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What is a blizzard? When Rhode Island last saw one
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (514+ words) If you've lived in Rhode Island for any length of time, you've heard people talking about blizzards. More specifically, you've likely heard someone talking about Blizzard of '78, which dropped 28.6 inches of snow on the Providence'area Feb. 6 and 7, 1978, effectively shutting down…...
Providence hires firm to scrutinize Brown shooting response. How much will it cost?
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (172+ words) Providence has hired the Police Executive Research Forum to conduct an independent review of the city's response to the December mass shooting at Brown University. The review will scrutinize how the city communicated with the public, which has been the…...
The oldest museums in RI opened over 200 years ago. How to visit
1+ mon, 1+ week ago (311+ words) Looking for a new'museum to visit'this winter? As one of the 13 original colonies, Rhode Island is home to'many historical museums'dedicated to preserving the state's crucial role in the history of the United States. In fact, one of the state's oldest…...
Warwick was named the best place in Rhode Island to retire in 2026. Here's why
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (359+ words) Do you want to retire but can't bear to depart from your Rhode Island family? Then U.S. News & World Report may have some good news for you, as they just named Warwick, Rhode Island the best place to retire in the…...
Here's what Providence basketball coach Kim English said about Friars' preseason loss
5+ mon, 2+ week ago (1621+ words) Providence opened with an exhibition defeat in its unofficial start to this 2025-26 men's basketball season." Pittsburgh erased an early deficit and led throughout the second half at Petersen Events Center on Oct. 19. The Panthers held on for an 81-74 triumph, denying…...