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RI had plenty of quirky 2025 moments. Mark Patinkin says these stand out.
1+ day, 17+ hour ago (796+ words) The assignment was to recall things in 2025 reflecting Rhode Island's amusing and quirky sides. I think we have no choice but to begin with sharks. It is an aspiration of news people to one day have the chance to deploy…...
Newcomer joins Providence mayor's race. Who is Michael English?
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (249+ words) PROVIDENCE " Michael English, a Providence resident, has announced that he's running for mayor next year. English launched his campaign in October and positioned himself as a centrist Democrat " slamming both incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley, who's up for reelection, and state…...
PBS docuseries 'Ocean State' will highlight Rhode Island's marine habitats
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (234+ words) The first episode of "Ocean State," a four-part PBS docuseries that explores Rhode Island's marine habitats and wildlife, will premiere in December 2025 on PBS Rhode Island. Seasonal installments will continue through 2027, producers said in a press release. The series will…...
Oh my gourd! Rhode Island farmers grows record breaking squash. It's 2,200 pounds
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (249+ words) Do you remember the book "James and the Giant Peach?" Well, this is the in-real-life sequel: "Joe and the Giant Squash," as presented by Roger Williams Park Zoo. Scituate farmer Joe Jutras broke a world record this October when he…...
Can RI police mute body camera footage? It comes down to 'should' and 'shall"
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (834+ words) Obviously, the police officer is talking something over. The visual content recorded by the officer's body camera shows lots of body language for viewers to look at. But the viewers can't hear what the officer is saying; the video is…...
Bitty and Beau's, Latte Love add to RI's coffee scene. More food and events news
2+ mon, 1+ week ago (1188+ words) An East Greenwich restaurant has a new owner, a Newport taproom plans their exit and there are a handful of new cafes and restaurants to announce. There will be a unique vegan cooking contest with local chefs. The Culinary Museum…...
What is No Kings Day? Second round of protests planned for Oct. 18 with 10 in RI
2+ mon, 2+ week ago (256+ words) Thousands are expected to gather'in cities across New England and the United States on Oct. 18 for a second round of "No Kings"'protests. There are 10 protests in Rhode Island, including one in Providence. It will take place on the mall…...
Believe in ghosts? 30+ haunted places in RI to visit ... if you dare
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (1498+ words) Stories of the paranormal abound in Rhode Island. There are haunted colonial taverns with guests who never left. Mansions the dearly departed decided not to depart. There are rumors of vampires and witches. There's the legend of a haunted boat…...
When lives were on the line, Dr. Chuck Adams was there to save them. RI will miss him
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (993+ words) Colleen Keane was 59 at the time, a trauma patient at Rhode Island Hospital a day after a head-on car accident. Just before midnight, the staff had her drink fluid for a scan to diagnose abdominal pain. Suddenly, they woke her…...
How can I get a low-number license plate? Ask the RI DMV
2+ mon, 3+ week ago (157+ words) A: Below are the Governor's Preferred plates and the registrations that are available in each plate type. This is where the low-numbered plates come from, and every Rhode Island resident is eligible to put in a request for one. This information,…...