracked heavy to torrential downpours over Johnston, moving northeast at 20 mph," states the weather service. "Minor nuisance flooding of typically flood prone areas."
Single family residence sells in Westwood for $1.1 million
A house located at 36 Kingswood Road in Westwood has a new owner. The 1,809-square-foot property, built in 1960, was sold on June 11, 2024, for $1,102,500, or $609 per square foot. This single-story home offers a spacious layout with four bedrooms and four bathrooms. On the exterior, the house is characterized by a gable roof design, featuring roofing made of asphalt. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the home includes an underground/basement two-car garage, ensuring ample room for parking and storage. The property encompasses a generous 0.9-acre of land.
Share Your 4th of July Parade Photos
Norwood’s 4th of July parade has a long, and fascinating history, and we would like to collect photos from as many parades as possible for our archives. Today I am sharing this photo from my personal collection. It shows Alan Thornton, Lenny Lasalvi, my grandfather Russell Webber, Dom Cimo, and Bill Abril, marching in the 4th 0f July parade in 1972 or 73.
Man shot in the leg on Chad Brown Street in Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Providence Police said a 19-year-old male was shot in the leg this morning on Chad Brown Street. According to officials, officers responded to the scene to learn that the individual was sitting in his vehicle when it happened. Providence officials said the individual is currently...
5 men arrested after ‘unruly’ crowd gathers in downtown Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Four juveniles and one man were arrested in Providence yesterday after refusing to disperse from a large crowd in downtown Providence. According to officials, Providence Police had received a call that fireworks were falling on top of homes. Crews were dispatched to find illegally parked...
Providence man found guilty of first-degree murder sentenced to consecutive life terms
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A Providence man was sentenced to consecutive life terms for first-degree murder back in 2021, according to the Attorney General. Juan Rivera, 37, was found guilty of one count of murder, one count of conspiracy to commit murder, and a host of other charges in Providence Superior Court back in March.
Rhode Island woman accused of defrauding seniors, vulnerable individuals in 41 states of $10 million dollars
PROVIDENCE, RI – A Rhode Island woman who is alleged to have created and executed direct-mail sweepstakes schemes that defrauded seniors and other vulnerable individuals in Rhode Island and in dozens of states across the country out of an estimated $10 million dollars, has been indicted by a federal grand jury and arraigned on conspiracy and fraud charges, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha.
Providence to celebrate Cape Verdean Independence Day
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The country of Cape Verde is celebrating their Independence Day today. July 5, 1975 is when the country officially gained independence from the country of Portugal. Providence will be celebrating the annual Cape Verdean Independence Day Festival on Sunday, July 7 at Roger Williams...
Come Sail Away – The Second Annual Boston Harbor Ladies Challenge
Four years ago, Kathleen Seero was standing on the dock at Savin Hill Yacht Club after a race when a thought crossed her mind that she couldn’t shake. As she looked across at her two female fellow racers, she thought, there needs to be more women here. After years...
Heat, humidity could fuel severe storms for Boston this weekend
The first wave of rain, of several, exited the coast Friday morning but more is on the way. Severe thunderstorm warnings were issued for parts of Maine Friday but have since expired. For a full list of severe weather alerts, click here. Clouds are tough and hanging low too as...
Man critically injured in shooting outside Brockton mall
A man is fighting for his life after a shooting outside a mall in Brockton, Massachusetts, on July 4, according to police. Brockton police said they were called to an outer parking area at the Westgate Mall at 11:56 p.m. Thursday. The 21-year-old victim was dropped off at the hospital and stabilized before being transferred to a Boston-area hospital for further treatment.
Kingston girl brought to tears after lemonade stand nets her Zach Bryan tickets
A 10-year-old girl from Kingston will be heading to Boston’s most in-demand concert of 2024 because of her entrepreneurial spirit and the kindness of strangers. The girl, who was trying to raise money for tickets to see country music star Zach Bryan at Gillette Stadium later this month, was spotted pouring drinks at her lemonade stand on Grove Street on Tuesday, July 2.
Dorchester Teen Charged with Firearm Possession After Mattapan Chase
Earlier today, Boston's Youth Violence Strike Force took Mekhi Clagon, a 19-year-old from Dorchester, into custody on several firearm charges. The arrest occurred in Mattapan after officers on patrol observed Clagon allegedly concealing a weapon under his clothing. The incident took place at approximately 12:44 AM at the intersection of...
17-year-old shot in the stomach outside East Bridgewater condo complex on July 4th
EAST BRIDGEWATER — A 17-year-old boy was shot in the parking lot of a condominium complex on the night of the Fourth of July, police said. Police received a 911 call reporting that a person was shot on Robins Street, in the parking lot outside the Pompohono Pines condominium complex, shortly before 9 p.m.
Police: Boston man facing kidnapping, assault charges after going to home and grabbing child by neck
A Boston man is facing kidnapping and assault charges after police said he walked up to a home on the Fourth of July, grabbed a child by the back of the neck and tried to drag the boy to the street.
Boston Police Arrest Roslindale Man on Multiple Firearm Charges After Traffic Stop Escalates
In the bustle of Roslindale on Independence Day, Boston Police Department's Youth Violence Strike Force apprehended a man following a chase that began with a routine traffic stop. Adrian Fernandes, 24, was arrested on multiple firearm charges, as detailed in a statement released by the Boston Police Department. After observing...
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