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Fall River police arrest 17-year-old with loaded gun
(WJAR) — The Fall River Police Department says it found a loaded gun in the possession of a 17-year-old on Wednesday afternoon. The department says it was attempting to apprehend the teen on an outstanding arrest warrant when he ran from officers. The incident happened in the area of...
Fall River man charged for slashing tires and assaulting man
FALL RIVER, Mass. (WLNE) — A 44-year-old Fall River man was arrested after police said he pushed a man and slashed his tires with a razor. According to officials, officers responded to Hartwell Quick Stop around 8:30 a.m. on Thursday for a confrontation. A man told police that the...
Back to School: Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School
FRCMedia is previewing what parents and students can expect from city schools when the new year begins later this month. Today we look at Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School. Classes at Diman Regional Vocational Technical High School will begin on August 28 and are expected to open to the...
Beautiful Artwork is Popping Up in Fall River Thanks to Hardworking Teens
A new mural has popped up in Fall River, paying homage to the Flint neighborhood and the city itself. The mural was created by a nonprofit organization called YEAH Corps which is working hard to change the lives of underprivileged teens in the area. By using the power of art,...
Weather Now: Hazy Sun, Warm and Humid Today
DANGEROUS SURF THIS WEEKEND: Expect large ocean waves and rip currents to develop at ocean-facing beaches this weekend. Please stay off rocks and jetties this weekend as the waves could sweep you into the ocean. These waves are from distant Hurricane Ernesto, which will pass about 500 miles southeast of Newport Sunday night.
Real Estate: July 29 to August 2
49 Americas Cup Ave. was sold by Shaner Newport Harbor LLC to 49 Newport Hotel, LLC for $73,500,000. 27 Atlantic Ave. was sold by Craig & Kari Shapero to David, Jr. & Jeanine Ferrick for $4,600,000. 45 Third St. was sold by Mark & Maureen Marosits, Trustees of the Mark...
For Sale: Viking 45 Open
The team at Northstar Yacht Sales has just listed the Viking 45 Open Shangri-La-De-Dah for sale. The owner’s asking price is $525,000—and that price includes the boat’s slip in Newport, Rhode Island, for the remainder of the 2024 cruising season. Shangri-La-De-Dah is a 2005 build that is...
New reviews will guide education commissioner on future of Providence schools takeover
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The Rhode Island Department of Education on Friday released a report evaluating the progress of the state intervention in the Providence Public School District as the commissioner of education considers ending the takeover that began five years ago. The state took control of the struggling...
RIDOT to repair bridges on I-95
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Major renovations to more than a dozen bridges across the Ocean State are set to kick off today, addressing bridges on I-95 between Providence and Warwick. Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation are set to gather in Cranston this morning to...
Smiley awards additional $12.7M for affordable housing construction
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Providence Mayor Brett P. Smiley and the Providence Redevelopment Agency (PRA) announced Thursday that agencies for the development and preservation of affordable housing will be awarded an additional $12.7 million. These added funds bring the total commitment to affordable housing to $55.6 million since 2022.
Men's Swimming and Diving Announces Class of 2028
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Kevin Norman, Ollie '50 & Kay Patrell Men's Swimming/Diving Coaching Chair has announced the incoming Class of 2028. The class features nine student-athletes from seven different states and two international signees. "We have a terrific class that will be joining us in the fall that we...
Some realtors find Rhode Island beach-access rule far from a dune deal
WESTERLY, R.I. — From top to bottom, Rhode Island’s 48-mile-long stretch contains nearly 400 miles of shoreline. And for decades, private homeowners and the public have squared off in court — and on the beach — about just who can access it and how. The state’s...
Attleboro woman dies from house fire injuries
ATTLEBORO, Mass. (WLNE) — An Attleboro woman who sustained serious injuries in a house fire on July 21 passed away on August 2, according to a family statement. Lisa Carvalho, 42, suffered severe burns in the fire on Mendon Road in Attleboro. A GoFundMe in Carvalho’s memory was set...
Fall River man held on bail after confrontation leads to slashing of tires
A Fall River man is facing several charges after an incident Thursday morning. According to Deputy Chief Barden Castro, at approximately 8:30 a.m., officers responded to the Hartwell Quick Stop, 350 Rodman Street, for a disturbance. Officers learned that a confrontation had taken place where one male slashed the tires...
Rhode Island’s Conjuring House Not For Sale, Despite Recent Article
BURRILLVILLE, RHODE ISLAND (WBSM) — Social media was abuzz on Tuesday that one of the most haunted homes in America was back on the market, but it turns out a technical glitch may have conjured up the story. Multiple websites in the Nexstar Media Group – which has over...
Home of the Week: Casting call goes out for buyer of Rhode Island cottages
Tiverton properties have a bedroom and bathroom apiece and offer wraparound decks and a private dock on a pond the state stocks with fish. Square feet 945 (No. 106)/735 (No. 108) Bedrooms 1 each. Baths 1 full each. Sewer/Water Private. Taxes $5,354 (2023) Does this describe you, or someone you...
Newport Police to deploy automated license plate readers
Newport City Council approved a three-year contract with Flock Safety Group to implement five community safety cameras with automated license plate readers (ALPRs). During its regular meeting on Aug. 14, the council voted on the measure, awarding the contract at a total cost not to exceed $48,250. Newport Police Department...
Catch a full WaterFire lighting this weekend
Few things are as captivating as a full WaterFire lighting experience in the capital city. This Saturday night promises to be spectacular and they are ready to welcome you for a terrific evening. Supported by the Providence Tourism Council, with additional support from Red Bull,. Wake the Flames, a Red...
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