Providence Secures $3.7 Million in Fire Safety Funding

 A new federal law will increase funding for local fire departments across the country. The new law, which was authored by Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed, will help fire departments purchase new equipment, hire and retain firefighters, and improve their training. “Rhode Island’s firefighters work around the clock to keep us safe and respond to … Read more

Scott Isaacs to leave Channel 10, Pam Johnston to lead Rhode Island PBS

Local news has never been more important than it is right now,” Isaacs said in a statement. “I’m honored to be joining the talented staff at Boston 25. I’m excited about evolving Boston 25′s innovative news product so that we are there whenever and wherever our viewers need us.” Channel 10 is regularly one of … Read more

Where to Get Inked on National Tattoo Day in Rhode Island

Photography via Getty Images / Marco_Piunti Happy National Tattoo Day! Here’s your guide to understanding different ink styles and finding the right tattoo artist in the Rhode Island area.   American and Neo Traditional  Known for bold lines and vibrant color patterns, American and Neo Traditional tattoos follow style designs from the twentieth century. Quintessential traditional … Read more

East Providence police identify suspects in attempted armed robbery

Abel Nolasco, Alex Manuel Jesus Marte, David Ramos (East Providence Police Department) EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — East Providence Police have identified the three suspects arrested after at attempted armed robbery in East Providence on Tuesday. 38-year-old Abel Nolasco, 34-year-old David Ramos, and 28-year-old Alex Manuel Jesus Marte were arrested yesterday after they allegedly tried … Read more

Early Fall Outlook: When RI Residents Can Expect Break From Heat

RHODE ISLAND — People in Rhode Island anticipating the arrival of cooler fall weather may have to sweat through a hotter-than-usual fall, according to a new late summer and early fall outlook. In a look ahead at temperatures for August, September and October, The Weather Channel and Atmospheric G2 said summer heat will continue into … Read more

A shorter school day is an unconscionable decision for Providence schools

“Thirty minutes is a big impact,” Education Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green told Channel 12 last June. “Anything less than that, we wouldn’t really see the impact of that.” “With wage increases, additional professional development time, and an unprecedented extension of the school day, this agreement will move Providence Public Schools forward,” Governor Dan McKee said in … Read more

Dogtopia teams up with the Pawtucket Animal Shelter

On The Rhode Show, we find out more about The Pawtucket Animal Shelter. Find out about some of the animals that are up for adoption. Our segment is sponsored by Dogtopia Warwick, a premier dog daycare, boarding, grooming, and training facility on Jefferson Boulevard. Dogtopia believes that DOGS SAVE LIVES. They support the mission of … Read more

Stopping the summer slide with United Way of Rhode Island

By GRETA SHUSTER Special to the Herald United Way of Rhode Island’s mission to help students maintain their academic level over the summer is a puzzle. The City of Cranston is one of the integral pieces. Since 2012, United Way’s Summer Learning Initiative (SLI) has been helping students in Rhode Island continue to learn and … Read more