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CRANSTON, RI - Mountain lions, also known as cougars or pumas, have been officially extinct in Rhode Island for over a century, but reported sightings continue to intrigue and baffle residents.

Mountain Lion Sightings Reported in Rhode Island Despite Said Extinction

Maine State

Sandy shores, cool ocean breezes, and endless sunshine—there’s nothing better than summer in New England! Whether you want to experience the charm of Cape Cod or the tranquil coastlines of Maine, add these 11 beaches to your summer bucket list. Connecticut. Whether you love the pool or the...

Cape Cod to Long Island Sound: New England’s Best Beaches for Summer

Fenwick Island, DE

In the summertime, beach spots on both coasts and areas around the Great Lakes come alive with tourists. For many, these beach getaways are a slice of paradise. However, finding a place to relax on miles of uncrowded beaches can be difficult. Fortunately, with a little bit of homework, you'll find destinations like Delaware's Fenwick Island State Park. The little-known state park provides plenty of outdoor fun alongside a picturesque East Coast beach town.

Relax On Miles Of Uncrowded Beaches At This Little-Known State Park On The East Coast

Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but it packs a punch with its charming towns. Have you ever wondered where to find the most beautiful spots in this coastal gem? From historic streets to stunning waterfronts, Rhode Island offers a mix of natural beauty and rich history. Newport stands out with its grand mansions and scenic Cliff Walk. Bristol charms visitors with its quaint downtown and waterfront views. Wickford feels like stepping back in time with its colonial homes and cozy shops. Each town has its own unique appeal, making Rhode Island a must-visit for anyone seeking picturesque New England charm.

Hidden Gems: The Most Beautiful Towns In Rhode Island

Texas State

AccuWeather

Bearded fireworms have been found crawling around the Gulf Coast, and accidentally touching one can cause pain for hours and leave your skin sensitive for weeks. Surfers beware: Bearded fireworms, caterpillarlike critters that look like they are straight out of a horror movie are lurking in the sand on Texas beaches.

'Your worst nightmares' are washing up on Texas beaches

Boston, MA

Shreveport Magazine

Boston, MA – According to the court documents, the 38-year-old defendant, later identified as Mathew, reportedly killed his girlfriend, who was pregnant, while his wife was giving birth to their third child. Prosecutors claim the defendant killed the pregnant woman because he wanted to silence her from revealing that he ra-ed her when she was 15 years old. The ex-cop, who was formally indicted this week for killing a witness or a victim, faces life in prison if convicted, court records say.

Man reached an agreement with woman, whom he began moIesting when she was 15, that he would lmpregnate her in exchange for her silence before he strangled her to death and then tried to cover his tracks; charged

Coffee County, GA

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Last week, two individuals from Coffee County were charged with trafficking methamphetamine following a search at a residence on Willacoochee Highway. On August 13, detectives with the Coffee County Drug Unit conducted an operation involving Charles Black, which led to a search of his residence on Willacoochee Highway. According to the report, Black left his residence before the warrant was served and was subsequently detained.

Two Charged with Trafficking Methamphetamine After Search in Coffee County

Sagadahoc County, ME

Lewiston, ME

The Maine Monitor

Editor’s note: This story contains references to suicide. When a bill to strengthen Maine’s yellow flag law went into effect earlier this month, Sagadahoc County Sheriff Joel Merry said he felt a sense of relief.

Law enforcement officers can now get a warrant to take someone into protective custody

Massachusetts State

Peabody, MA

It’s not every day that one wins a lottery and so if and when the blooming opportunity arrives, one should make the most of it. Making the most of it would mean spending and saving as much as possible on dream expenses for most people. However, for the selfless and kind Paul J Riley, winning money meant something different. The man who won a $4 million lottery recently decided to spend some of it for a wholesome reason that would make the win all the more worthwhile. He won the lottery through a cash scratch ticket in Peabody and received a whopping amount which he already knows how he will be spending, per CBS News.

