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R.I. officials break ground for residential care campus for girls with behavioral health needs
A new behavioral health care campus for adolescent girls who would otherwise have to seek treatment outside Rhode Island is coming to state owned land in Exeter. The 16-bed facility is slated to open in spring 2026, but Gov. Dan McKee, a few of his cabinet members and an assortment of state legislators celebrated with […]
Opponents to constitutional convention ramp up campaign spending plan
The coalition organizing a campaign urging voters to reject the once-in-a-decade ballot question asking if Rhode Island should hold a constitutional convention has spent about $12,120, according to filings submitted to the state’s Board of Elections. Rhode Island Citizens for Responsible Government spent the funds on “media services” by the East Greenwich-based Checkmate Consulting Group […]
Historic Interpretive Signs Earn Award for EGHPS
Above: Find the Explore East Greenwich sign about the Scalloptown community on Crompton Avenue / Water Street. Preserve Rhode Island has awarded the East Greenwich Historic Preservation Society with a Community Impact Award in recognition of it’s “Explore East Greenwich” sign project – a series of historic interpretive signs placed throughout the downtown area of town in 2023.
Beloved Bishop Stang High School Teacher Wins $4 Million on Scratch Ticket
Rob Ostrye, a name that resonates with countless alumni of Bishop Stang High School, recently made headlines by winning $4 million in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” instant ticket game. But to those who know him, this windfall couldn’t have happened to a more deserving individual.
Providence man sentenced in 2020 convenience store shooting
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A Providence man was sentenced in Providence County Superior Court to 14 years at the ACI for the shooting of an 18-year-old convenience store clerk. Emmanuel Narcisse, 21, was sentenced August 9 to 22 years, with 14 to serve in the ACI, and an eight-year...
Providence Streets Coalition to hold vigil for new safety measures on North Main Street
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Providence Streets Coalition will hold a vigil tonight to remember those who lost their lives on North Main Street. Four pedestrians have died on North Main Street in 18 months, according to the PSC. PSC said today’s vigil will also serve as a rally...
Dean's strong outing not enough
WEST WARWICK - Pitching was the key to success for West Warwick on Sunday night. Once it ran out, the wheels fell off. In a matchup against Flood Ford with a spot in the Connie Mack State Finals on the line, Logan Dean was able to keep his team in contention for much of the night, only to see his efforts fall short in an eventual 9-0 loss.
RWU Launches Don P. and Elaine M. Hayden Scholarships for Trades Education
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – With the goal of addressing the critical need for developing a skilled trades workforce in Rhode Island and the region, Roger Williams University is launching an endowed full-scholarship program for trades education at its Providence campus. Across the nation, the trades sector is facing a significant...
Utility work in East Providence slows down morning traffic
(WJAR) — A number of utility works on East Providence streets contributed to traffic delays on Thursday. Workers filled an apparent pothole near I-195 West. On the intersection of Broadway and Freeborn Street. The East Providence Police Department also said that commuters could also experience potential road closures due...
Man wanted out of North Carolina arrested at Rumford Inn in East Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A man wanted out of North Carolina for several arrest warrants was taken into custody last night at the Rumford Motor Inn in East Providence. 45-year-old London Clyde was arrested as a fugitive of justice on the original charges out of North Carolina for aggravated assault with a firearm and felony delivery/selling of schedule II narcotics.
Gals’ impact exceeds the field
The CLCF-CWLL Gals softball team’s run ended in the Little League World Series, putting a bow on one of the great achievements in Rhode Island sports history. That may seem hyperbolic to say, but it’s not. It’s certainly in the conversation for the most significant run that I have covered here.
Mild next few days with afternoon showers, storms Thursday
Temperatures will be slightly cooler than average for mid-August for the next several days across Southern New England with highs either side of 80. Thursday will start out dry in the morning hours with highs near 80. Smoke from Canadian wildfires will likely add a thicker haze on Thursday. Showers...
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