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Mass. Gatorade Player of the Year commits to Providence basketball; who is he?
Monday night proved worth the wait for the Providence College men's basketball team. The Friars men picked up a commitment from Massachusetts wing Jaylen Harrell. He made his announcement on a live stream with On3 Recruits. Harrell was the state Gatorade Player of the Year last season with CATS Academy...
Meet Enzi: The Powerful New Addition to Roger Williams Park Zoo’s Giraffe Herd
The Roger Williams Park Zoo is excited to announce the arrival of Enzi, a nearly one-year-old male giraffe whose name fittingly means “powerful” in Swahili. Enzi has quickly become a beloved member of the zoo, displaying a charming personality as he adapts to his new surroundings. Enzi joins...
Providence prepares for annual fireworks celebration
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Fourth of July of is coming early to the city of Providence, with the capital cities fireworks display kicking off this evening at India Point Park. The event will bring hundreds of people out to the park to enjoy the festivities. Tonight’s event is...
R.I. Supreme Court orders parole board to consider release of Mario Monteiro in response to ACLU of R.I. lawsuit
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Mario Monteiro, a man who was convicted at 17 for killing a 31-year-old Providence man, will be sent back before the parole board for consideration of possible release. In 2021, a law passed by the Rhode Island General Assembly in 2021, called “Mario’s Law,” was...
Declaration of Independence on view at Rhode Island State Archives on July 4th
Squeeze in a slice of history between the holiday parades and hot dogs with a stop at the Rhode Island State Archives in Providence. The state’s three copies of the Declaration of Independence will be front and center on July 4 during limited holiday hours, 10 a.m. to noon, Rhode Island Secretary of State Gregg […] The post Declaration of Independence on view at Rhode Island State Archives on July 4th appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Providence businesswoman arraigned in Federal Court in alleged $10 million fraud schemes targeting seniors and others
A Warwick woman was arraigned in federal court after allegedly bilking $10 million from her victims through a series of fake lottery and investment schemes. Meagan Shine, 47, is facing four counts of mail fraud and one count of conspiracy to commit mail fraud. She allegedly duped the elderly and other vulnerable people into sending her money by making them believe they were entitled to cash prizes, valuable items, or other premiums.
Providence's Washington Bridge demolition to cost more than expected
The cost to demolish the Washington Bridge in Providence, Rhode Island, is going to cost a little more than expected, according to NBC affiliate WJAR. Back in December, the Department of Transportation closed the west side of the bridge because of structural issues. The state estimated that this demolition would cost $31 million.
Tickets Now Available For All FRINGEPVD Performances
Tickets and passes are now available for all performances at the 11th Annual FringePVD: The Providence Fringe Festival presented by The Wilbury Theatre Group, July 14 - 27, 2024. This year's FringePVD features over 50 in-person and online performances from 15 different states at over ten venues across the Valley Arts District including 50 Sims, ALCO, Farm Fresh RI, LitArts RI, PUBLIC Shop + Gallery, The Steel Yard, Teatro ECAS, WaterFire Arts Center, and Wilbury Theatre Group. For tickets and passes, visit www.FringePVD.org.
Emma Watson gave Rhode Island, and Brown University, a big shoutout. Here's what she said.
Emma Watson just gave a major shout out to Rhode Island in a recent Instagram post. The former "Harry Potter" star directed and featured in a commercial for Renais, her gin brand, launched with her brother, Alex Watson. "The US has been my second home since I first went to...
Providence approves $600M budget. Here's what's new and what is changing.
The policy academy was bumped to May 2025 to save money on this fiscal year. The city's commercial property tax rate, one of the highest in the country, stays the same. PROVIDENCE − The city will have a nearly $600-million budget after its approval last week, with an increase in funding for Providence Public Schools and changes to residential property taxes.
Pineview/E.P. Central wins back-to-back thrillers for District II Senior Division title
PAWTUCKET – Last season, the Pineview Senior League all-star baseball team handily swept East Providence Central in a best-of-three series to capture the District II championship. This year, Pineview joined forces with E.P. Central to repeat as district champs, but unlike last summer’s title series, Pineview/E.P. Central needed to...
North Providence L.L. all-stars nip Cranston East in District I pool play opener
NORTH PROVIDENCE – The North Providence Little League’s Major Division ages 11-12 all-star baseball team picked up a victory in its District I pool play opener last Friday night against Cranston East at Romano Field, but it wasn’t easy. Down by a 2-0 score after five innings,...
Providence Children’s Museum offering summer STEM sessions
This summer, the Providence Children’s Museum will be offering a series of exciting STEM sessions for children. These sessions will take place on select dates in July and August, allowing kids the opportunity to explore different aspects of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics through hands-on activities. The Summer STEM...
Providence School Board Member Urges No Contract Extension for Superintendent
Ty'Relle Stephens, a member of the Providence School Board, is urging Rhode Island Department of Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green not to extend Superintendent Dr. Javier Montañez's contract beyond the School Year 2025-2026. “With ongoing legal discussions regarding the potential return of the district to local control after the...
Rewilding Roger Williams: How did fish get into the park’s ponds?
PROVIDENCE — On any nice day at Roger Williams Park, among the strollers, bird watchers, and zoo visitors, there’s often a cohort of folks fishing. Bass, stripers, and several different types of sunfish all make their home in the park’s series of waterways. “We see carp here that are three feet long,” Providence Parks Department deputy superintendent Brian Byrnes said during a recent interview with ecoRI News.
PC Says Allegations in Public Safety Officer’s Racial Discrimination Lawsuit “Without Merit”
Providence College says that the lawsuit filed by a college public safety officer alleging racial discrimination and retaliation is "without merit." As GoLocal reported, on June 26, John Dunbar, who is being represented by attorney V. Edward Formisano, filed the 11-page complaint in U.S. District Court. It marks the latest...
For longtime chancellor Samuel Mencoff, a journey from student to steward of Brown
After eight years leading the Corporation of Brown University, the Providence native and Class of 1978 graduate leaves a legacy as a deeply ethical leader, an astute decision-maker and a values-driven chancellor. PROVIDENCE, R.I. [Brown University] — For Class of 1978 graduate Samuel M. Mencoff, Brown University has meant many...
Culpo and McCaffrey tie the knot in Watch Hill
WESTERLY, R.I. (WLNE) — On Saturday, former Miss Universe and Cranston native Olivia Culpo and NFL star Christian McCaffrey officially tied the knot at the Ocean House in Watch Hill, located in Westerly. Vogue shared photos and videos of her dress on social media, which was a traditional Dolce...
Women’s Rugby Picks Up Numerous Academic Honors
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – A total of 14 Bears picked up NIRA All-Academic honors and 13 earned NCR Scholastic All-American honors, announced by the two organizations in the last week. A student-athlete must have a 3.50 cumulative GPA and have sophomore or higher athletic eligibility to be selected for the...
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