Johnston superintendent says he will hold bus company accountable as problems continue
JOHNSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — Johnston Superintendent Scott Sutherland said in a letter to families that he will hold the bus company accountable as the district continues to face transportation problems. Parents raised concerns on the first day of school last week after they said some students spent hours on...
Why Locals OBSESS Over This Husband-and-Wife-Owned Restaurant in Smithfield, RI
Open Sun 9 AM–10 PM, Mon 11 AM–10 PM, Tue-Wed 11 AM–11 PM, Thu 11 AM–12 AM, Fri-Sat 11 AM–1 AM. On busy Douglas Pike in Smithfield, Rhode Island, sits a restaurant built entirely on one love story. 🍺. Laura’s Bar and Grill is not...
Providence Health Plan is shutting down entirely, forcing more than 64,000 Medicare Advantage members...
A regional nonprofit health plan that has served the Pacific Northwest and California for more than four decades is closing for good. Providence Health Plan confirmed it is shutting down entirely after a last-ditch deal to keep its Medicare Advantage business alive fell apart, leaving more than 64,000 older adults need
Multiple vehicles involved in crash with tractor trailer in Mansfield
(WJAR) — Multiple vehicles were involved in a crash involving a tractor-trailer in Mansfield on Wednesday, according to the union that represents Mansfield firefighters. The Mansfield Fire Department responded around 7:10 a.m. to Chauncy Street for the crash. The union says there were four vehicles involved. Two indivi
Large pothole on Route 99 in Lincoln damages nearly a dozen vehicles
(WJAR) — Rhode Island State Police said a large pothole on Route 99 in Lincoln south has damaged around 10 to 12 vehicles. According to state police, the vehicles sustained tire and undercarriage damage. The pothole, which is just north of Sayles Hill, will be filled by Rhode Island...
Single, struggling mom grateful to Warwick community who helped pay for her university
BRISTOL, R.I. (WJAR) — A Warwick mom is on a mission to make the best life possible for herself, and her son. Recently, the community rallied around her to make that happen. Kimberly Stokes, 34, said ever since she was young, continuing education has been important to her. “I...
New Bedford man pleads guilty to bringing gun onto school grounds
BOSTON, Mass. (WJAR) — A man from New Bedford has pled guilty in federal court to illegally possessing a gun and bringing it onto the grounds of Charles G. Taylor Elementary School in Foxborough. According to the U.S. Attorney for the District of Massachusetts, 33-year-old Jameel Clark-White pled guilty...
Seekonk’s First Arcade Wedding Even Had a Fast & Furious Getaway
Kayla and Josue wanted anything but a traditional wedding, so the Seekonk gamers said “I do” surrounded by arcade games.
4 arrested after violent incidents at Woonsocket restaurant
WOONSOCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — Woonsocket police said four people were arrested in connection with multiple violent incidents at a restaurant. According to police, they responded to Ciro’s Tavern at 42 Cherry St. for a report of a man being held at knifepoint at around 10:48 p.m. on Aug. 20.
Can You Own a Coyote in Rhode Island? What State Wildlife Law Really Says
Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! If you’ve ever wondered whether you can own a coyote in Rhode Island, the short answer sits at the intersection of two overlapping legal categories: native wildlife protection and exotic animal permitting. Rhode Island treats coyotes as both a
