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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...
Rhode Island tackles housing shortage by making it easier to add rental units on to homes
BOSTON (AP) — 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.
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...
Heavy rain floods streets in Providence, submerges Tesla in Cranston
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Street flooding was reported in the Providence area Sunday afternoon as thunderstorms brought heavy rain to the region. Providence police and fire blocked off the area near Eddy Street and Pavilion Avenue when the street became impassable. In Cranston, a white Tesla became submerged in...
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...
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...
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 to display copies of Declaration of Independence on July 4
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island State Archives announced special Independence Day hours for public viewing of the state’s three copies of the Declaration of Independence. The documents will be on display from 10 a.m. until noon on July 4 at 33 Broad St in Providence, with...
Warwick’s Embattled Director Oversaw $73,000 in OT in 18 Months to His Brother
The Warwick Division of Water is a family affair. Terry DiPetrillo, the director of the City of Warwick’s Water Division, has had a busy year and a half, and his brother Michael, who works under his supervision, has had a highly profitable run under the same timeframe. Terry DiPetrillo...
Providence officials prepare for hurricane season
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — With hurricane season underway and a category four storm already making its way across the Atlantic, it’s more important than ever to get ready for storms here in Rhode Island. After heavy storms overnight and flooding last week, Rhode Islanders are already familiar with...
Newport City Council funds more of Rogers High School with strings attached, causing concern
NEWPORT – In a move that divided the City Council, the city has agreed to give an additional $3 million toward the Rogers High School building project. While that is more than the department initially sought, there are strings attached to the funds that school administration and committee members warned may be challenging to fulfill.
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