1+ week, 5+ day ago (56+ words) Hope and Main is continuing to inspire entrepreneurs in the area to follow their passions in a low-cost and low-risk way, while also participating in classes... Hope and Main is continuing to inspire entrepreneurs in the area to follow their passions in a low-cost and low-risk way, while also participating in classes....

6+ day, 7+ hour ago (133+ words) Over the years, much has changed " we went from newspaper ads to thick Sears catalogs to TV commercials and now constant YouTube or TikTok ads for new toys. And many of the beloved toy stores of old ... Oh to be a youngster again. Christmastime was simply the best " trying to make your wish list for Santa was simultaneously stressful but also the best time of your life. Over the years, much has changed " we went from newspaper ads to thick Sears catalogs to TV commercials and now constant YouTube or TikTok ads for new toys. And many of the beloved toy stores of old are long gone, whether it's Child World, Toys 'R' Us or KB Toys. Enjoy this trip down Memory Lane, as we resurrect some favorites from The Providence Journal's acrives....

3+ week, 3+ day ago (556+ words) The Providence City Council on Thursday gave its final OK to tighten rules in order to deter local police from interacting with federal immigration officers, sending the measure to Mayor Brett Smiley, who has pledged to sign it. Councilors unanimously gave its second approval to amend the city's Community-Police Relations Act to clarify prohibited conduct following questions over police compliance after officers were seen at the scene of an U.S Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) during the summer. "At the end of day, this is building trust and more accountability as public servants," Council Miguel Sanchez said. "We all have seen and continue to see, unfortunately, horrific actions by our federal administration when it comes to immigration enforcement." Providence officials want to further prohibit police cooperation with ICE The council gave its first approval to amend the ordinance on Oct....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (56+ words) Mezzo Lounge in Providence is hosting a food drive at their Charleston location. The goal is to bring the community together to show support for families in need. Mezzo Lounge in Providence is hosting a food drive at their Charleston location. The goal is to bring the community together to show support for families in need....

1+ week, 6+ day ago (677+ words) According to the cast of'The Real Housewives of Rhode Island, Rhode Island is "small." But, according to the first look at the new season, the drama and personalities are'very big. The trailer, which was debuted on November 16 at BravoCon 2025, teases all of the major friendship and relationship drama to come between the close-knit group of girlfriends, with "deep roots" and ties to each other's families. "In Rhode Island, everyone knows everyone," one cast member stated in the trailer. "It's teeny," another said. "It's a blip. But to us, it's the center of the universe." "You may not know Rhode Island, but here, secrets don't stay buried for very long," another cast member added. Keep reading to learn more about RHORI.' Alicia Carmody, Rosie DiMare, Ashley Iaconetti, Liz McGraw, Rulla Nehme Pontarelli, Kelsey Swanson and Jo-Ellen Tiberi are the Season 1 Rhode…...

13+ hour, 38+ min ago (72+ words) Providence Day, which started 0-4, won back-to-back games in the Charlotte Hoops Challenge over the weekend, including Saturday's win over Independence. Junior forward Zeke Battier, son of former Duke star Shane Battier, discussed Providence Day, which started 0-4, won back-to-back games in the Charlotte Hoops Challenge over the weekend, including Saturday's win over Independence. Junior forward Zeke Battier, son of former Duke star Shane Battier, discussed...

2+ week, 2+ day ago (52+ words) With rising prices and the recent Government shutdown cutting off SNAP benefits, more Rhode Islanders have been turning to the food bank to feed their families. With rising prices and the recent Government shutdown cutting off SNAP benefits, more Rhode Islanders have been turning to the food bank to feed their families....

1+ week, 3+ day ago (58+ words) An event to honor the survivors of pancreatic cancer, encourage those still fighting it, and remember those who passed away from the disease was held Wednesday evening in Cranston. An event to honor the survivors of pancreatic cancer, encourage those still fighting it, and remember those who passed away from the disease was held Wednesday evening in Cranston....

2+ week, 3+ day ago (58+ words) Classical high school in Providence and East Greenwich high school have received 5 star ratings by the Department of Education. Only 19 schools statewide earned the 5 star rating. Classical high school in Providence and East Greenwich high school have received 5 star ratings by the Department of Education. Only 19 schools statewide earned the 5 star rating....

1+ week, 6+ day ago (263+ words) The Housewives universe is expanding, and Bravo is welcoming seven new ones into the franchise with The Real Housewives of Rhode Island. During the "Ask Andy" panel at BravoCon, Andy Cohen revealed a first look at the franchise expansion, which will premiere in 2026, coinciding with the celebration of 20 years of The Real Housewives. Las Culturistas Culture Awards Set Bravo Return In 2026 With Bowen Yang & Matt Rogers As Hosts Andy Cohen Says "We're Close" On 'RHONY' Season 16 Cast & Calls 'Real Housewives Of Rhode Island' Cast "Outrageously Fun" The premiere season cast of'The Real Housewives of Rhode Island'will follow "Alicia Carmody,'Rosie DiMare,'Ashley Iaconetti,'Liz McGraw,'Rulla Nehme Pontarelli,'Kelsey Swanson, and Jo-Ellen Tiberi, as they navigate the highs and lows of Rhode Island's close-knit social scene. RELATED: Kandi Burruss Receives The Wifetime Achievement Award At The Bravos: "I Will Always…...