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Was there really a nuclear explosion in Rhode Island? Here's the story of Wood River Junction
Wood River Junction, a village in Richmond, is the sort of place where you might want live if you were looking for a quiet life. It’s home to a sizeable turf farm if you want to watch grass grow. It has several hiking trails to explore. But mostly it’s known for something...
RI pothole reimbursement program details.
Per RI state law, pothole claim reimbursement only goes up to $300. Claims must also be made within seven days of the incident and do not guarantee reimbursement. The RI Department of Transportation makes the final decision on all matters and if accepted, payment will be issued within 45 days. This does not apply to all vehicles though. Any state that does not have a law granting similar protection will not be considered.
RI's top officials are racking up out-of-state travel, but this one was gone the most by far
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island's first-term state treasurer, James Diossa, is a frequent traveler. Since he took office in January 2023, the $137K-a-year treasurer has been on 28 out-of-state and in some cases out-of-country trips that took him out of Rhode Island for at least 74 days – roughly two and a half...
Memorial Day 2024: Parades, memorials and events around RI honor those who gave their lives
Many Rhode Island communities honor the people who gave their lives for their county with parades and ceremonies on Memorial Day, which is Monday, May 27. It looks like the weather will cooperate with outdoor plans for at least the early part of the weekend. According to the National Weather Service, Saturday should be mostly sunny with a high of 77 in Providence; Sunday looks mostly cloudy with a high near 78; Monday looks mostly cloudy with...
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