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Unlock the Best Black Friday Deals Without Breaking the Bank

Learn how to shop like a pro this Black Friday with smart strategies and tips to snag the best deals while avoiding overspending.

Rhode Island Energy warning customers of scammers threatening power shutoffs

Rhode Island Energy said that customers should be aware of scammers impersonating employees of the energy company threatening to shut off customers’ power supply. The company said that scammers are using phone,

New Hampshire vs. Rhode Island Preview, Stats, How to Watch - Oct. 19

Preview the Week 8 college football New Hampshire Wildcats vs. Rhode Island Rams game with stats, game information and how to watch links.

Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass | Song - O Ri Akhiyaan

Watch the song TO Ri Akhiyaan from hindi movie Aayushmati Geeta Matric Pass starring Kashika Kapoor, Anuj Saini, Alka Amin, Atul Srivastava, Pranay Dixit ,O Ri Akhiyaanis sung by Manu Singh & Suvarna Tiwari.

Letter: A proud endorsement for Elaine Morgan

In closing, I proudly endorse Elaine J. Morgan for Rhode Island state senator in the 34th Senatorial District. I can be contacted at 401-525-4131; and [email protected]. The writer is vice president of the Hopkinton Town Council and running for reelection.

Officials ID victim who fell overboard in Narragansett, former high school coach

Officials with the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management confirmed today the identify of a man who died after a boating incident in Narragansett. 59-year-old Joe Gilmartin died after witnesses saw him falling overboard into the water.

Vote on the best Halloween attractions in New England in 2024

What to know: When day turns to dusk, the fires are lit around Old Sturbridge Village to welcome the time of day when the “veil between the living and the spectral world thins.” With ghost stories and fire dancers, mystics and acrobatics, the village gives itself over to an older, eerier version of Halloween.

Suicide threats. Kids flipping furniture. Evacuated classrooms. The student mental health crisis is taking its toll on Rhode Island schools

In the next couple of days, the Rhode Island Department of Education will take an extraordinary step in its attempt to address what superintendents, principals, and teachers are calling the biggest crisis facing students and families right now. No ...

URI poll: Confidence in R.I. election systems is high, but voters concerned about political violence, A.I.

Fifty-two percent of Rhode Islanders surveyed also expressed satisfaction with the state’s overall quality of life – up from 45 percent in 2023, the University of Rhode Island poll found.

UPDATE: Driver who struck two senior citizens will be cited for a civil offense

Cranston police say the driver who struck two senior citizens crossing the street will be cited for a civil offense.

Officials say a man is in critical condition after a steel plate fell on his leg

The North Kingston Fire Department says a 59-year-old male was flown to a hospital after a steel plate fell on his leg.

This is the most haunted place in Rhode Island, per Thrillist. It's not the Conjuring House

If you're looking for the most haunted place in Rhode Island, according to Thrillist, it's not the Conjuring House.

Housing advocates kick off ‘Yes on 3’ campaign

Advocates came together to support the passage of Question 3 — an affordable housing bond that will be put before Rhode Island voters on Election Day.

Could things be looking up for Gov. McKee? URI poll results suggest the answer is yes.

Despite the grilling Gov. Dan McKee received during a Tuesday morning press conference on the Washington Bridge, a new University of Rhode Island poll unveiled hours earlier suggests the sitting governor has reversed his recent plunge in approval ratings.

Davante Adams teaming up with Aaron Rodgers again as Raiders dealing Pro Bowler to Jets: sources

A trade that has seemingly been in the works for a year is finally happening. The Raiders have agreed to trade six-time Pro Bowl Davante Adams to the Jets, according to sources.

Northeast Arc receives $100,000 gift

Planned Lifetime Assistance Network of Massachusetts and Rhode Island, Inc. (PLAN of MA & RI) has made a $100,000 gift to Northeast Arc. The gift is PLAN’s fourth

The 17 Best Watches We Spotted at Audrain Motor Week in Newport, Rhode Island

From Jay Leno's Lange to some amazing vintage Rolex and Heuer Autavias, these are the best watches we saw at the ever more famous conucours.

