Wyatt detainee sentenced for conspiring to bring contraband into prison
A federal detainee at the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility was sentenced Tuesday to 12 months in prison for having contraband, according to acting U.S. Attorney Sara Miron Bloom.
Central Falls gives tour of new state-of-the-art high school
CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. (WJAR) — NBC 10 got an up-close look at Central Falls' new, state-of-the-art high school on Higginson Avenue. It's replacing the city's almost-century old high school on Summer Street. Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera, Central Falls Public Schools' Superintendent Stephanie Downey Toledo, and AI3...
Providence school-zone speed cameras to resume operation this week
(WJAR) — Providence city officials announced that the school-zone speed cameras will be activating starting this Wednesday. According to officials, the cameras will operate on all school days from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Violations will be issued beginning Wednesday. City officials said $50 fines will be issued to...
Barrington man, 80, makes free, homemade canes for seniors: Carl’s Canes
BARRINGTON, R.I. (WJAR) — A Barrington man is doing all he can to help others his age with their mobility issues. Carl Keitner, 80, is not only an artist focusing on photography, but he is also a professional driver for family and friends. “I have personal clients who use...
Multiple RI school cell phone bans go into effect
SCITUATE, R.I. (WLNE) — As Scituate heads back to school, Scituate High School is implementing a district-wide cell phone policy. The “Away for the Day” policy means students will not be allowed to have cell phones in classrooms during the school day. This also applies to laptops,...
The Providence Diner With Some Of The Best Pancakes Around
We finally stopped by Seaplane Diner on Allen’s Avenue in Providence and now I know why it’s always busy. Before you go just know that there is a wait for a table (there is counter seating as well) but in my humble opinion it is indeed worth the wait.
Goodwill hosts influencer shopping competition to mark opening of by-the-pound outlet
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Goodwill of Southern New England hosted an influencer shopping competition to mark the opening of a by-the-pound outlet in Providence. The competition was held on Tuesday, the day before the store opens to the public. According to officials, the local influences had to create the...
Tragic weekend on Bristol County roads: fatal crashes claim lives, leave one seriously injured
“Bristol Count District Attorney Thomas M. Quinn, III announced two motor vehicle fatalities that occurred in Bristol County this weekend. On August 23, 2025, Massachusetts State Police responded to 911 calls reporting a vehicle in the woods shortly after 3:00 am on Route 195 East near mile marker 21. Upon arrival,...
Spot shower possible Monday, followed by fall-like weather in Southern New England
A few widely scattered rain showers are possible on Monday as a cold front sweeps across Southern New England, followed by cooler temperatures giving us a taste of fall to close out August. An area of low pressure will pass east of New England Monday morning, bringing the best chance...
As J.J. Abrams’ new movie ‘Ghostwriter’ films on PVD’s Point Street Bridge, crowds are...
PROVIDENCE – As crews prepared during the day Sunday, Aug. 24 for a night of filming J.J. Abrams’ “ Ghostwriter ,” curiosity was piqued among those in the area of the Point Street Bridge. “I wondered what was going on,” said Akelo Agingu, who normally takes the bus from Cranston and then walks across the bridge. “It...
