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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...
Crash on I-95 south in Warwick slows down morning commute
(WJAR) — A crash on I-95 South in Warwick slowed down traffic Tuesday morning in Warwick. The crash happened on the southbound side near Exit 24B, according to the Rhode Island Department of Transportation. At the time of the crash, around 6:11 a.m., RIDOT said the crash had multiple...
Late summer in Southern New England
After many ups and downs with the forecast last week, it's time for our weather pattern to mellow out and be rather pleasant this week. However, there will be a few brief chances to be caught out by some raindrops, the first of which, is Monday afternoon. Southern New Englanders...
Matt Rife Now Calls Rhode Island Home After Massive Purchase
Welcome to the Ocean State, Matt Rife. The viral comedian recently shared on the Are You Garbage Podcast that he has planted some roots in Rhode Island. He purchased an impressive estate with lots of land, and from the sounds of it, he’s got some big plans for it.
Former Friar Emily Sisson ‘14 Finishes 23rd In Olympic Marathon
PARIS, France – Former Friar Emily Sisson '14 placed 23 rd of 80 runners who crossed the line today (Aug. 11) in the Olympic Marathon in Paris, France. She posted a time of 2:29.53. Sisson was making her second appearance at the Olympics, having competed in the 10,000 meters during the 2020 Tokyo Games, where she finished 10th. Sisson qualified for the 2024 Olympics with a second-place finish in the marathon at the U.S. Olympic Trials. Sisson is one of eight former Providence College women's cross country and track athletes all-time to have qualified for the Olympics. Those eight athletes...
Turf page, giant yard sale & Kung Fu Panda 4: Eight things to know in Burrillville this week
The Burrillville Department of Public Works notes that there will be no trash or recycling pickup on Monday, August 12 as the town celebrates Victory Day and pickup will be delayed by one day for the remainder of the week. Town Hall will also be closed on Monday in celebration of the holiday.
New Bedford High Weapons Detectors in Place for Fall Semester
The summer season is winding down and students from across the SouthCoast will head back to the classroom soon. For the first time, New Bedford High School students will pass through a sophisticated weapons detection system to enter the school building. The New Bedford School Committee recently spent nearly $700,000...
Fall River Boaters Come Face to Face With a Flashy Floating Convertible [VIDEO]
This week's episode of "Things You Must See With Your Own Eyes" takes us to Fall River. On Sunday, August 11, local author Caroline Gardiner was out enjoying the Taunton River when she encountered a sight that left her and others questioning reality. In front of Tipsy Seagull at Borden Light Marina, Gardiner spotted what appeared to be a floating blue convertible car, fully functional and cruising on the water.
Construction worker Barry Medeiros remembered for his 'big heart' after fatal fall
Construction worker Barry Medeiros is being remembered for his “big heart” after falling to his death at a work site in downtown Boston Friday afternoon. Medeiros, a 43-year-old Taunton resident, was killed around 12:45 p.m. when he fell while working at a site at 219 Tremont St. — the address for Emerson College’s Cutler Majestic Theatre, the Suffolk County District Attorney’s Office said previously. He was declared dead at the scene.
Crash stops morning traffic on I-95 in Warwick
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation was reporting a crash in the left lane of I-95 Southbound at Exit 24 in Warwick. RIDOT cameras showed a heavy back-up, and emergency crews on scene. RIDOT is currently now reporting another crash at Exit 28A. This is...
Providence police searching for suspect after bicyclist is injured
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Providence police are searching for a suspect following an alleged hit-and-run. According to officials, an individual was riding their bicycle on Cranston Street around 11:45 p.m. when he was struck by a car. The victim sustained an injury to his eye, as well as a...
Pedestrian killed in North Attleborough crash
Bristol County District Attorney is still investigating the cause of the crash. A 62-year-old man from Hull was struck and killed by a car Sunday morning in North Attleboro. According to the Bristol County District Attorney’s office, North Attleboro Police responded to 178 Commonwealth Ave. at around 9:24 a.m. for a report of a motor vehicle hitting a pedestrian.
Man killed in New Bedford shooting remembered as ‘kindest, sweetest soul’
A 44-year-old man killed in a shooting in New Bedford last week was remembered in his obituary as a devoted father who loved nothing more than being a dad. Aaron Britto, of New Bedford, was found injured behind Morna Lounge and Grill around 1:35 a.m. on Aug. 4 and later taken to St. Luke’s Hospital, where he was pronounced dead.
Barry Medeiros ID’d as construction worker who fell to death in Boston
A construction worker who fell to his death at a construction site in downtown Boston on Friday afternoon was identified by officials on Tuesday as a 43-year-old man. Barry Medeiros, of Taunton, was killed when he fell from a construction site at 219 Tremont St., the address for the Cutler Majestic Theatre on Emerson College’s campus, according to Suffolk County District Attorney Kevin Hayden’s office. Police were notified of his fall around 12:45 p.m. on Friday.
East Providence Police asking for help identifying suspected thief
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — East Providence Police are asking for help identifying the individual in the picture above who is suspected of stealing several packages. The individual is said to have stolen the packages from the Christine Apartments. If you can help identify this person the Police are...
How a Real-Time Dashboard & Statewide Push Are Cutting Chronic Absenteeism in RI
As the nation’s educators ready themselves for the start of a new school year, they’re no doubt wondering how many students are going to show up after several years of sharply higher absenteeism rates postpandemic. In Rhode Island, where an innovative statewide campaign lowered absenteeism in 57 of 64 school districts in 2023-24 and closed […]
Police Seek Suspect In Johnston Attempted Child Abduction
Johnston Police continue to investigate an attempted child abduction at the Johnston Memorial Park. Officials say it happened about 3-35 Friday afternoon when an eight-year-old was sitting on a bench when a male jogger passed by – took out a bottle and a cloth, wet the cloth and told the child to “come here.”
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