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By CHARLIE ADAMS Looking for local summer fun? Look no further, there are plenty of events coming up around Rhode Island to get excited about! Our local recreation and public libraries have great programs running all summer long, and we’ve picked out some of our favorites. These free-to-attend events are a cool way to enjoy … Read more
CRANSTON – “After one year from the ratification of this article, the manufacture, sale or transportation of intoxicating liquors within, the importation thereof into, or the exportation thereof from the United States and all territory subject to the jurisdiction thereof for beverage purposes is hereby prohibited,” so said the 18th Amendment to the United States … Read more
CRANSTON – “After one year from the ratification of this article, the manufacture, sale or transportation of intoxicating liquors within, the importation thereof into, or the exportation thereof from the United States and all territory subject to the jurisdiction thereof for beverage purposes is hereby prohibited,” so said the 18th Amendment to the United States … Read more
By Rob Duguay When it comes to talking about the history of rock & roll in Rhode Island, you have to mention John Cafferty & The Beaver Brown Band. They originally started out in 1973 while harnessing their sound in various bars and venues throughout the Northeast region while reaching the next echelon of stardom … Read more
Our programs assist, inform, entertain, and enrich the lives of Individuals 55 years and older. Meals on Wheels of RI Monday, July 15 – 10 a.m. Facilitator: Luz Filpo This presentation will address the benefits of both receiving meals on wheels and the benefits of becoming a volunteer deliverer. Evening Bingo Tuesdays, July 16th & … Read more
By RYAN DOHERTY Special to the Herald Cranston’s electoral races are packed at the starting line. More than 200 people are running for Cranston offices, including the General Assembly, City Council, School Committee, Democratic and Republican Ward Committees, and Mayor. The mayoral race is particularly heated with incumbent Kenneth J Hopkins (R) and state Rep. … Read more
CVS announced a grant to benefit the Postpartum Hypertension Team on July 9, 2024. (CVS) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) – CVS announced a $1 million grant to Women & Infants Hospital on Tuesday. CVS said that the grant given to the hospital in Providence is to increase access to maternal health services. CVS reported that the … Read more
Lauren Drapeau and Shaun Towne 8 mins ago PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island Energy is alerting customers to upcoming changes that will affect their accounts. The utility provider said it plans to launch a new website on Monday, Aug. 19, which will require customers to create a new online profile and reset their password. “This is a … Read more
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Women & Infants Hospital in Providence is planning on expanding access to maternal health services, specifically postpartum care, thanks to a $1 million grant from the CVS Health Foundation. Care New England, which owns Women & Infants, said some of the funding is going toward hiring additional staff to help with … Read more
Listen to this article A defendant’s criminal convictions have been upheld by the Rhode Island Supreme Court despite his challenge to the trial court’s decision to allow the state to strike a prospective juror. The defendant, Dari Garcia, argued that the trial judge erred in allowing the state to strike a prospective minority juror in … Read more