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World Cup watch parties bring communities together in Rhode Island
1+ hour, 46+ min ago (811+ words) PROVIDENCE " Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa didn't mince words Thursday when he described the World Cup parties and teams coming to Rhode Island during the 2026 FIFA World Cup. "That's a big effin' deal," he said during the opening of…...
Where to eat in Rhode Island during the World Cup, based on what team you're rooting for
1+ week, 10+ hour ago (567+ words) PROVIDENCE " Heading to Rhode Island for the FIFA World Cup this June? Visitors coming to Rhode Island or locals looking to celebrate their favorite national team will be able to find cuisines from around the globe in Providence, Pawtucket, Central…...
Providence City Council unanimously approves law to give civilian oversight authority more power to investigate police misconduct
1+ week, 19+ hour ago (614+ words) PROVIDENCE " The Providence City Council on Thursday unanimously passed an amended ordinance that expands the powers of the civilian-led police oversight board, a move that supporters hope will help bring greater accountability and more efficient civilian oversight to the Providence…...
Lawmakers repeal a pro-slavery amendment Rhode Island backed 165 years ago
1+ week, 1+ day ago (960+ words) Daniel Trafford can rattle off dates of Civil War battles and publications down to the month and day without hesitation. But the State House publicist and history buff had no idea Rhode Island lawmakers attempted to prevent the Civil War…...
Smiley, Morales spar in first Democratic primary debate of Providence mayor's race
1+ week, 2+ day ago (1169+ words) PROVIDENCE " In their first head-to-head debate, incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley and his challenger, state Representative David Morales, sparred on rent control, snow removal, immigration enforcement and their records, as both men seek the Democratic nomination in a race that has…...
Rhode Island has a primary care problem. Health Insurance Commissioner Cory King has a plan.
1+ week, 3+ day ago (1118+ words) An initial wellness exam for the state's primary care landscape published by the Office of the Health Insurance Commissioner on Monday found fewer Rhode Islanders have a personal doctor they can turn to for non-urgent health concerns compared with a…...
Bally's picked to launch Rhode Island's second online sportsbook
2+ week, 2+ day ago (961+ words) As soon as late November, Rhode Island will have a new online option to bet on any sports matches " one from the very company that already operates the state's in-person sportsbook. The Rhode Island Lottery on May 8 awarded Bally's Corp....
Legacy's five-game unbeaten streak ends as Seattle Reign win Boston's Rhode Island debut
2+ week, 6+ day ago (501+ words) PAWTUCKET, R. I. " Boston Legacy FC's five-game unbeaten streak, which brought the club out of the NWSL's basement after five straight losses to open the season, came to an end Friday night. In the Legacy's first match at Centreville Bank Stadium " their…...
Here are some of summer's hottest events in Rhode Island
2+ week, 6+ day ago (1255+ words) After a short scorcher, it's time to start thinking about summer and leave memories of a historic winter behind us. And there are plenty of events to choose from, including some that haven't happened for a very long time. The…...
Podcast: The biggest names in Providence's restaurant industry get candid
3+ week, 1+ day ago (598+ words) The Boston Globe Podcast: The biggest names in Providence's restaurant industry get candid At Food Club Live, restaurateurs, chefs, and patrons came out to listen to the industry leaders creating the concepts people can't stop talking about PROVIDENCE " For years,…...