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Members of some of the many nonprofits invested in the lower Blackstone River wish to respond to the article Hidden in Plain Sight: Neglect Along Lower Blackstone River and share a more optimistic view of the river and the incredible work that is ongoing. We’d like to clarify the record that partner organizations...

CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. (WJAR) — The Roman Catholic Bishop of Providence led a group of about 75 people in prayers across the street from the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility in Central Falls on Saturday. The “Rosary for Migrants” was the third sidewalk prayer event held by the Catholic...

FALL RIVER, MASS. (WHDH) - Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting in Fall River early Sunday morning, officials said. The shooting occurred at a home at the intersection of Linden and Walnut streets around 12:30 a.m., according to state police. A large police presence could be seen gathered in...

PROVIDENCE – A Providence man has been sentenced in federal court in Rhode Island for trafficking kilos of cocaine, announced United States Attorney Charles Calenda. Eluid Rosa-Escudero, 35, was sentenced by U.S. District Court Judge Mary McElroy to 24 months of incarceration followed by three years of supervised...

U.S. Sen Jack Reed's office said the stop is part of Hegseth's "Arsenal of Freedom Tour."

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Massachusetts wakes to a hard winter chill that grips sidewalks and side streets.Cold air settles deep across southern New England, keeping conditions quiet but tense. In Providence, temperatures hover near...

The mother of 7-year-old Daniel Jutras shared an important message for other parents.

New body-worn camera video from one of the Providence police officers who responded to the deadly Brown University shooting on Dec. 13 has been released to the public.

Plant City's owner blamed the Washington Bridge. But her money woes predated the bridge closure.

WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Gov. Dan McKee signed an executive order on Monday to lower energy costs for Rhode Islanders and improve transparency. Under McKee's "Affordability for All" agenda, he claims Rhode Island will save $1 billion in energy costs over the next five years by adjusting the state's renewable energy...