Rhode Island's Washington Bridge demolition to continue

The demolition of the Washington Bridge in Rhode Island is set to continue on Tuesday. The bridge takes Interstate 195 across the Seekonk River, connecting Rhode Island with Massachusetts. The westbound side was suddenly shut down in December over safety concerns,

Providence Community Electricity announces winter pricing slightly lower than R.I. Energy’s

Participants in the city’s utility aggregation program will still see about a six-cent per kilowatt hour increase over the summer rate, beginning in November

Will it be a snowy winter in Rhode Island? What the Old Farmer's Almanac says

When it comes to New England, the possibilities are endless regarding the weather, and people always want to be prepared for what's coming.

AI is changing my work as a meteorologist—Hurricane Helene and Milton proved there’s no going back

AI can accurately predict a hurricane's movement—as well as other types of extreme weather. It could be a game changer as climate emergencies increase.

Dan Hurley Faces URI for First Time in Charity Exhibition, Two-Time Defending Champion UConn Defeats URI

Rhode Island hung with two-time defending national champion and preseason No. 3 Connecticut through the first half of the Basketball Hall of Fame Enshrinement Game. However, the Huskies pulled away in the second half to take a 102-75 win Monday.

Disney+ K-drama Jeongnyeon: The Star Is Born – Kim Tae-ri in evocative period music drama

Kim Tae-ri stars as talented young singer Yoon Jeong-nyeon whose mother (Moon So-ri) tries to stop her singing, in this Disney+ period drama.

Holmes and Watson get lost in translation in Trinity Rep’s fast-paced and fun pastiche

The script sets up well that we’ll see these established characters creatively redefined as women, however, this production is not the reversal of gender but the absence of the characters’ defining characteristics.

Where to find pumpkin pastries around Rhode Island

Looking for a pumpkin s’more or a pumpkindoodle cookie? Or maybe you just want a pumpkin pecan blondie? The Ocean State has it all.

Dress designer loved by Beyoncé, Rihanna got naked to make paintings of stars like Julia Fox

Wendy Nichol’s first art show features two dozen paintings and the dress Beyoncé’s wore in the “Drunk in Love” video.

7-Eleven is closing more than 400 stores nationwide. Here's what we know

It looks like a tough bump in the road for 7-Eleven. Seven & i Holdings, the parent company of the convenience store chain, announced this week that it would be closing more than 400 stores throughout the country, according to a report in USA Today.

RI Energy crews aid in Hurricane Milton restoration as millions get power back

TAMPA, Fla. (WPRI) — Rhode Island Energy crews have taken part in getting the lights back on for roughly two million Floridians after the damage brought on by Hurricane Milton last week.

RIPTA holding open house for rapid transit study

The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority will hold an open house at the Cranston Senior Center October 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m. for Rhode Islanders to weigh in on rapid transit options to connect several cities and towns.

Gov. McKee to address community concerns amid failed Washington Bridge meeting

White's question was echoed by several other residents in the neighborhood, who said they would've asked it at the community meeting, if given the opportunity. "The dust and the noise really does effect quality of life here," said Debra Booth, another resident of the Fox Point neighborhood.

Rhode Island spends billions to improve schools with goal of improving student outcomes

The Rhode Island Department of Education says spending on school construction is making students want to learn.

Italian-American traditions thrive as Columbus fades around New England

In Rhode Island, Italian American roots run deep, and the annual Christopher Columbus Festival in its capital city is one of New England’s largest. But the festivities all but ignored the controversy around Columbus to focus on Italian heritage and culture.

This Luxurious Seaside Mansion Is A Dreamy Place To Get Away

Castle Hill Inn in Newport, RI is beloved for its cozy ambience, its Adirondack chair-filled lawn overlooking the sea, its excellent food and its warm, welcoming staff.

Rhode Island Energy crews continue hurricane recovery effort in Tampa

TAMPA, Fla. (WLNE) — Rhode Island Energy crews help restore power for Tampa residents in the wake of Hurricane Milton. “We’re putting poles up, putting wires back up, restoring feeders and getting the lights back on,” lineman Brian Madden said. 21 workers made the two-and-a-half day trip down to Tampa last week.

The unofficial start to Rhode Island men's basketball season is Monday night. Here's why

These two old Yankee Conference rivals have basically nothing in common at this point other than a shared border.

RI coaches, players make the case to play several sports — including football

Specialization and other factors have winnowed high school football rosters, but players and coaches say playing multiple sports offers many benefits