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Oasis International celebrates expansion to Providence with ribbon cutting
(WJAR) — A cultural organization in Providence has expanded to serve more local youth. Oasis International cut the ribbon on its new African Center of Rhode Island on Friday. What was strictly office space on Broad Street now includes space for the community. It features a computer lab, ballroom,...
South Providence residents push for scrap yard accountability, renewed calls to reconsider Victory Day, and more
A scrapyard in South Providence was shut down last month after two recent fires. This week a judge said it could reopen despite opposition from state officials and locals who say the facility poses health risks to an already over-polluted neighborhood. And Monday is Victory Day here in Rhode Island, commemorating the surrender of Japan in August of 1945 that led to the end of World War II. We hear from a Newport resident and Japanese internment camp survivor who says it’s time to reconsider the holiday. Also, we hear about a documentary in the making focused on a neighborhood basketball league that transcended racial and class divides during the 1960s and 70s. That and more on this week’s show.
When is Walz coming to R.I.? Event planners still ironing that out
Democratic party fundraisers appear to be still looking for a venue to host Vice President Kamala Harris’ running mate in the coming weeks, and it’s unclear just how long the guest of honor could stay at such an event. Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz is invited to attend a fundraiser that organizers hope will raise $500,000, […]
McKee, state employee unions strike a deal on new 3-year contracts, $60M in raises this year
Gov. Dan McKee's administration has struck a deal with the largest unions representing state workers on new three-year contracts that include raises averaging 4% each year. The deal is with Rhode Island Council 94; American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) and the Coalition, a group of labor organizations representing other...
The Women's Amateur final wasn't good golf. It was great — and ended with a fantastic finish
EAST PROVIDENCE — Emily Brooks started her Rhode Island golf journey looking to see if she still had what it takes to play competitive golf. She ended it as a champion. It wasn’t easy. As Brooks put on a show at Wannamoisset Country Club, Morgan MacLeod was doing the same and spent most of...
Dive teams locate body of female after report of possible drowning at Bristol County pond
TAUNTON — Fire Chief Steven Lavigne and Police Chief Edward Walsh report that their departments, as well as mutual aid partners from neighboring communities, responded to a drowning at Bunk Pond on Saturday. At approximately 4:30 p.m., Taunton Police and firefighters were called to Bunk Pond, north of Interstate...
State officials warn of ‘significant risk’ for EEE, West Nile in Washington County
State officials are sounding the alarm over “significant risk” for mosquito-borne diseases in Washington County, based on tests of mosquito samples in South Kingstown and Westerly announced on Thursday. The 13 positive tests for mosquitoes with Eastern Equine Encephalitis (EEE) in South Kingstown, and two with West Nile virus in Westerly, reflect results of traps […]
Community coming together to support family of 13-year-old Rhode Island boy who died suddenly
Tragedy has struck as a local middle school student has died. 13-year-old Andry Rodas Villagran died suddenly on Wednesday. Those who know him say he collapsed while playing Soccer, a sport he loved, however that has not been confirmed by authorities. Andry was an 8th grader at Dr. Earl F....
Somerset family turning their pain into action after 10-year-old dies from brain cancer
Somerset, MA — Somerset native Selina was a sweet and sassy 5th grader whose bright spirit and courage touched everyone she met. Selina bravely battled diffuse intrinsic pontine glioma (DIPG), a devastating pediatric brain cancer, for eight months before passing away at just 10 years old in 2018. In...
Rear Admiral Darryl Walker appointed as president of U.S. Naval War College
The U.S. Naval War College held a change of command ceremony in Newport Friday. Rear Admiral Darryl Walker because the college's fifty-ninth president. Walker's appointment follows Rear Admiral Peter Garvin, who has held the position since last June. “I am truly honored and humbled to return to this great institution,...
Gulls vs Mariners Saturday Double Header
Shortly after the Newport Gulls scored five runs in the 5th inning to take a 7-0 lead over the Sanford Mainers, Game 2 of the Championship Series went in to a weather delay due to rain. After waiting for about an hour, the decision was made to suspend Thursday night’s game.
High Stakes on the High Seas: Ida Lewis Distance Race Prepares for 49-Boat Fleet
Newport is about to witness a nautical showdown as 49 teams gear up for the 2024 Ida Lewis Distance Race. The fleet will hit the waters south of Pell Bridge in Narragansett Bay’s East Passage at 11 a.m. on Friday, August 16, kicking off the revered 24-hour race. Spectators from Jamestown, Newport’s shorelines, Fort Adams, and Castle Hill will have front-row seats as these sailors embark on a course that takes them through some of the Northeast’s most legendary cruising grounds, from Rhode Island Sound to the waters south of Long Island, before returning to the finish line at the Ida Lewis Yacht Club in Newport.
Stop & Shop to Close 15 Store Locations in New England
This is going to be a rough holiday season for many Stop & Shop employees in New England. The Company announced that it is closing 32 "underperforming" stores on or before November 2, 2024, including 8 Massachusetts locations, 5 Connecticut locations and 2 in Rhode Island. The article states that...
Scürvy Dög Parking Lot Mega Show — Sunday
Is it already Mega again? Another Scürvy Dög Parking Lot Mega Show will take advantage of the state’s long weekend with free music all day Sunday and into the early hours. Enjoy the shade in the outdoor beer garden overlooking scenic Olneyville. Here’s the lineup:. 9:30pm...
Little League Eastern Regional All-Star 10s baseball: Mid-Island’s huge comeback falls a run short
CRANSTON, R.I. -- Mid-Island’s summer tournament run came to an end as the Travis loop dropped an 11-10 decision to MOT LL, (Del.) in the final round-robin contest at the Little League Eastern Regional 10-year-old All-Star baseball tournament Thursday at Cranston Western LL. Manager Joe Calabrese’s troops finished a...
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