Bristol-Plymouth’s nursing program achieves 100% pass rate
Bristol-Plymouth Regional Technical School’s Practical Nursing Program achieved a 100% pass rate on the 2025 National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses. All 51 students in the program passed the exam on their first attempt, according to a community announcement. The results were provided to the...
Local Businesses Shut Down Today in Support of Nationwide ICE Out
If you’ve been on a social media break lately (and who could blame you), you might be confused as to why you couldn’t pop into your favorite coffee shop this morning, or why you can’t make dinner reservations at some of the most popular eateries in the city tonight. Many local businesses are participating in ICE Out,...
Police search for missing teen in Tolland County
TOLLAND COUNTY, CT — Police are searching for a 16-year-old girl who was last seen Sunday. Emily Parsons was reported missing from Coventry, RI, according to the Coventry Police Department. Parsons is described as a white female with brown hair and hazel eyes, standing 5 feet 3 inches tall...
Weekend Storm Could Bring Snow and Wind to SouthCoast
A rapidly strengthening winter storm could bring snow gusty winds and difficult travel to the SouthCoast this weekend.
RI Podiatrist Reprimanded for Failure to Document Patient Opioid Use
A licensed podiatrist in the state has been issued a reprimand by the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) - for violating state pain management regulations and state law. According to RIDOH, it received a complaint alleging that Stephen Rogers, who has been licensed in the state since 1995, “inappropriately...
Man in custody after reported assault at Johnston home
Police arrested a Johnston man accused of assaulting a woman and then barricading himself in a home Thursday afternoon.
Massachusetts and Rhode Island Labor and Employment Law Updates
Massachusetts and Rhode Island lawmakers were busy throughout 2025 enacting labor and employment-related legislation. Understanding these critical legal updates is essential for employers seeking to comply with applicable laws and ensure fair labor and employment practices in their workplace. Below is a selection of...
Rhode Island woman sentenced to community service after animal cruelty charge
A Rhode Island woman has been sentenced after a disturbing find by police officers. According to police, on December 19th, Coventry Animal Control Officers responded to Circlewood Drive to conduct a wellbeing check of the animals on the property. When Animal Control arrived at the residence, they located a male...
Heroux calls for resignation of Noem, Bovino, adding their incompetence is endangering law enforcement...
DARTMOUTH — Bristol County Sheriff Paul Heroux is calling for the resignations of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem and the now deposed Border Patrol Commander-at-Large Greg Bovino, saying their incompetence has undermined public trust in law enforcement nationwide following the fatal shootings of...
Man found dead on Providence sidewalk in freezing cold
A man was found dead in freezing temperatures on Washington Street in Providence early Wednesday morning, Jan. 28, according to the Providence police. Emergency responders were called to the area of 81 Washington Street at about 4:56 a.m. Wednesday after a nearby business reported concern for a person outside,...
