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Construction progresses on Budlong Pool in Cranston

After a series of setbacks, the new Budlong Pool is taking shape as construction on the project moves forward.
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Parents want answers after several teachers resign from Catholic school in Warwick, RI

Six teachers reportedly abruptly resigned from a Catholic school in Warwick, Rhode Island, this week, leading to concern from parents who are demanding answers. NBC10 Boston affiliate WJAR says the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence confirmed Thursday that a "handful of teachers" voluntarily resigned this week from...
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Mother turns tragedy into advocacy at walk to end domestic violence

WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Standing strong alongside her son Gabriel, Estefania Dempsey bravely recalled the day in 2024 when her husband, Seamus Dempsey, took the life of her 4-year-old son Liam. "In that moment, my whole world collapsed," Estefania said. "The man that I once loved took away the...
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Taunton man killed after accident at scrap metal shop

WESTPORT, Mass. (WPRI) — A Taunton man has died following an accident at a scarp yard in Westport on Friday morning. According to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office, first responders were called to Mid City Scrap Yard on State Rd. just after 11 a.m. for a medical incident. When they arrived on scene, they...
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Nor’easter Bears Down on Rhode Island

Above: Greenwich Cove during a nor-easter in March 2018. Secure outdoor furniture and Halloween decorations. It’s time to batten down the hatches for the region’s first nor’easter in two years. According to forecasts Saturday, the storm is due to land early Sunday afternoon, with heavy rain and strong winds. East...
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Rhode Island troopers arrest 2 on fraud, driving charges

SCITUATE — Troopers arrested Cherie Hart, age 40, of Cranston on Thursday, Oct. 9 at 9:20 a.m. for an active Affidavit and Arrest Warrant. Hart was charged with conspiracy – felony less than 5 years, obtaining property by false pretenses/personation over $10,000, fraudulently obtaining public assistance over $500,...
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Hot water outage at Providence apartment complex stretches into 2nd week

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — People who live at the Charles Place Apartments on Charles Street haven’t had reliable hot water since last week, prompting several residents to contact 12 Responds for help. “I’ve been boiling water to wash up and clean dishes,” one frustrated resident told 12 News on Tuesday morning....
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Man arrested on gun charges after traffic stop in North Providence

NORTH PROVIDENCE — A 25-year-old Woonsocket man was arrested on firearms charges after a traffic stop on Mineral Spring Avenue on Oct. 8. Kyle Mumford was pulled over by a North Providence police officer for not wearing a seat belt, according to a police press release. Police discovered Mumford...
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Weather Alert: Coastal storm impacts begin tomorrow, worsen for Monday

A Storm Team 10 Weather Alert has been placed for the end of the weekend through Monday as a impactful coastal storm brings heavy rain and gusty winds to the region. The forecast today features mostly cloudy skies and seasonable temperatures, but that changes as we head into Sunday. Rain chances will increase from...
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Crossroads Rhode Island opens Summer Street apartments

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Crossroads Rhode Island opened the apartments on Summer Street Friday. It is the largest apartment development of its kind in New England. Each apartment includes a kitchen, living area and bathroom. Residents will begin moving in on Monday. Crossroads said they will also be renovating...

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