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Northern Lights illuminate the night sky in Southern New England
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — If you were up early this morning, or had the chance to take a look outside – chances are you could have caught a glimpse of the Northern Lights. Photos are being shared all over social media of the light show that was seen in in the sky throughout Southern New England.
RI brewers show off their craft
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Members of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild showcased their work this weekend in an event at Farm Fresh Rhode Island in Providence’s Valley Arts District. According to Nils Weldy, Executive Director of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild, it’s the one annual event dedicated to...
Massachusetts woman sentenced in Mass., Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Maine ring where 160+ pounds of meth, guns, 4,200 rounds of ammo seized
BOSTON – Member of a nationwide drug trafficking ring was sentenced today in federal court in Boston. Throughout the investigation over 160 pounds of pure methamphetamine, as well as an AK-47, a Glock with no serial number, two loaded Smith & Wesson handguns, and over 4,200 rounds of ammunition were seized. An illegal marijuana grow operation with hundreds of marijuana plants was also dismantled.
Providence celebrates Dominican culture with parade and music festival
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The city of Providence celebrated Dominican culture and heritage with a parade and music festival on Sunday. The cultural parade set off at the intersection of Thurbers Avenue and Broad Street in the morning and included five grand marshals. The festivities continued with a music...
Children compete in Race4Chase Triathlon after training all summer
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Youth from the Greater Providence YMCA took part in the CMAK Sandy Hook Memorial Foundation Race4Chase Triathlon on Sunday. Participants trained for six weeks during the summer to take part in the race, which included swimming, biking, and running segments. There were also participants from...
New London County home listings asked for less money in July – see the current median price here
The median home in New London County listed for $542,450 in July, down 1.4% from the previous month's $549,900, an analysis of data from Realtor.com shows. Compared to July 2023, the median home list price increased 8.5% from $499,900. The statistics in this article only pertain to houses listed for sale in New London County,...
City Council President Carney suing sheriff over job loss
Getting your Trinity Audio player ready... New Bedford City Council President Naomi R.A. Carney is suing the Bristol County Sheriff’s Office and Sheriff Paul Heroux for employment discrimination, claiming that she lost her job with the agency because of her age, gender, race, and as retaliation for complaining about how she was being treated.
Update: CT Woman Killed By Hit-Run Driver Identified
A Connecticut woman hit and killed by a hit-and-run driver has been identified by police. Original Report: Hit-Run Crash: Woman Killed After Being Struck In WaterburyNew London County resident Michelle Trausch, age 36, of Norwich, was found around 10:20 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, in Waterbury, in the…
Connecticut man sentenced after stealing vehicles from Westerly residence
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WLNE) — The United States Attorney for the District of Connecticut announced today that a man was sentenced for possessing a stolen vehicle and violating the conditions of his supervised release. 23-year-old Edwin Cordero formerly of Stratford and Bridgeport was sentenced to approximately 11 months, time...
Back to School: Atlantis Charter School
FRCMedia is previewing what parents and students can expect from city schools when the new year begins later this month. Today we are profiling the Atlantis Charter School. The Atlantis Charter School in Fall River will celebrate its 30th Anniversary this upcoming academic year. And as it heads into the 2024-2025 school year, it hopes to build upon its historical success.
Mayor Mitchell threatened with lawsuit related to New Bedford fire chief's fatal shooting
NEW BEDFORD — Lawyers for former Deputy Fire Chief Paul Coderre Jr.'s estate are threatening legal action against Mayor Jon Mitchell and the city related to Coderre's violent death. Coderre, 55, was shot to death by police following a standoff at the Bayside Lounge in Fairhaven on Dec. 29, 2023, where Coderre had been having lunch and drinks with friends and fellow members of the Bristol County Fire Chiefs Association. ...
Fall River basketball challenge to feature giveaways, prizes including gift cards, jerseys, t-shirts, Nike sneakers
Register for the Fall River Hot Shot Challenge at the basketball courts at Britland Park on August 23rd hosted by retired Fall River Police Officer Mike Pereira. Modeled after the NBA’s annual 3-point shot contest, the Fall River Hot Shot Challenge offers three age co-ed divisions, 10-13, 14-17, and 18+.
Narrow River dredging project could cost Narragansett $2.6M to $7.2M. Here's why
NARRAGANSETT – Dredging the Narrow River to unclog the river’s mouth and replenish Narragansett Town Beach with sand could cost between $2.6 million and $7.2 million, according to an engineering firm hired by the town to study the project. Engineers from Foth Infrastructure & Environment LLC presented their findings from a dredging and...
Duffle Bag Bash collects bags for kids in foster care
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WLNE) — Adoption Rhode Island and the Office for the Child Advocate hosted the 2024 Duffle Bag Bash on Sunday. The event aims to collect rolling duffle bags, backpacks, or donations for children in foster care to keep their belongings when they move placements. Judge Frank Caprio...
Full of charm with a modern twist Tiverton home sells for over $500K: Weekly home sales
This week’s top-selling property in Tiverton is a cozy cape cod-style home that sold for $575,000. Situated on a corner lot on the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, 9 Pocasset Avenue is full of charming accents with modern updates. Built in 1950, the home is light and airy with sundrenched rooms, well-maintained hardwood floors,...
Police Report: July 19-August 4
During the period from Monday, July 29 through Sunday, Aug. 4 the Newport Police Department responded to 663 calls. Of those, 202 were motor vehicle related; there were 163 motor vehicle violations issued and 39 accident reports. Police responded to 8 noise complaints, 13 animal complaints, 12 suspicious persons or...
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