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What's the largest quahog ever caught in Rhode Island? Here's the story
There’s nothing more Rhode Island than a quahog. At least, that’s what the Coventry Junior High Shell Club argued in 1987, when they lobbied (successfully) for it to be named the state shell. Its importance to the region predates statehood and European settlers, with Rhode Island founder Roger...
Everything to know about celebrating the Fourth of July around Rhode Island
Many of Rhode Island's cities and towns are planning fireworks shows to celebrate Independence Day in 2023. Many of the events include music and food. Of course, Bristol throws a huge nationally recognized celebration, many communities around the Ocean State work hard to keep from being outdone. ...
Rhode Island tackles housing shortage by making it easier to add rental units onto homes
BOSTON — 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 by advocates as a way to create affordable living spaces amid an ongoing housing crunch.
EXCLUSIVE: DiPetrillo, Warwick’s Embattled Director Goes on Paid Sick Leave
GoLocal has learned that Terry DiPetrillo, the director of the City of Warwick’s Water Division, has gone on extended paid sick leave. City officials have confirmed DiPetrillo’s leave. He is paid $107,000 a year plus benefits. DiPetrillo, over the past year, has been a lightning rod for the...
Rhode Island pronunciation guide: 35 names that visitors and even some locals get wrong
Few things are more painful than listening to an out-of-towner stumble over the pronunciation of “Matunuck,” or hearing someone bring up “East Green-witch.”. And let’s be real: If you grew up in a different corner of the state, you may run into trouble trying to pronounce Cowesett or Neutaconkanut or Usquepaug.
Rhode Island DMV issues notices for tinted windows at its parking lot
CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — Some people heading to the Division of Motor Vehicles in Cranston have been receiving notices, issued by DMV investigators, for having tinted windows on their cars. In the state of Rhode Island, it is prohibited to have tinted windows on the driver side of the...
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.
AG, former CRMC official slam country club's attempt to change rules for illegal seawall
NORTH KINGSTOWN — Attorney General Peter Neronha is slamming the Quidnessett Country Club for retroactively seeking to change rules that, he said, it has "already brazenly violated by building an illegalseawall." In a letter released on Friday, Neronha called on the Coastal Management Resources Council to "reject QCC’s efforts...
Bristol to hold annual Fourth of July parade
BRISTOL, R.I. (WLNE) — For over 200 years, Bristol has been celebrating the Fourth of July with a parade. A total of over 200,000 people have traveled to watch the “Military, Civic, and Firemen’s Parade” from Rhode Island and beyond. On Thursday, the town’s parade will...
Miss US Italia returns to Providence as host city for national competition
PROVIDENCE – The search is on for 2024 Miss US Italia delegates. After a hiatus, the 2024 National Miss US Italia Pageant returns to Rhode Island this fall. Renowned for its substantial Italian American population, R.I. serves as the birthplace of the competition. Established as Miss RI Italia in 2014, the pageant expanded to accept out of state participants in 2017. This November, Miss US Italia officially will welcome participants from across the country. Contestant groups will be divided into six age categories: girls 6-11, 12-15, 16-19, 19-26, 27-39, 40 and up, who are of Italian American descent by birth or ancestry. Contestants may be married or unmarried.
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