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Narragansett police release bodycam footage of Block Island Ferry dock brawl
POINT JUDITH, RI — Narragansett police released bodycam footage Tuesday of a brawl last month on a dock near the Block Island Ferry. Officers responded to the ferry on June 15 at 304 Great Island Rd. at around 8:12 p.m. for a report of 20 to 30 people fighting, according to Narragansett Police Chief Sean Corrigan.
URI’s College of Education awarded a Flutie Foundation Signature Grant to establish sports programs for children with disabilities
KINGSTON, R.I. — July 1, 2024 — This summer, children with autism and other physical disabilities will be able to enjoy aquatic fun and surf therapy at Narragansett Town Beach through a $10,000 grant awarded to the University of Rhode Island’s Feinstein College of Education by the Doug Flutie Jr. Foundation for Autism.
'Shayna's Place' always plays amazing music, thanks to special DJ-Shayna
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — A popular place to grab food in Wickford is not only known for its delicious sandwiches, but its good music thanks to a very special DJ. In 2015, Matthew and Majorie Olerio opened 'Shayna's Place.'. The café, which is located at 45 Brown St....
Bob's Stores is closing all New England locations. What it means in New Hampshire
Bob's Stores is closing all of its store locations, including one in Hampshire. The discount retailer announced it's closing all of its locations throughout Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York and Rhode Island. The only New Hampshire location is located at 1400 Oaklawn Ave. in Cranston. Bob's Stores President Dave Barton said the company's financial struggles led...
New RI law makes it easier to add rental units to homes
A new state law designed to streamline the process of developing accessory dwelling units — also known as “granny flats” or “in-law apartments” — is being hailed as a way to create affordable living spaces amid an ongoing housing crunch.
R.I. Supreme Court rules ‘Mario’s Law’ namesake can seek parole
The namesake of a 2021 state law that gives offenders convicted before their 22nd birthday the chance for parole can now seek a hearing for his own possible release after serving over 20 years in prison. The Rhode Island Supreme Court ruled 4-1 Tuesday that 40-year-old Mario Monteiro, along with three other offenders convicted of […] The post R.I. Supreme Court rules ‘Mario’s Law’ namesake can seek parole appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
High-Visibility Boating Patrols Planned by DEM Environmental Police Over July 4th Weekend
As the Fourth of July weekend approaches, Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay and other waterways will soon be bustling with boaters. In anticipation, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM), in partnership with the National Association of State Boating Law Administrators (NASBLA) and the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), is urging boaters to stay sober. The agencies are stepping up enforcement efforts as part of a national crackdown on impaired boating.
Elephant Sculptures Visit Newport to Spread a Message
Starting on July 4, visit Newport to see the start of the 3,500-mile “The Great Elephant Migration” across America, with one-hundred elephants young and old. The fun part? These elephants are made of an invasive weed, Lantana camera, and they are an art exhibit made by The Coexistence Collective. The exhibit will be in four places across Newport: Rough Point, the Great Friends Meeting House, Salve Regina University along the Cliff Walk, and the Breakers. The elephants will be on view until September 7.
Mancini Beverage Celebrates Caymus Vineyards
Mancini Beverage – Northeast Wines division celebrated the 50th anniversary of Caymus Vineyards with a tasting of its 50th anniversary Napa Cabernet on June 4 at the Gardiner House in Newport. Industry professionals enjoyed a private tasting of the iconic red wines and vintages. Founded by Lorna and Charlie Wagner Sr. in 1972, Caymus Vineyards is still 100% family-owned and -operated by Lorna and Charlie’s son, Chuck, and family in the center of Napa Valley in Rutherford, California. The winery focuses on Cabernet Sauvignon, with grapes grown in low-fertility soils on the valley floor and its surrounding mountains using viticulture practices that influence its unique style of Cabernet.
Rhode Island woman accused of multi-state fraud totaling $10 million
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A Warwick woman has been charged in a direct-mail sweepstakes scheme that defrauded seniors and other vulnerable individuals in Rhode Island and multiple states out of a total of $10 million. Megan E. Shine, 47, was indicted by a federal grand jury and arraigned on...
Middletown Town Council tackles coyote problem, affordable housing, and sidewalk project
The Middletown Town Council held a regular meeting on July 1, addressing several key issues affecting the community, including a growing coyote problem, affordable housing updates, and a contentious sidewalk project. Residents voiced concerns about an increasing coyote population in town, citing safety fears for pets and children. Karen Harrington...
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.
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