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Warwick hosts Rhode Island State BBQ Championship
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — The annual Rhode Island State BBQ Championship was held in Warwick on Friday and Saturday. Over 20 competitors participated in this year’s event in categories such as chicken, ribs, pork, and brisket. This year’s competition featured Bill Gillespie, founder and Head Pit Master of...
Rhode Island’s Raw Appeal: 10 Stellar Spots to Savor Fresh Seafood
Rhode Island – the Ocean State beckons with its beautiful coastline and, of course, its delectable bounty from the sea. What better way to experience the freshest seafood than with a raw bar feast? Rhode Island offers an array of raw delights, from oysters on the half-shell to littleneck clams and chilled shrimp. So, grab your appetite and a chilled glass of wine, and dive into these 10 phenomenal spots to indulge in a raw bar experience:
Large crowds welcome Great Elephant Migration statues during Newport stop
NEWPORT - Cloudy skies and humidity the day after Independence Day did not curtail crowds, many gathered along the Cliff Walk and lawns of Rough Point, The Breakers and Salve Regina’s Ochre Court to get an up-close look at the life-sized elephant statues that will call the oceanfront their home until early September. ...
North South Trail Exeter To Carbuncle Pond Is One Of The Best Waterfall Hikes In Rhode Island
We might not have as many waterfalls in Rhode Island as some states, but those we do have are simply breathtaking. Stepstone Falls might be the most well-known of them all, a bucket list-worthy natural wonder that draws outdoor lovers to experience its beauty. This must-visit cascade is reachable along several paths, including the North South Trail Exeter to Carbuncle Pond, one of the best waterfall hikes in Rhode Island.
ICYMI: A celebrity wedding, an elephant art exhibit and a mistrial
This week: Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey tie the knot in Westerly, the Great Elephant Migration exhibit makes its way to Newport and -- in case you missed it -- a mistrial is declared in the Karen Read trial. Olivia Culpo and Christian McCaffrey's wedding dazzles Rhode Island. Rhode Island...
100 Life-Sized Elephants Lumber Along a Newport Cliff in a Global Conservation Project
A herd of elephants has arrived in Newport, Rhode Island, on the first leg of their 3,500-mile journey across the U.S. Jointly organized by two nonprofits, Elephant Family and CoExistence, the monumental public work draws attention to the relationships between people and wildlife, particularly as the human population grows and encroaches on natural habitats.
Alan Bernstein brings his Jazz Quartet to King Park on July 12
The New England Music Organization proudly announces an evening celebrating live music with the Alan Bernstein Jazz Quartet at King Park on Friday, July 12th, from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Presented in collaboration with North End Entertainment and the Friends Of The Waterfront thanks to a generous grant from the Isham Family Fund, this free event promises to deliver a captivating musical experience against the picturesque backdrop of Newport’s scenic waterfront.
Los Duderinos and Bill Bartholomew to perform at King Park on July 14
Newport’s music scene around Broadway has been gaining regional attention lately and Los Duderinos have been at the forefront of that movement. The group has become a favorite on Sunday nights at Pour Judgment, happy to entertain the late-night crowd that doesn’t want the weekend to end with sets starting at 10 pm.
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