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Tragic Loss at Roger Williams Zoo: Beloved Baby Sloth Nicko Passes Away

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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

Former Non-Violence Institute director Cedric Huntley passes away

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Former Executive Director for the Non-Violence Institute and community advocate Cedric Huntley has died. Huntley worked with the institute for more than 20 years, and served as the Executive Director from 2020 to 2023. He was also the civilian representative for the Rhode Island Police Accreditation Commission. In a joint statement, … Read more