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Rhode Island Journalism Hall of Fame nominations open

Rhode Island Journalism Hall of Fame nominations open

Rhode Island CurrentRhode Island Current, Oct 13, 2025 - 06:07

Nominations are now open for candidates to be inducted into the Class of 2026 Rh...

Frosty Freez, Middletown ice cream staple since 1956, sold to longtime employee

Frosty Freez, Middletown ice cream staple since 1956, s...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 13, 2025 - 06:07

After more than a quarter-century serving ice cream and fostering community con...

Weather Alert: Heavy rain, strong winds continue today

Weather Alert: Heavy rain, strong winds continue today

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 13, 2025 - 06:07

Good morning everyone and happy Monday! Our storm system continues to bring peri...

Local residents react to coastal storm as rain and wind pick up

Local residents react to coastal storm as rain and wind...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 12, 2025 - 20:32

Rainfall and wind are continuing in Southern New England, with it expected to pi...

Maye passes for 3 TDs as the Patriots hold on to beat the Saints, 25-19

Maye passes for 3 TDs as the Patriots hold on to beat t...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 12, 2025 - 17:05

Drake Maye passed for three touchdowns of 25 or more yards, including two to Kay...

Federal Hill holds annual Columbus Day Parade

Federal Hill holds annual Columbus Day Parade

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 12, 2025 - 15:07

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The rain couldn't stop Providence from holding its Col...

Broadway Street Fair celebrates 10th anniversary with record crowds and community spirit

Broadway Street Fair celebrates 10th anniversary with r...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 12, 2025 - 13:01

The 2025 Broadway Street Fair, which originated in 2016 following years of majo...

Some ferries canceled, keeping an eye on flights impacted

Some ferries canceled, keeping an eye on flights impacted

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 12, 2025 - 11:55

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- If you have plans over the long weekend, you may...

Obituary: Antonio L. Lontoc Jr.

Obituary: Antonio L. Lontoc Jr.

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 12, 2025 - 09:04

Antonio L. Lontoc Jr. MSCM, USN (Ret.), 90, passed away peacefully on October 5...

Newport Italian Heritage Parade canceled due to weather

Newport Italian Heritage Parade canceled due to weather

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 12, 2025 - 09:04

Newport’s Italian Heritage Parade scheduled for Monday has been canceled due to...

Newport police arrest man accused of assault

Newport police arrest man accused of assault

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 11, 2025 - 22:27

Newport police said they have arrested a man in connection to a reported assault...

Rhode Islanders enjoying fall events ahead of weekend coastal storm

Rhode Islanders enjoying fall events ahead of weekend c...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 11, 2025 - 21:02

This weekend's expected coastal storm is drawing mixed reactions from Rhode Isla...

Trooper Warwick Arrests Oct. 10: Fentanyl, Domestic Violence

Trooper Warwick Arrests Oct. 10: Fentanyl, Domestic Vio...

WarwickPost.comWarwickPost.com, Oct 11, 2025 - 16:29

WARWICK, RI — Warwick arrests in the Warwick RI Trooper Log  Oct. 6 –   involved...

CHS Homecoming Parade 2025

CHS Homecoming Parade 2025

WarwickPost.comWarwickPost.com, Oct 11, 2025 - 15:12

COVENTRY, RI — The 2025 Coventry High School Homecoming Parade kicked off from P...

Newport man charged in domestic assault that left victim in critical condition

Newport man charged in domestic assault that left victi...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 11, 2025 - 13:39

A 21-year-old Newport man has been charged with multiple felonies in connection...

Taunton man killed after accident at scrap metal shop

Taunton man killed after accident at scrap metal shop

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 11, 2025 - 11:01

WESTPORT, Mass. (WPRI) -- A Taunton man has died following an accident at a scar...

Obituary: John Kelchner

Obituary: John Kelchner

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 11, 2025 - 07:03

It is with profound sadness that we announce the passing of Dr. John S. Kelchne...

On the Market: 53 Newport County homes hosting open houses this weekend (Oct. 11 – 12)

On the Market: 53 Newport County homes hosting open hou...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 11, 2025 - 07:03

It’s shaping up to be one of the busiest weekends of the fall here in Newport C...

Landscaper concerned about Providence's proposed leaf blower ban

Landscaper concerned about Providence's proposed leaf b...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 23:34

The Providence City Council’s attempt to ban gas-powered leaf blowers has some l...

'I encourage you to read it': Brown president seeks community feedback on Trump memo

'I encourage you to read it': Brown president seeks com...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 22:01

After more than a week, Brown University President Christina Paxson has publicly...

RIDOT: New Washington Bridge monitoring system shows bridge is 'doing great'

RIDOT: New Washington Bridge monitoring system shows br...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 22:01

Initial data shows the Washington Bridge has not had any concerning movements si...

Man charged in Fall River shots fired incident

Man charged in Fall River shots fired incident

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 22:01

Police arrested a man in connection with a shots fired incident in Fall River Fr...

Target 12: Hidden Dangers

Target 12: Hidden Dangers

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 20:37

Rhode Island health officials are sounding the alarm over the powerful tranquili...

Construction progresses on Budlong Pool in Cranston

Construction progresses on Budlong Pool in Cranston

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 20:37

After a series of setbacks, the new Budlong Pool is taking shape as construction...

