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Blizzard warning hits RI as nor'easter may bring 20+ inches of snow
4+ hour, 16+ min ago (262+ words) A blizzard warning is in effect for all of Rhode Island as the state is now expected to be slammed with more than 20 inches, starting tonight Sunday, Feb. 22 and going well into Monday. In Providence, 21 inches of snow is predicted…...
Providence almost had a subway system 100 years ago. Why it went nowhere
5+ day, 22+ hour ago (102+ words) Providence drew up plans as far back as 1913, inspired by the success of Boston's historic subway line. Here's why it never went anywhere. Providence almost had a subway system 100 years ago. Why it went nowhere Providence was ascendant in January…...
ICE pursuits in Providence crashes raise major questions on oversight
1+ week, 2+ day ago (93+ words) The Providence External Review Authority says an accident report failed to name the ICE agent who struck a parked car during a pursuit in July 2025. ICE pursuits in Providence crashes raise major questions on oversight Two automobile crashes in Providence…...
Which RI women's teams have a shot at March Madness? We break it down
1+ week, 3+ day ago (155+ words) URI did the honors in the 1995-96 season and the Rams are currently best positioned among the four schools to make the NCAA Tournament. Which RI women's teams have a shot at March Madness? We break it down We could be…...
Dentists want RI to stop using mercury fillings. Is it a problem?
1+ week, 3+ day ago (157+ words) Dental amalgam fillings have a bad rap. Advocates argue they are toxic and can harm people. But how common are they? Dentists want RI to stop using mercury fillings. Is it a problem? Advocates argue dental amalgam fillings are toxic,…...
New restaurants in Providence, Warren; rooftop reopening at Blu Violet
1+ week, 5+ day ago (91+ words) One of the few rooftop restaurants and bars in Providence has reopened after a redesign. A new restaurant opened on Valley Street. Coming soon is a cafe in Newport. But the big news is that the Water ... New restaurants in…...
How many inches of snow did Rhode Island get? See NWS totals by town
2+ week, 6+ hour ago (176+ words) It was another weekend of significant snowfall in Rhode Island. While original forecasts called for 4 inches of snow, parts of the state saw as much as nine inches of snow in Saturday's storm. While the snow is over, bitter cold…...
Local Mortgage Company Recognized for Fastest Closings in Massachusetts and Rhode Island
2+ week, 14+ hour ago (849+ words) FAIRHAVEN, MA, UNITED STATES " Onshore Mortgage LLC, a locally owned and operated mortgage broker serving Bristol County, the South Coast of Massachusetts, and Rhode Island, has been recognized with multiple top industry awards for 2025, highlighting the firm's exceptional speed-to-close performance,…...
Could a blood test detect Alzheimer’s risk? A RI company wants to know.
2+ week, 3+ day ago (137+ words) Diagnosing Alzheimer's, a neurodegenerative disease, is complicated and costly. A study in RI could help speed up the process ... Could a blood test detect Alzheimer's risk? A RI company wants to know. Diagnosing the disease can be expensive, invasive and…...
RI restaurants offer deals for Super Bowl Sunday, but don't wait
2+ week, 4+ day ago (707+ words) Super Bowl Sunday is a big day and not just for football. It's got holiday vibes. Make that vibes on steroids when the Patriots are playing in the big game. Super Bowl Sunday is acknowledged as the second biggest food…...