Man who won lottery of $4 million is spending it in the most wholesome way possible

If you want to plan a relaxing beach vacation but don't know if you can afford it, consider a trip to Dominica. Lush forests blanket the hot, mountainous island, accompanied by the songs of tropical birds. Whether you long to see Boiling Lake, the second largest hot spring in the world, or try a bowl of callaloo, Dominica makes a beautiful and affordable choice for a Caribbean getaway.

Head To This Caribbean Island For A Tropical Vacation That Won't Break The Bank

Salem, OH

Northern Kentucky Tribune

Every day, 8-year-old Emma sits in a small garden outside her grandmother’s home in Salem, Ohio, writing letters to her mom and sometimes singing songs her mother used to sing to her.

Thousands of parents die of overdoses; advocates say their kids need more help

Eastham, MA

New York Post

David Moot had always fantasized about owning a beachfront retreat on Cape Cod, but never thought he could afford it—until he stumbled upon a coastal gem listed for just $395,000.

At roughly half the median sales price in the area according to recent estimates, the listing seemed too good to be true. And it was — the affordable slice of paradise at 157 Brownell Road in Eastham could soon be swept away by the Atlantic. 

The charming, 3 BR, 2 BA cottage sits a mere 25 feet from an eroding bluff, with the tide line predicted to creep three feet closer...

I bought a beach house in Cape Cod for $395K — it’s about to fall into the ocean but I’m living my dream while I can

Delray Beach, FL

Travel + Leisure

Florida's Delray Beach is the only East Coast beach to earn Blue Flag designation.

This Beach Was Named the Cleanest on the U.S. East Coast

Nantucket, MA

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Nantucket beachgoers save beached great white shark’s life

New Jersey State

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Los Angeles County, CA

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With the comic timing of a vaudeville professional, a pre-teen Rusty Hamer would deliver dialogue with quipping zingers on Danny Thomas' famed 1950s-'60s TV sitcom, first titled, Make Room for Daddy, then The Danny Thomas Show.

In Memory of Former Child Star Rusty Hamer ('Danny Thomas Show'): 3 Decades After His Tragic Death

Just south of mainland Rhode Island, Block Island is the perfect seaside getaway. There’s something about heading to Block Island that gets my mind wondering. I’m not quite sure what fuels this reaction—anticipation, perhaps—but I know it’s not angst as my psyche gains a sense of calmness the closer I get to port.

The Blissful Charm of Block Island: A Boater’s Seaside Getaway

Denver, CO

Aurora, CO

David Heitz

Aurora, Colo. -- Angry Aurorans on social media poked fun at the local news media Friday as more information came out about Venezuelan gangs on the Front Range. Mike Coffman, Aurora mayor, posted on Facebook that the city will use court orders to shut down additional apartment complexes that have been infiltrated by the gangs. It contradicted comments made by Colorado Gov. Jared Polis, who told the New York Post the gang problem was a figment of Aurora council member Danielle Jurinsky’s imagination.

Migrant gang crisis underrated? Denver media criticized

J. Souza

What happens when a cruise passenger forgets a personal item on the cruise ship?. Once someone has disembarked the ship at the final port there is no going back. Even if they know exactly where they left something and want to retrieve it, they won't be able to get it.

I Left My Husband's Glasses on the Ship: Cruise Line Explains to Passenger How to Get Items Back

New York City, NY

Brooklyn, NY

Morristown Minute

NEWARK, N.J. – Ramel Harris, 42, and Neville Brown, 40, both from Brooklyn, New York, have admitted to their involvement in a series of armed robberies at check cashing locations across New Jersey, as well as conspiring to commit additional robberies in New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania. U.S. Attorney Philip R. Sellinger announced their guilty pleas on August 14, 2024, in Newark federal court before U.S. District Judge Claire C. Cecchi.

Guilty Pleas in Gunpoint Robberies & Conspiracy: Crime Spree in Three States

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Last day for Rhode Island state beaches

NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WLNE) — Today marks the last day that Rhode Island state beaches will be staffed...

Last day for Rhode Island state beaches

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