‘Charles Street’ Film Showcases Working Class Providence

[CREDIT: Gamm] Above, filming a scene for “Charles Street” are from left, Vinnie Velez, and Katrina Brianne.WARWICK, RI — The new independent film “Charles Street” was given a special screening on July 20 at the Gamm Theatre, followed by a case Q&A about the well-made, sometimes humorous showcase of working class Providence.   For writer/producer/director Nick … Read more

Omni Hotel workers to strike for better pay, working conditions

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — More than 100 Omni Hotel employees rallied in front of the Providence location on Wednesday. Workers say they will go on strike Wednesday, Aug. 7, as they push for better pay and working conditions. Contracts for workers at the Omni, Renaissance and Graduate hotels have either already expired or will by … Read more

Providence firefighters working to contain scrap metal fire on Allens Avenue

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Providence Fire Department is working to contain and extinguish a scrap metal fire on Allens Avenue. In a post on Twitter, Chief Derek Silva shared that 30 firefighters were working on the fire. No injuries were related to the fire at this time, according to officials. The Providence City Council … Read more