A new report on primary care Medicaid reimbursement rates, a new promise from McKee
Rhode Island’s primary care providers could see a big boost to their Medicaid reimbursements under a $16 million proposal Gov. Dan McKee pledged on Wednesday to include in his next state budget if reelected. McKee’s promise accompanied the release of a yearlong review by the Rhode Island Office of the Health Insurance
Bomb squad removes grenade found at Cranston property
CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — The Rhode Island Bomb Squad removed a grenade discovered in a shed at a Cranston property Wednesday afternoon, according to officials. Cranston police officers and firefighters were dispatched to 109 Wilbur Ave. around 1:05 p.m. after someone cleaning out the residence or estate found the grenad
The best and worst times to hit the road Labor Day weekend
Drivers traveling from Boston to Providence on I-93 S will find one of the most congested routes in the nation. Drivers should plan ahead before hitting the roads this holiday weekend, according to AAA, which named Boston among the top three Labor Day destinations in the U.S. Drivers traveling from...
School bus strike threat could disrupt transportation in 9 Rhode Island districts
(WJAR) — More than 750 school bus workers serving several Rhode Island school districts are prepared to go on strike, Teamsters Local 251 announced Tuesday. If the workers walked off the job, it would affect transportation routes for the Providence, Pawtucket, Lincoln, Smithfield, Central Falls, Bristol-Warren, Portsmo
Coventry resident surrenders peacefully after nearly 5-hour standoff
An hours-long standoff in Coventry ended peacefully Wednesday afternoon, according to police.
2 new elementary schools unveiled in North Providence
North Providence held a ribbon-cutting Wednesday for Dr. Joseph A. Whelan Elementary School and Woodhaven Elementary School.
Police find boy reported missing in Mansfield
Police have located a 13-year-old boy reported missing Wednesday.
Boater wanted in Bristol hit-and-run that injured swimmer
The DEM said a swimmer suffered minor injuries after being hit by the boat close to shore around 4 p.m. Monday.
11 Rhode Island Restaurants That Look Ordinary From The Outside But Keep Locals Coming...
Some restaurants spend a fortune trying to look memorable. These places apparently missed the memo. You could drive past them, wonder what’s inside, and keep right on going, while a Rhode Island local is already planning their next meal there. That’s the plot twist. From the outside, these...
In the Kitchen: Dune Brothers Shellfish Mignonette
We’re so excited to have Dune Brothers in the kitchen with us this morning!. 1 Cup Vinho Verde (can substitute any other crisp, dry white wine) *Brunoise is a french culinary technique in which the item is cut into small, uniform cubes approx. 1/8 inch x 1/8 inch. Add...
