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Bald eagles didn't nest much in Rhode Island until recently. Here's why they're here
Bald eagles have long been a presence in the nation's imagery, but it wasn’t until recently that Rhode Islanders could see them in the sky. “The bald eagle population [in Rhode Island] is growing rapidly, but you don’t have to go too far back in our history when the state was devoid of the species altogether,” said Dr. Charles Clarkson, director of avian research at the Audubon Society of Rhode Island.
Mass. State Lottery: winning $100,000 300X scratch ticket sold in Attleboro
A winning “300X” Massachusetts State Lottery ticket worth $100,000 was sold at a lottery and smoke shop on the Rhode Island border on Tuesday. The $30 scratch ticket was purchased at Lucky 95 Lottery and Smoke Shop on Washington Street in Attleboro. The shop is located on Route 1 less than a fifth of a mile north of the Rhode Island border, opposite Pawtucket and blocks away from I-95.
Going to the pool in Bristol could have a very different meaning
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. Imagine going into the water to go to a pool. This isn't a riddle or some brain teaser, but a proposal under discussion in Bristol and not everyone is in favor. The Journal's Antonia Farzan...
Shake Shack drive-thru menu revealed
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Shake Shacks are not new to Rhode Island, with locations on Thayer Street in Providence and the Garden City Center in Cranston. But what's new to the Ocean State – and most of the country – is the Shake Shack drive-thru. Shake Shack...
50 years of rock: John Cafferty & the Beaver Brown Band have a new album and a Providence show
It was a love of rock music that kept his band plugging in nightly at beach bars up and down the East Coast for years before their big break, and that same passion still keeps John Cafferty on stage regularly more than 50 years later. The 73-year-old North Providence native...
The Jitterbug Cafe swinging into Swansea soon. Here's what we know so far.
SWANSEA — Calling all early risers: there's a new breakfast spot coming soon to Swansea. Just over a year after a town staple closed its doors on Route 6, another restaurant will be opening in that same building. This one with a different concept. It's time to get into...
Rhode Island’s Newest Restaurant is Inside the Providence Public Library
They say books are good for the soul, and now, they can be good for the stomach, too. Culinary Hub of Providence is the newest addition to the city’s buzzing restaurant scene, a sleek, warm-hued space that delivers international cuisine in a cafe setting. Located inside the Providence Public Library, the restaurant is a project of Genesis Center, the long-established nonprofit that provides services for Rhode Island’s immigrant community. Students work at the restaurant as part of the center’s culinary training program, serving up dishes that often defy expectations.
Going fishing? Start the day with a visit to your local bait and tackle shop
Fishing memories last a lifetime. And the good news — you do not need a lot of money to start creating them for you, family members and friends. Fishing connects you with the environment, it is a healthy outdoor activity that young and old can participate in — Rhode Island fishing access points to the Bay and ocean are plentiful. ...
Everything you need for a happy Independence Day, except the hot dogs
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. Here's everything you need to know to make the most of the holiday. 🎆 Looking for fireworks and parades to attend? Here's the list of everything happening today and this weekend. here's a handy...
Hike at a coastal sanctuary in Barrington with deep roots in Native and Colonial history
BARRINGTON – Nockum Hill is mostly flat and rises no more than 21 feet at its highest point. But it’s steeped in history. The Pokanoket lived, fished, farmed and hunted here for thousands of years on part of their ancestral lands, called Sowams, which stretched across the East Bay and included some of Seekonk, Swansea and Rehoboth, Massachusetts.
Where to Get Delicious Frozen Treats in Rhode Island this Summer
From old-school pharmacy fizzy drinks to modern takes on ice cream classics, there are shops located across the state for all types of eaters, from the picky to the adventurous. Expand your palate and add these shops to your must-visit list for the summer — you might even find your new go-to spot.
The first rule: Be safe out there
Last week I volunteered at the Rhode Island Saltwater Anglers fishing camp and wrote about it below. While giving campers my standard safety talk when they boarded my vessel it reminded me of how important it is to put safety first when fishing or boating. My first safety rule is:...
Perfectly Named Puppy Could Be Your Summer Adventure Buddy [WET NOSE WEDNESDAY]
It's the day we get to feature amazing animals up for adoption on the SouthCoast. So many local shelters are giving these animals a fighting chance and we get to share their stories. We head to Fall River this week to meet a loving lab with limitless energy. Meet Sunshine.
Studio Session Encore: Providence hot jazz collective Paper Moon
You can hear Paper Moon play every Wednesday night at the Royal Bobcat in Providence. Go to papermoonjazzband.com for more information or or check out their instagram, @papermoonjazzband. This episode originally aired on January 18, 2024. This interview was edited for length and clarity. TRANSCRIPT:. John Birt: We really dug...
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