Court monitoring determines Providence schools compliant with preschool special ed settlement
The Providence Public School District (PPSD) can now move past a federal class action lawsuit over the delivery of special education services for hundreds of preschoolers after being deemed compliant with the terms of a settlement reached two years ago. An independent monitor has determined that school officials met...
Local credit union donates $50,000, hosts food drive amid SNAP benefits uncertainty
(WJAR) — People’s Credit Union announced it is donating $50,000 to food pantries in response to uncertainties surrounding SNAP benefits. The $50,000 was distributed to six local pantries in the East Bay, officials said. As part of the effort, the credit union also said they are hosting a...
Former Fall River mayor describes random stabbing: “He was telling me to die”
Former Fall River Mayor Will Flanagan can recall his attack with clarity.
Police: Man died from ‘accidental fall’ in Woonsocket
The 49-year-old was found with head injuries Monday morning on Pond Street.
‘It was touch and go for a while’: Flanagan updates recovery from stabbing
FALL RIVER, Mass. (WJAR) — “I’m on the mend.”. Will Flanagan’s left eye is red and bruised underneath. He has a bandage on the right side of his neck. “The injuries are painful. Some days the pain shoots to a 10 on the scale.”. But’s he’s...
Rhode Island Hooters Closed Indefinitely, But That May Change
Hooters is reorganizing after bankruptcy, raising real questions about a Rhode Island return.
Providence Place Mall Welcomes New Retailer
Providence Place Mall has a new tenant. On Friday, the mall will celebrate the grand opening of Five Below, the popular value retailer offering trendy products and fun games, snacks, jewelry, decor, and more for teens and families. The store will be located at the north end of the mall...
Your money, their rules: Rhode Island, Massachusetts hold millions in unclaimed cash
(WJAR) — From forgotten bank accounts to uncashed checks, Rhode Island and Massachusetts have millions of dollars of your money in their unclaimed property programs. With a 25% return rate, Rhode Island gave back about a quarter of the $58 million it collected in unclaimed funds in FY 2025.
City takes next step to purchase 475 Valley Street in bid to save WaterFire
The City is taking steps to purchase WaterFire’s building at 475 Valley Street to help the non-profit stay afloat following years of financial difficulties. Mayor Brett Smiley has proposed purchasing 475 Valley for $3.5 million and then leasing it back to WaterFire for a dollar a year for the next 20 years. The City...
2nd person tests positive for West Nile virus in Rhode Island
There have now been two human cases of West Nile virus in Rhode Island in 2025 after recent testing confirmed the presence of the virus.
