Chairman of the Swansea Planning Board gives update on opening of Aldi, PetSmart, Burlington,...
An update has been released concerning a major redevelopment project coming to Swansea. Gator Investments announced late last year through a real estate listing that coming to Swansea Mall Center at 58-66 Swansea Mall Drive is Aldi Supermarket, Five Below, PetSmart, and Burlington. The listing was also looking to...
Fall River’s Sweetest New Mini Pancake Business
Fall River’s Flippin’ Pancake brings a live mini pancake cart experience to events, offering customizable treats while supporting a local family’s journey.
Understanding Rhode Island’s Stand Your Ground Law
Rhode Island does not have a stand-your-ground law, requiring a duty to retreat before using deadly force in public self-defense situations. Rhode Island follows traditional self-defense principles under R.I. Gen. Laws § 11-8-8, allowing reasonable force—including deadly force—when facing imminent harm, but only...
2 injured after altercation in Pawtucket
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — Pawtucket police said two men were injured after a disturbance on Tuesday. According to police, two neighbors that were known to each other on Pawtucket Avenue were involved. Neighbors told NBC 10 that the incident appeared to be a stabbing. Officials said one person sustained...
14 Residents Forced Out After Massive Fire Engulfs Pawtucket Home
Pawtucket House Fire Sends Flames Through Windows, 14 People Displaced I still remember scrolling through the news and seeing the […] This article originally appeared on BuildLikeNew.com — visit us for more home security guides.
Providence Fire Department welcomes 16 new firefighters, new rescue vehicle
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Providence Fire Department and other city leaders welcomed 16 new firefighters and a new rescue vehicle on Monday. Leaders held a celebratory event at 11:15 a.m., where they recognized the federal investments to local public safety. According to officials, a $3.9 million federal grant...
Rhode Island Scam Alert Today: State Police Warn Residents of Donation Request Fraud
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Providence, RI – Rhode Island State Police are alerting residents and businesses across the state after reports surfaced of a scam involving fraudulent requests for monetary donations. Authorities say...
St. Joseph’s Day zeppole are here for a limited time in the SouthCoast
It’s time to get your zeppole. St. Joseph’s Day on March 19 is celebrated with the limited-time seasonal pastry. While it is traditionally an Italian holiday, you don’t have to be Italian to enjoy these delicate, deep-fried dough balls. Did you know that fava beans were originally the traditional food for St....
Rhode Island slaps Airbnb hosts with higher 13% tax rate
Rhode Island rang in 2026 with a new tax that hits whole-home vacation rentals hard. Starting Jan. 1, any home, condo, or mobile home rented for 30 days or fewer now carries a new 5% state tax on top of existing charges. The change covers rentals on platforms like Airbnb...
Swansea sees new growth. Three new businesses planned for Route 6
SWANSEA — Rebuilding Swansea’s commercial economy might seem slow going. Darkened storefronts in some of the town’s major plazas along Route 6 and Route 118 up to Wood Street have, as of late, stifled activity levels and put a damper on the town’s ability to attract new businesses. In a January 2025 interview that...
