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Road sealing treatment in Narragansett delayed until after Labor Day
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WLNE) — The Narragansett Department of Public Works said that road sealing treatments that were scheduled to take place during the summer have been delayed to after Labor Day. The department said that Comer Contracting, the company hired to perform the work, told the town that heat...
Toti’s & Dev’s Taverns get approval to take it outside with new outdoor bars & patios
BURRILLVILLE – Two longtime town bars situated in mostly residential neighborhoods will soon be serving drinks on new outdoor patios following approval of their license applications by the Burrillville Town Council. Toti’s Tavern at 8 Callahan School St. and Dev’s Tavern at 341 Chapel St. were approved to sell...
Electric Boat in Groton is hiring another 2,500 people. Here's what for.
The U.S. Navy and Electric Boat are continuing to ramp up hiring efforts for the company's manufacturing facility along the Thames River as new crews are needed now and will be required in the coming years to help produce two new classes of military submarines. Company officials say they are...
NBC 10 I-Team: Providence sees surge of illegal apartments amid housing crisis
(WJAR) — The housing crisis has come to a tipping point in Providence with dozens of illegal apartments popping up across the city. Records obtained by the NBC 10 I-Team show over the past two years, Providence inspectors have cited roughly 100 homes for illegal apartment units, or places people are sleeping in without the proper exits in case of an emergency.
How Lifespan plans to level up its orthopedics department
In July, surgeon Valentin Antoci, MD, was named division chief of arthroplasty of the department of orthopedics at Lifespan and the Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University, both based in Providence, R.I. Dr. Antoci, who practices at East Providence, R.I.-based University Orthopedics, spoke with Becker's about his goals for...
Waterford agency, town worry battery storage facility would affect clients with disabilities
Jul. 17—WATERFORD — An agency that serves people with disabilities says it is concerned that a proposed lithium battery storage facility next door would be too noisy and create a stressful environment for its clients. United Cerebral Palsy (UCP) of Eastern Connecticut officials are also worried about the risk of fire from the facility, that it would be an eyesore, and that noise could drive ...
UConn basketball alumni team up to form the Stars of Storrs in summer tournament
(WFSB) - For the first time ever, a UConn alumni basketball team is preparing to play in a national summer tournament. The team held a workout today and Eyewitness News spent some time courtside. The team is called the Stars of Storrs. They are putting on a show Wednesday for...
Providence Canteen provides support to firefighters on hot days
Even during the hottest summer days, first responders still have to take emergency calls. Lucky for them, there's a dedicated team that responds to major incidents to help them stay hydrated. Providence Canteen Supervisor Joe Phillips said the non-profit has been operating since 1968, providing on-site support during emergencies and...
Inside the Huddle Set for August 10 at The Rent
STORRS, Conn. - The UConn football program will host the second annual Inside the Huddle event on Saturday, August 10 at Pratt and Whitney Stadium at Rentschler Field. With the 2024 season around the corner, fans are encouraged to come to The Rent and get a glimpse of the Huskies as they prepare for the coming season. This year's event will be open to the public and will feature tailgating opportunities, a "Meet the Coaches" panel exclusive to football season ticket holders, and an open practice portion.
Infosys Hall of Fame Open expands to include women's tournament in 2025
NEWPORT — The Infosys Hall of Fame Open is expanding in 2025. Newport’s professional tennis tournament held at Newport Casino every summer will include a women’s draw starting next year. The men’s ATP 250-level tournament in Newport will be dropped after this week’s conclusion and replacing it is a joint ATP Challenger 125 and WTA 125 tournament. The new tournament format will have equal prize money and still include the doubles draw.
The westbound Washington Bridge is coming down in September. What to know about the contract.
PROVIDENCE – The McKee administration has given the go-ahead to a team assembled by Aetna Bridge Co. of Warwick to demolish the condemned westbound span of the Washington Bridge. In state lingo, the administration executed a "purchase order" for the $45.8-million demolition contract on Tuesday, which is tantamount to what state officials call...
Workforce Alliance opens doors in New Haven
NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — People in the New Haven area looking for a new job have a new weapon at their disposal. Workforce Alliance, a state organization that helps train workers to find and get good jobs, held a ribbon cutting on Wednesday at its new office in Fair Haven. Rep. Rosa DeLauro spoke […]
Newport Jazz Festival Celebrates 70th Anniversary: A Timeless Harmony of Legends and Innovation
Newport, Rhode Island has always been a place where history and the present collide in a beautiful symphony. This year, the Newport Jazz Festival celebrates its 70th anniversary, a testament to its enduring legacy and unparalleled influence in the world of music. From its humble beginnings in 1954, the festival has grown into a cultural behemoth, drawing jazz legends, emerging artists, and music lovers from around the globe.
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