Providence RI

Here are the three retail giants leaving Rhode Island this June. 1. Francesca's (Total State Exit) The boutique staple Francesca's is reaching the final chapter of its physical storefront era this June. Following a second Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing in early 2026, the chain is liquidating all of its roughly 400 boutiques nationwide. Known for its curated, small-shop aesthetic, the brand's departure marks...

New Providence Place owners are eyeing Costco as a possible tenant. Could Rhode Island finally get one?

Northeast gasoline prices are surging as oil prices march upward and global supply disruptions worsen as the U.S. war with Iran enters its 10th week. Rhode Island ranks 21st on the list of states with the highest gas prices in the nation. A gallon of gas is now $4.39 in RI.

Above: The Art of the Sea, $62, Knit Club, knit.club. Mega Sudoku, $12.99, Barrington Books, barringtonbooks.com. 52 Weeks of Scrap Yarn, $50; Degen Happy tape measure, $36, Knit Club. John Derian Sticker Book, $35, Wendy Brown Home, wendybrownhome.com. Rolife miniature house kit, $48.99, Frog & Toad, frogandtoadstore.com. Belt, $150, ECS Designs, elizabethcraneswartz.com. D.I.Y. embroidered doll kit, $24, Knit Club. Grabie watercolor set, $44.95, Barrington Books...

Pyramid Management Group—one of the nation’s largest private owners of super regional malls and centers—has issued a press release expressing joy over having been reunited with a property the Syracuse-based company originally developed and operated beginning in 1999. In partnership with Paolino Properties and DW Partners, Pyramid...

A man known for his impact on Catholic schools in Fall River, North Dartmouth, and across the South Coast has died. Bishop Stang has announced the passing of James McNamee, beloved educator and administrator of Bishop Stang. The school states that “Mr. Mac” impacted the lives of countless students and...

REHOBOTH, Mass. (WJAR) — A part of Route 6 in Rehoboth was closed on Monday afternoon. A fire response appears to have caused the closure. The road was closed near Barney Avenue. Heavy smoke could be seen from the nearby area.

SCITUATE, R.I. (WJAR) — A vehicle crashed into a building in Scituate on Monday. The crash occurred at 56 Hope Furnace Rd. Both the truck and the building appeared to have sustained damage. An NBC 10 News crew also observed a snapped utility pole. Neighbors say the crash caused...

With a short statement, Heritage Hospitality and Crisp Restaurant Group said the deal is off for the sale of Providence's Union Station Brewery and Providence Coal Fired Pizza with locations in Providence and North Kingstown. Newport-based Heritage announced the intention to buy the brewery and restaurants more than six months ago, on Oct. 24, 2025. "After a thorough process exploring a deal, Heritage...

The Fall River Police Department is looking to identify two people after a recent incident on Middle Street. According to a volunteer, it was discovered on the morning of April 25th that the shop at the rear of St. Anne Shrine on the north side of the building was broken into.