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Stephen Trask and Justin Craig to Present Concert Evening Benefitting Congregation Beth El
Hedwig and the Angry Inch composer Stephen Trask and Tony-nominated Stereophonic music director and orchestrator Justin Craig are teaming up for a concert and discussion July 14 at Evans Hall at Connecticut College. Proceeds from the event will help the Congregation Beth El raise money to build a new synagogue, with both in-person and live stream options available.
Two charged after teen stabbed, man killed in Cranston disturbance
CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — The Fourth of July holiday ended with a stabbing and a deadly car crash on Oak Street in Cranston. Cranston police said a teen was stabbed and a man was fatally struck by a vehicle early Friday morning at the intersection of Oak and Trainor Streets.
Port of Providence to test emergency siren system on Friday
(WJAR) — The Port of Providence will test its emergency siren system on Friday. The Providence Emergency Management Agency will test the emergency siren system at Noon. The sirens may be audible in the surrounding areas, but officials say residents don’t need to worry or take action. Plus...
Weekend To Do List: Celebrating July 4th all weekend and a farmers market
BOSTON - July 4th may be Thursday but the celebrations continue throughout the holiday weekend in Massachusetts! Plus the town of Marlboro is holding a farmers market on Saturday.Quincy Patriotic CelebrationHead to Hancock-Adams Common in Quincy on Saturday to enjoy live performances from singers, songwriters and Broadway's best. Plus, watch stilt walkers and fifes and drums to mark the holiday. Don't miss it from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.When: Saturday, July 6Where: Hancock-Adams Common, QuincyCost: FreeClick here for more informationFranklin July 4th CarnivalFranklin is home this weekend to a July 4th carnival sure to put a smile on your little...
Shower and storm chances through Saturday across Southern New England
It was dry for fireworks on the Fourth of July across Southern New England, but we're expecting a renewed risk for showers and thunderstorms later tonight into early Friday morning. Run-of-the-mill showers and storms will cross the region from midnight until 7 a.m. on Friday. Those showers should move offshore...
Warwick officials respond to capsized sailboat near Oakland Beach
(WJAR) — Warwick officials responded to a capsized boat near Oakland Beach on Thursday. Police at the scene said that two people were on the capsized boat. But a witness told NBC 10 that it was three people who had to be pulled from the water to safety. "A...
Creative pageantry returns to the 98th Annual Ancients and Horribles Parade
(WJAR) — Creative pageantry and interesting floats returned Thursday for the 98th Annual Ancient and Horribles Parade. The parade takes place in Chepachet along Main Street. It’s a unique Fourth of July celebration. This year, it will started at the intersection of Routes 100 and 98 and will...
Kim English Promotes Matt Palumbo To Assistant Coach
PROVIDENCE, R.I. - Providence College Men's Basketball Head Coach Kim English announced today (July 4) the promotion of Matt Palumbo to assistant coach. Palumbo spent the last year at Providence as the special assistant to the head coach prior to working under English for two years at George Mason. "Matt...
Worcester Man Charged with Intent to Distribute Crack Cocaine Following Welfare Check on Elliot Street
Worcester police officers apprehended a man on the city's Elliot Street following a welfare check, which led to charges of crack cocaine possession with intent to distribute, among other offenses. In an early morning encounter Yesterday, police discovered 26-year-old Torrance Shannon Jr, of Worcester, unresponsive in a running vehicle, prompting safety precautions including the removal of the keys from the ignition. According to a press release from the Worcester Police Department, following Shannon's uncooperative behavior and attempts to reach for undisclosed items, he was arrested subsequent to the discovery of narcotics.
A visit from 'Oil Can' Boyd and Fourth of July fireworks highlight WooSox return to Polar Park
WORCESTER — Summer is in full swing. And so, too, are the Worcester Red Sox. After playing three games in New York this week, the Boston Red Sox’ Triple-A affiliate return to Polar Park Thursday to continue a six-game home and home series with the Syracuse Mets. ...
Graduate uses experience to advocate for inclusivity and self-expression
Film, television and media arts graduate Reinett Chefu ’24, MS '25, devoted her time at Quinnipiac to advocating for self-expression, fostering a welcoming environment for international students and serving as a leader in the Bobcat community. As Chefu completed her undergraduate education at Quinnipiac this past May, she left...
Families enjoy Fourth of July fireworks at Meriden's Hubbard Park
Some families got a head start on the Fourth of July festivities, with many of them coming out for the fireworks show in Meriden. “I love fireworks. I’ve been looking at fireworks since I was a kid,” Jonathan Harris of Meriden said. Whether you are a kid or...
Alumnus transforms skills learned in the classroom, media suite to help broadcast Paris Olympics
Peter O’Neill ’20 created content for NBC Sports during the 2022 Beijing Olympics and is now preparing coverage for the 2024 Paris Olympics as an associate producer. During his years at Quinnipiac, O’Neill honed his skills in broadcasting, photography and editing — both in and out of the classroom. Whether he was learning in the student media or writing stories for The Quinnipiac Chronicle, he was constantly strenthening the foundation for a career in in the news industry.
CT receives grant funding to improve population health, rein in costs
Connecticut will receive $12 million from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) to slow the increase in health care costs statewide. Gov. Ned Lamont said the federal funds will pay for primary care expansion and more community health programs while transforming payment models. Connecticut established a primary care...
Sound Bites: CT attorney general to investigate Capulet Fest
Good morning. The alternative music festival Capulet Fest was abruptly canceled on its third day of operation on Sunday. This is following the sudden venue change from Thompson to Hartford. Of the fest’s original 55-act lineup, only 24 were able to play before the Sunday closure. According to the...
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