The Old-School Diner In Rhode Island That Secretly Serves The State’s Best Comfort Food
Tucked away on a corner in Pawtucket sits a gleaming time capsule of Americana that locals have been keeping to themselves for far too long. The Modern Diner isn’t just serving breakfast and lunch – it’s dishing out Rhode Island history on a plate, with a side of the most comforting food you’ll find in the Ocean State.
Attleboro Firefighters Respond to Three Major Incidents in Two Hours
Attleboro firefighters respond to ammonia leak, rollover, and three-vehicle crash in under two hours; no major injuries reported.
What the RI Department of State Says Is In (and Out) for Rhode Island...
Every January brings its fair share of bold predictions, lofty resolutions, and promises to become a brand-new person by February. But this year, Rhode Island is taking a slightly different approach. Instead of chasing reinvention, 2026 is shaping up to be about participation, attention, and showing up where it counts.
More Rhode Islanders with disabilities now eligible for federally tax-deferred savings accounts
One of Rhode Island General Treasurer James Diossa’s resolutions for 2026 is to create 1,000 active savings accounts for residents with disabilities without jeopardizing their federal benefits. That goal may become reality now that Rhode Islanders whose disabilities began before age 46 are eligible to open accounts...
10 Hidden Italian Eateries In Rhode Island Loved By Locals
Rhode Island may be the smallest state, but its Italian food scene packs a serious punch. Tucked away on side streets and nestled in historic neighborhoods, hidden trattorias and family-run restaurants serve up some of the most authentic Italian dishes outside of Italy. Locals have been keeping these spots under...
Vote adds bilingual charter school in Rhode Island and expands seats in other
(WJAR) — A vote to expand charter schools in Rhode Island on Monday is getting voice of support and concern. The Rhode Island Council on Elementary and Secondary Education made some major moves Monday night when it comes to charter schools in the Ocean State. One of those moves...
‘I Want to Walk Safely to Dave’s in Cumberland’
In a recent article in The Valley Breeze, a spokesperson for Dave’s Marketplace expressed interest in expanding their Cumberland, R.I., location and promised to consider the impact on neighbors as they make their plans. Since the expansion seems to be in the early planning stages, as does the addition of sidewalks...
RI fire marshal: Swiss Alps resort fire similar to Station nightclub
Rhode Island State Fire Marshal Tim McLaughlin will never forget the Station nightclub fire, which took the lives of 100 concertgoers and injured more than 200 others more than 20 years ago.
Brown University Health requires masks at all times for hospital patients, visitors, staff
Patients, visitors, and staff at several Rhode Island and Massachusetts medical facilities are now required to wear masks at all times due to an uptick in respiratory virus cases in the area. Brown University Health announced that the healthcare system would move to "respiratory virus status red" starting Jan. 6,...
Connecticut–Rhode Island Earthquake Alert: Early Tuesday Tremor Highlights Rare Seismic Risk in Southern New...
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Hartford, Connecticut – A rare East Coast earthquake early Tuesday is renewing preparedness conversations across Connecticut and Rhode Island, states where seismic activity remains uncommon but possible....