Former Coventry councilor charged with DUI pleads not guilty

Former Coventry councilor charged with DUI pleads not g...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 20:37

The former Coventry councilor charged with driving under the influence last mont...

Pawtucket seeks development proposals for Apex building, surrounding area

Pawtucket seeks development proposals for Apex building...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 20:37

The Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency is once again seeking development proposals f...

North Providence dad fulfills dream by opening doughboy food truck

North Providence dad fulfills dream by opening doughboy...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 19:02

It's safe to say business has been booming for Michael Parrella.

Community Focus: Rhode Island Reading Festival founder Zoë Mitchell

Community Focus: Rhode Island Reading Festival founder ...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 19:02

The inaugural Rhode Island Reading Festival kicks off at 10 a.m. on Saturday at ...

Friday Night Blitz: High school football season continues into Week 5

Friday Night Blitz: High school football season continu...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 19:02

It finally feels like fall across Southern New England, but that hasn't stopped ...

Newport man in custody after assault leaves victim in critical condition

Newport man in custody after assault leaves victim in c...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

A 21-year-old victim is in critical condition at Rhode Island Hospital followin...

WPD, WFD Aid Main Avenue Man In Crisis

WPD, WFD Aid Main Avenue Man In Crisis

WarwickPost.comWarwickPost.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

WARWICK, RI — On Friday, Oct. 10, at about 2:45 p.m., Warwick Police responded t...

Police: Cranston city worker charged after accidentally firing gun

Police: Cranston city worker charged after accidentally...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

Police said the man was working for a private security company near Temple Sinai...

Hot water outage at Providence apartment complex stretches into 2nd week

Hot water outage at Providence apartment complex stretc...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- People who live at the Charles Place Apartments on Ch...

Police: Victim in critical condition after Newport assault

Police: Victim in critical condition after Newport assault

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

NEWPORT, R.I. (WPRI) — Police are investigating a reported assault in Newport th...

Defective power banks can overheat, may catch fire or explode

Defective power banks can overheat, may catch fire or e...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:52

More than 19,000 wireless power banks are being recalled because they can catch ...

175K torch lighters recalled due to fire, burn risk

175K torch lighters recalled due to fire, burn risk

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 17:51

Calico Brands has recalled 175,000 torch lighters because they pose a "deadly fi...

Charter Books to host cookbook event with Rhode Island author

Charter Books to host cookbook event with Rhode Island ...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 16:22

Charter Books will host Rhode Island cookbook author Polina Chesnakova for a co...

Patriots-Saints clash features teams with new coaches who seem to be rebuilding at different speeds

Patriots-Saints clash features teams with new coaches w...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 16:22

The New England Patriots and New Orleans Saints entered the 2025 season under si...

Smithfield football players disciplined after hazing investigation

Smithfield football players disciplined after hazing in...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 16:22

Smithfield Public Schools has concluded its investigation into an incident repor...

'It's going to happen': Mayor Brett Smiley not giving up on vacant Superman building

'It's going to happen': Mayor Brett Smiley not giving u...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 16:22

The Westminster Street high-rise, formerly known as the Industrial Trust buildin...

Newport Art Museum reopens members’ exhibition after community feedback

Newport Art Museum reopens members’ exhibition after co...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 14:11

The Newport Art Museum is bringing back its Members’ Juried Exhibition after a ...

Dr. Michael Fine: Three things that are smart, not crazy, about health care

Dr. Michael Fine: Three things that are smart, not craz...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 14:11

Three logical, smart, and hopeful things happened in health care in the past fe...

New Britain police confirm remains discovered in backyard container are of a young girl

New Britain police confirm remains discovered in backya...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 14:11

NEW BRITAIN, Conn. (WTNH) — New Britain police Friday confirmed the human remain...

Heavy rain, wind expected to hit Southern New England during long weekend

Heavy rain, wind expected to hit Southern New England d...

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 14:11

If you have plans over the long weekend, you may want to keep an eye on the weat...

From Harvest Festivals to Haunted Mansions: Newport’s fall calendar is packed with events

From Harvest Festivals to Haunted Mansions: Newport’s f...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

As temperatures cool and leaves begin to turn, Newport’s fall season is heating...

Newport Classical to present pianist Charlotte Hu, saxophonist Valentin Kovalev in November

Newport Classical to present pianist Charlotte Hu, saxo...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

Newport Classical will present two concerts in November as part of its ongoing ...

Spotlighting the busy women (and a few good men) behind the scenes at the Broadway Street Fair

Spotlighting the busy women (and a few good men) behind...

What's Up NewpWhat's Up Newp, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

Historians and cartographers will tell you that “Broadway” is typically one of ...

North Smithfield man dies following construction accident in Burrillville

North Smithfield man dies following construction accide...

NRI NOWNRI NOW, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

BURRILLVILLE – A man who fell through the floor and landed in the basement of a ...

SUV Crack Admission Sept. 10: ‘Going to Jail Anyways’

SUV Crack Admission Sept. 10: ‘Going to Jail Anyways’

WarwickPost.comWarwickPost.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

WARWICK, RI — When officers asked a North Kingstown man if there was any contrab...

Man dies after construction accident in Burrillville

Man dies after construction accident in Burrillville

WPRI.comWPRI.com, Oct 10, 2025 - 11:34

A North Smithfield man has died after a construction accident on Thursday in Bur...