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24-Year-Old Accused Of Pointing Fake Assault Rifle At Drivers On I-395 In Thompson, Putnam
The incident happened Friday night, Aug. 23, in Windham County. Connecticut State Police Troop D in Danielson received multiple 911 calls reporting a red-colored sedan that was being operated aggressively. The vehicle was allegedly tailgating vehicles on I-395 southbound in the towns of Thompson and Putnam while its operator was...
No working smoke alarms found after fatal Taunton fire, officials say
Investigators found no working smoke alarms in the Taunton home where a woman was killed in a fire Thursday, according to the Massachusetts Department of Fire Services. Investigators believe the fire was caused accidentally. After searching the home, they found two out-of-date smoke alarms, neither of which had batteries, the department said.
TRIVIA NIGHT at La Cantina Winery Thursday, Sept 5, 2024 - hosted by FHS Girls Soccer Boosters
"Join us for TRIVIA NIGHT at La Cantina Winery — hosted by FHS Girls Soccer Boosters!. SPACE IS LIMITED! Buy your tickets in person before — with the FHS Girls Soccer Boosters. Bring $45 cash/check to the general FHS Girls Soccer Boosters meeting—and we will get you on...
Plans for new entrance for high, middle school campus unveiled
As part of the project to replace or rehabilitate the town’s high school, a new way to enter and leave the campus is being reviewed. One of the plans discussed at the School Building Committee meeting on Aug. 14 was to close down one of the three softball fields at the middle and high school campus and use the space for the new entrance. The field to be closed down is not currently in use.
Country Farms set to reopen in Mapleville under new ownership
BURRILLVILLE – A convenient store in Mapleville that’s been closed for more than a year is now set to reopen under new ownership. Town councilors approved a new victualing license for Country Farms at 86 Mapleville Main St. submitted by Nirav Patel of North Bellerica, Mass. The business, Shiv 86 Inc., will continue to be known at Country Farms.
New Master Of Science Program Opens At URI
The University of Rhode Island has announced a new master's program. Applications will open in January for the Master of Science in Mental and Behavioral Health Counseling. The first class is expected to begin studies next summer with degrees awarded by summer 2027. The new program was given final approval...
Bristol community mourns sudden loss of beloved teacher, coach
BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR) — The town of Bristol is mourning the loss of a beloved father, husband and coach. Brian Latessa, 59, died suddenly earlier this month. "The minute he was introduced to me and we started dating, he told his friends he was going to marry me," said his wife, Monique Latessa.
Dublin Rose bids farewell with final party
SEEKONK, Mass. — The Dublin Rose held a final farewell party Friday night. The Irish pub in Seekonk celebrated a successful 11 years of business. Co-owners said the decision to close was not up to them. A Whole Foods Market will replace the pub. Seekonk town officials said the...
Westport man to be enshrined into Seekonk Speedway Wall of Fame, New England Auto Racing Hall of Fame
Seekonk Speedway announced this past week that Rick Martin of Westport, MA will be enshrined as part of the 2024 Wall of Fame class. With 50 years of competition, Rick has been to Victory Lane over 110 times at Seekonk Speedway, along with 7 championships as a driver, with one more as a car owner.
Barrington Doctor’s License Suspended for Third Time - Now, He Is a Lawyer, Too
GoLocalProv News Team and Josh Fenton and Kate Nagle. A Barrington doctor whose license has been suspended multiple times over the past decade-plus has been suspended again by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH). This week, RIDOH summarily suspended the medical license of Dr. Joseph Grillo for “his repeated...
Fall River man arrested on gun, drug and shoplifting charges
A Fall River man was arrested on gun, drug and shoplifting charges, after police responded to a report of shoplifting at the Kohl’s on Faunce Corner Road on Saturday, Aug. 17, according to the Dartmouth Police Department. A traffic stop of Carlos Pina Silva, 38, of Fall River, revealed...
Men’s Soccer Blanks Quinnipiac, 2-0, In Season Opener
PROVIDENCE, R.I.- The Providence College men's soccer team defeated the Quinnipiac Bobcats, 2-0, in the 2024 season-opener on Thursday, Aug. 22, on Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium in Providence, R.I. Graduate student Pepe Lora (Madrid, Spain) made his Friar debut and both goals of the game. Graduate goalkeeper Lukas Burns (Cinnnaminson, N.J.) recorded his 17th career shutout.
Rhode Island man held without bail after 1 kilo of cocaine, 128 grams of heroin, 2 guns, magazine, cash, seized
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – East Providence police have charged 44-year-old city resident Karl Vazquez Ayala with numerous firearms and narcotics charges following a multi- jurisdictional investigation. The case involved investigators from the United States Postal Inspection Service, Rhode State Police High-Intensity Drug Trafficking Area Task Force, Pawtucket Police Department, and the East Providence Police Department’s Special Investigations Unit.
Crusaders fall to Friars 2-1
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Holy Cross women's soccer team continued on the road with a 2-1 loss to the Friars on Thursday afternoon.IN GOAL: Holy Cross: Julia Walsh (L, 0-2), 3 saves Providence: Emma Bodmer (W, 2-0), 1 save HOW IT HAPPENED: A solo Sydney Baldwin goal at 7:47 in the first half gave the Crusaders an early advantage. The Friars scored two goals within 10 minutes, midway through the first 45 to claim the 2-1 lead. The Friars led the Crusaders 7-2 in shots and both teams had one corner a piece through 45 minutes. Neither team scored in...
Women’s Soccer Defeats Holy Cross, 2-1
PROVIDENCE, R.I.- The Providence College women's soccer team defeated the Holy Cross Crusaders, 2-1, on Thursday, August 22 on Chapey Field at Anderson Stadium in Providence, R.I. The Friars are now 2-0-0 in regular season play. SCORE. Providence 2 | Holy Cross 1. RECORDS. Providence 2-0-0 | Holy Cross 0-3-0.
Chorus of East Providence Open Sing Rehearsals
The Chorus of East Providence will hold open sing sessions on September 3, 10 and 17, 2024, 7 p.m. at St. Martha’s Church, 2595 Pawtucket Ave., East Providence. By attending one or all three sessions, potential members can decide whether this chorus is a good fit for them before making a commitment to join. All singers are welcome, those with experience, those who only sing in the privacy of their cars, as well as those who think they cannot sing. No auditions are required to join.
Two More MA National Drug Stores Have Closed their Doors, Permanently!
A new court filing this week announces the number of Rite Aid locations have dwindled as 77 stores have become casualties while the drug chain continues downsizing amid a bankruptcy that was recently filed by the national pharmacy chain. Hundreds of Rite Aid locations have closed since an initial announcement...
State Announces Lawsuit vs. 1 EG Business, Settlement With Another
State Attorney General Peter Neronha last week said his office has filed suit against the operator of several parking lots in the state, including the lot across from 333 Main St., for a pattern of unfair and deceptive practices targeting Rhode Island consumers. The attorney general also last week announced the state had reached a $1 million settlement with six R.I. car dealerships, including Flood Ford and Flood Mazda in East Greenwich, for charging or attempting to charge purchaser fees for an add-on warranty not included in the vehicles’ advertised price.
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