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Viral video shows woman jumping into Providence River to save a ferret at WaterFire
It was a water rescue that you don't see every day. A video on TikTok appears to show a woman swimming in the Providence River during the July 4 WaterFire lighting in Providence – but apparently it was for good reason. The woman was trying to save a ferret...
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...
Shake Shack drive-thru menu revealed
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Shake Shacks are not new to Rhode Island, with locations on Thayer Street in Providence and the Garden City Center in Cranston. But what's new to the Ocean State – and most of the country – is the Shake Shack drive-thru. Shake Shack...
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...
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.
Cranston’s Park Theatre re-opening soon – We speak to new manager Sara Shevlin
You may have already heard that Cranston’s historic Park Theatre is scheduled to re-open this Fall. The venue, which has served theater-goers since 1924, has struggled in recent years, partially as a result of recent flooding as well as a slowdown in the live entertainment industry as it recovered from the pandemic.
Goddard Park provides a golf experience unlike any other course in Rhode Island. Here's why
WARWICK — Goddard Park Golf Course is exactly what it says it is. The state’s only true municipal golf course doesn’t offer the frills and benefits other courses provide and while there are plenty available, getting a tee time isn’t easy. The greens are cut closer to fairway length, calling the rough ‘rough’ would be a stretch and the bunkers, are, well, there.
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:
On Deck Around Cranston-Kent RI
Here are a few picks from around the area. We have lots more on the calendar for you!. For more events, please visit our events calendars below. ⭐Events are added as they come in! Check back often ⭐. Helpful Summer Guides and Articles. On Going Events. Various locations in Rhode...
DIY charcuterie board parties growing in popularity
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – A local woman is finding success as a stay at home mom, while still supporting her family – by tapping into her artistic side. Heather Sauerbrey is the owner of Reclaimed and Refined Signs. She joined the Rhode Show tell Melissa Sardelli more about her D-I-Y or “do it yourself” parties that are growing in popularity.
These deals are hot. Providence Restaurant Weeks returns with summer bargains
The annual dining deals for Providence Restaurant Weeks start on July 7 and run through July 20. You can visit the website at goprovidence.com and make your plans. There are fixed-price deals with three courses for one price, as is most traditional for Restaurant Weeks. But you can find other deals for breakfast, lunch and dinner. ...
“Providence Restaurant Weeks” Begin on Sunday
It all begins Sunday -- Providence Restaurant Weeks. Beginning July 7 through July 20, 2024, nearly 70 restaurants throughout Providence and Rhode Island will be serving up dining specials, deals and prix fixe menus to mark the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau’s signature dining event. “There are so...
Tickets For SHUCKED at PPAC Go On Sale This Weekend
The Providence Performing Arts Center has announced that tickets for Shucked will go on sale online at ppacri.org on Sunday, July 14 at noon. Tickets will be available at the PPAC Box Office window (220 Weybosset Street, Providence, RI 02903) and by phone at 401.421.ARTS (2787) on Monday, July 15 at 10A.
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