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Sunday cartoon: Buckleupallofus Child Passenger Safety Campaign USA
BURRILLVILLE – The Buckleupallofus Child Passenger Safety Campaign is gaining traction here in Rhode Island and other nearby New England states, and that includes the town of Putnam, Conn. Putnam Police Chief Chris Ferace has been a longtime supporter of the award-winning, child passenger and vehicle safety campaign for...
Fresh Pita & Brewology opening soon on Chapel Street in Burrillville
BURRILLVILLE – Two popular Smithfield businesses will soon open satellite locations inside the convenience store at Village Gas in Burrillville. Equipment and countertops are already in place at 172 Chapel St. for Brewology and Fresh Pita, with new options – for coffee and mediterranean food, respectively – soon on the way.
New restaurant with familiar face moving into train at former Missing Link BBQ
A familiar barbeque spot that recently closed appears to be quickly getting replaced. Missing Link BBQ opened in a trailer in Dartmouth in July of 2022 at 335 Old Fall River Road and then moved to 938 Lees River Avenue in Somerset at the end of last year before closing last week.
Dartmouth Working to Fight Homelessness in Town
Dartmouth has a homeless problem. It's not the same scope as New Bedford or Boston, but there are individuals and families in Dartmouth living in the woods, in motels and in their cars, trying to find permanent shelter. Matthew Dansereau, Outreach Coordinator for the Dartmouth Council on Aging, has taken...
15,000 backpacks assembled for students
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Local leaders gathered in Providence to assemble 15,000 backpacks for students for the upcoming school year. Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos, Providence Mayor Brett Smiley, Doris De Los Santos, Board Vice-Chair of Back to School Celebration of RI, along with other members of the community helped put together the backpacks. More than […]
Wareham Police arrest New Bedford, Fall River men, seize firearms, recover stolen vehicle
“(Wareham, MA) – On August 11, 2024, at approximately 7:55 pm, Wareham officers were alerted to a suspicious motor vehicle in the area of 227 Onset Avenue. While officers were investigating it was learned that the vehicle was stolen. The three (3) males associated with the vehicle were identified as; Rodney Jette, twenty-three (23) years old, of New Bedford, MA, Davon Hudson, twenty-nine (29) years old, of New Bedford, MA, and a seventeen (17) year old juvenile, of Fall River, MA. When the officers encountered the males, two (2) fled on foot. After a brief foot chase all three (3) males were placed in custody. Officers located in the vehicle a 9mm Glock 17 handgun.
Fall River Small Business Capital & Resources Expo
Small Business Capital & Resources Expo – Fall River. Join us at the Small Business Capital & Resources Expo in Fall River, a gathering designed for local entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking practical resources and support. This one-day event will connect you with financial experts, resources, and community partners who can help you navigate the challenges of running a business.
Williams’ walk-off gives Gulls second straight NECBL title
Game three of the NECBL championship series went down to the wire, needing extra innings to determine a champion. For the second consecutive year, the Newport Gulls were crowned league champs, with an 8-7 win over the Sanford Mainers, in 10 innings.
Crash on I-95 in Richmond slows morning traffic
RICHMOND, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation reported a crash on I-95 Northbound at Exit 7 in Richmond this morning. RIDOT cameras did show a car in the median tilted on its side for around an hour. ABC 6 has reached out to officials for more...
Going to the Washington County Fair? New roundabout in Richmond will affect traffic flow
RICHMOND — The Washington County Fair is coming to Rhode Island for its 58th year. Attendees can expect fun rides, more than 30 food booths, magic performances and livestock shows, to name a few of the attractions. The annual event is a popular summer tradition for Rhode Islanders: According to the fair’s website, the average attendance is about 130,000 people. Last year, the fair even reached full capacity on its fourth day, with the Richmond fire marshal...
FREE BACKPACKS AND SCHOOL SUPPLIES
Backpacks and School Supplies Assembly Drive to Benefit Rhode Island Students. People coming together to assemble 15K backpacks and more than 80K school supply items to be distributed to students in local communities. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The non-profit organization, Back to School Celebration of RI, is hosting a two-day assembly...
ATTLEBORO ARTS MUSEUM AND “BIG READ”
Attleboro Arts Museum presents “Here – I’ll Get That for You”. An invitational Exhibition at the Attleboro Arts Museum. Inspired by the City of Attleboro’s 2024 Community Read. Exhibition: September 7th – 21st, 2024. Attleboro’s Community Read Kickoff and Exhibition Opening Reception: Saturday, Sept. 7th...
After skimmers found in New Bedford, South Coast, police have advice on spotting them
“*** 𝐏𝐒𝐀: AN ADVISORY ON THE USE OF SKIMMERS ***. A skimmer is a small device (often smaller than a deck of cards) that scans and stores credit or debit card data from the card’s magnetic stripe. If a card is run through the skimmer, the data is stored, and the criminal can later use that information. Criminals often install a skimmer onto an ATM or gas pump without the knowledge of the clerks or business owners and then collect it a day or two later.
5 people transported to Taunton and New Bedford hospitals, including 2 children, after rollover crash
5 people were transported, including children, after a morning rollover crash. According to the Lakeville Fire Department, the accident occurred around 11:20 a.m. Sunday at the intersection of Myricks and Kingman Streets. Ambulance 3, Engine 1, and Car 2 responded initially. On arrival by Lakeville Firefighters, an additional 2 mutual...
Little Theatre of Fall River's 'The Normal Heart,' honors lives lost to AIDS
FALL RIVER — The Little Theatre of Fall River’s latest production honors the lives lost during the AIDS crisis of the 1980s. Earlier this year, Little Theatre teamed up with The Narrows Center for the Arts for a production of “Jesus Christ Superstar,” which was a sold-out success. Now, Little Theatre if back at...
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