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Stop & Shop Under the Microscope: Harsh Reviews from Connecticut
In July, we reported that Stop & Shop had announced the upcoming closure of several grocery stores in Connecticut. The company's press release stated:. "Quincy, Mass. (July 12, 2024) — Stop & Shop today outlined the next steps in its growth strategy. As part of its commitment to investing in pricing and customer experience, the company will close 32 underperforming stores by the end of the year. Despite these closures, Stop & Shop will maintain a strong presence across its five-state footprint with more than 350 stores. Associates at the affected locations will be offered opportunities at other company locations."
Trial concerning fatal Swansea crash on I-195 involving popular DJ continues to be pushed back as defendant incompetent to stand trial
A case concerning a local fatal highway crash continues to see a trial date pushed back. According to Greg Miliote of the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, a Bristol County Grand Jury in late September of 2018 voted to indict a then 39-year-old Bristol, RI woman in connection with a May 2018 car crash on Route 195 in Swansea that claimed the life of popular local DJ 38-year-old John Souza aka Johnie Armani, of Cranston, RI.
Athletic Director Steve Napolillo Announces Staff Promotions
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Providence College Athletic Director Steve Napolillo announced today (Aug. 12) the promotion of six staff members. Kevin Connolly (Senior Assistant Vice President/Associate Deputy Athletic Director/External Relations), Joe Nicastro (Assistant Vice President/Associate Deputy Athletic Director for Compliance and Men's and Women's Ice Hockey), Jennifer Cunningham (Senior Associate Athletic Director for Student Athlete Development and Internal Operations), Andrew Schoepfer (Senior Associate Athletic Director for Revenue Generation and Business Management), Mariana Perez (Assistant Athletic Director for Compliance and NIL Coordinator) and Chase Campbell (Director of High Performance) have each been promoted.
Walz to visit Rhode Island Thursday
Democratic vice presidential candidate Tim Walz will make an appearance in Rhode Island Thursday, Rhode Island Democratic Party Chair Liz Beretta-Perik confirmed Monday. Walz, who was selected as Kamala Harris’ running mate Aug. 6 is expected to appear in Newport late Thursday afternoon, as first reported by WPRI-TV. A location is still being determined, Beretta-Perik […]
Cadime Explains Cost of DPW Facility
Town Administrator Shawn Cadime explained why the cost of the new Department of Public Works facility has continued to increase. At a January 31 meeting with the Select Board, the cost of the project was set at $31.2 million. The DPW Building Committee estimated the bond needed for construction was $29, 750,000.
South Coast’s first and only Stand-Up Comedy Festival coming to New Bedford, Fall River, Westport
Get ready to laugh at the South Coast’s first and only stand-up comedy festival! Tickets are now on sale for the Whale City Comedy Festival, from August 28 to September 1, 2024. This five-day event lineup includes performances at unique venues across New Bedford, Fall River, and Westport. The festival will feature over 30 top-notch comedians from Comedy Central, Conan, The Tonight Show with Jimmy Fallon, Netflix, and more.
Taunton man killed in construction accident, longtime union member and ‘Superman’ to his kids
TAUNTON, Mass. (WLNE) — A man from Taunton who fell to his death while working a construction job at Emerson College in Boston on Friday is being remembered as “Superman” to his two kids. 43-year-old Barry Medeiros died on Friday after he fell through scaffolding on Tremont...
Traffic patterns in place on Route 37 in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department is putting a new traffic pattern in place for 6 a.m. this morning, part of its $85 million Cranston Canyon Project addressing deteriorated bridges from Route 37 to Interstate 295. The work began around 8 p.m. last night, as RIDOT shifted...
Traffic plan drafted for Greystone School construction
NORTH PROVIDENCE – Concerned neighbors of Greystone Elementary School needn’t worry about the impact of a new school construction project, say officials, but in case they are still concerned, they’re invited to a forum this week to hear more specifics. A new access road is planned alongside...
Life-saving airlift rescues over 100 dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters
More than 100 at-risk dogs and cats were airlifted from Louisiana to New Jersey on Tuesday morning as part of a life-saving mission for shelter pets. The "Good Flights" airlift, which was conducted by Greater Good Charities in partnership with Clear The Shelters, Hill's Pet Nutrition and The Animal Rescue Site, involved dogs and cats from overcrowded shelters in Alabama and Louisiana. Some of the rescued pets are considered to be harder-to-place or vulnerable, such as large dogs, homeless cats and asymptomatic heartworm-positive dogs.
Providence police respond to stabbing incident
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Providence police responded to a stabbing incident that occurred Monday afternoon on Dorrance Street. The 31-year-old victim was reportedly stabbed in the left torso/rib area near the 7-11 store on Dorrance Street and was treated for non-life-threatening injuries. The victim was described as uncooperative and...
Taunton man killed in construction accident being remembered as services announced
A Bristol County man is being remembered after a sudden and tragic death. On Friday afternoon, Boston police responded to an alley near 219 Tremont Street, the Emerson Cutler Majestic Theatre, after a worker fell from scaffolding. Family members say that 43-year-old Barry Medeiros of Taunton was the victim. According...
Two Little Fish in Westerly to close its doors after Labor Day
WESTERLY, R.I. (WJAR) — A Rhode Island classic by the shore is closing its doors. The co-owner of Two Little Fish, located by Misquamicut Beach, told NBC 10 his landlord has now put the building the restaurant is located in on the market. Two Little Fish first opened in...
New Bedford man wins $4 million lottery prize
A New Bedford resident purchased the winning ticket in the “$4,000,000 Monopoly Doubler” game. Robert J. Ostrye Jr. might be feeling like a million bucks right now. Scratch that — 4 million. The New Bedford resident won a $4 million prize in the Massachusetts State Lottery’s “$4,000,000...
Newport Gulls win second straight NECBL title with comeback victory over Maine
The Newport Gulls were down to their final three outs of the season in the title series against the Sanford (Maine) Mariners over the weekend. After dropping Game 1 on Thursday, Newport had won the rain-postponed Game 2 of the series earlier on Saturday — a 7-3 victory to force the winner-take-all Game 3. Now, the Gulls were down 7-6 with one out in the ninth when Tyler Hare stepped to the plate. Hare delivered hit...
GoalFood announces closure in Cranston
CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — A local healthy business that has been selling convenient, healthy meals to the community of Cranston has announced they will be closing their doors. GoalFood, located on Oaklawn Avenue, announced on Instagram that they would be closing their doors by September 30. “We love serving...
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