In heartbreaking news, the Roger Williams Zoo announced the unexpected passing of Nicko, their cherished baby two-toed sloth, due to a viral disease. Despite the dedicated efforts of zookeepers and veterinary staff to provide supportive care and treatment when Nicko showed symptoms of respiratory illness, the young sloth sadly succumbed to the virus. A necropsy … Read more
The following people were arrested by Cranston police between June 29 and July 3. Jul 23, 2024 11:55 am EDT CRANSTON, RI — The following people were arrested by Cranston police between June 29 and July 3. Names of those arrested, their age, or the town they reside in, as well as the time of … Read more
Listen to this article The Rhode Island Department of Housing will begin seeking the Department of Administration’s approval before hiring subcontractors rather than funneling them through a Providence law firm, the Providence Journal has reported. The announcement comes after the Journal reported that now-former Housing Secretary Stefan Pryor had used Savage Law Partners to “leapfrog” … Read more
Pina-Warren. (Courtesy of Nonviolence Institute) PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Nonviolence Institute has appointed a new executive director. On Facebook, the non-profit organization announced that Lisa Pina-Warren would be the successor to Keith Morton, who served as the interim director. Former Nonviolence Institute Cedric Huntley served as the executive director for the Nonviolence Institute for … Read more
”In these challenging times, the need for NVI’s services is greater than ever before and Lisa has tirelessly and compassionately made nonviolence her life’s work,” Seth Handy, who co-chairs the Nonviolence Institute’s board, said in a statement. “She is a dedicated, passionate and inspirational leader and we look forward to her guidance in helping us … Read more
The Apex building in Pawtucket. (WPRI-TV) PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — The Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency is moving full steam ahead with plans to breathe new life into the long-dormant Apex building and the vacant storefronts that surround it. The city bought the ziggurat-roofed Apex building for $17.7 million via eminent domain nearly three years ago after negotiations … Read more
WARWICK, R.I. (WPRI) — The median price for a single-family home in Rhode Island reached a staggering $494,000 last month, according to the R.I. Association of Realtors. The record-high median price marks nearly a 12% increase from the year prior, even though there’s about 32% more homes on the market. Home sales also decreased 19% … Read more
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island is trying to get more people to spend time outdoors. The Department of Environmental Management (DEM) said it is conducting an online survey and hosting a series of events to get the public’s input on outdoor recreation. Feedback from the survey will be used to inform the Rhode Island … Read more
File image of Cranston police car. CRANSTON, R.I. (WLNE) — Cranston Police have arrested a man who they say shot his gun outside a local bar on Phenix Avenue on Sunday. 28-year-old Michael Mancini is charged with: Carrying a pistol without a license Possession of a controlled substance (schedule I-cocaine) Firing in a compact area … Read more
Premiere Electrical Services visits The Rhode Show. Why should you contact a licensed electrician? One of the chief reasons why a homeowner or property owner should contact an electrician is whenever they are dealing with electrical issues, installations, or upgrades. If you need professional expertise, code compliance, and efficient problem-solving with your electrical setup, call … Read more