Woman facing charges after reported assault of disabled person at Fall River park
Fall River Police have charged a woman in an incident that has garnered much attention on social media. Fall River Reporter had been contacted by residents concerning a video posted on Facebook by Carlos Melo where a woman was possibly assaulting an autistic person in the area of Kennedy Park.
Makorori N wins fifth straight at Plainridge
Plainville, MA — After going four-for-four at Vernon Downs since late May, Makorori N came to Massachusetts and won his fifth straight race after taking the featured $17,000 conditioned pace at Plainridge Park on Thursday (July 16). Makorori N (Shawn Gray) got away fifth and 12-1/2 lengths behind a...
One Of Rhode Island’s Most Wanted Arrested After Decades On The Run
One of Rhode Island's Most Wanted has been arrested after more than 20-years on the run. The U.S. Marshals Service says 70-year-old Ronald Fischer was taken into custody Thursday off the coast of New Jersey after the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force received a credible tip on his whereabouts.
Police: Driver nearly struck Pawtucket officer during pursuit
A driver was taken into custody Thursday night after allegedly leading Pawtucket officers on a chase.
Weather Now: Less Smoke Today; Showers/Storms Sat
Good morning! Happy Friday! Today will become a lot less smoky. The smoke will return tonight however, and we’ll have to watch the air quality for Saturday morning. Showers and storms will arrive Saturday afternoon, but Sunday looks nice!. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pinpoint Weather 12 Radar ». | |...
John M. Corcoran & Co. starts leasing at 150-unit Dexter St. Commons
Pawtucket, RI John M. Corcoran & Co. launched leasing at Dexter Street Commons, a new construction 150-home apartment community with ground floor retail in the Conant Thread District. Built by New England Construction, the five-story property will be managed by John M. Corcoran & Co. and expects to start move-ins late
10 Famous Singers from Rhode Island
Rhode Island may be the smallest state in America, but its musical legacy is filled with remarkably distinctive voices. From jazz and folk to rock, pop, blues, and alternative music, its singers have brought imagination, emotional depth, and unmistakable personality to stages around the world. Some became celebrated fo
Fall River business owner accused of illegal dumping after FRPD investigation
A local business owner is being accused of illegal dumping near the city’s water supply. According to police, on June 18th, Officer William Medeiros of the Fall River Police Department’s Environmental Police Unit discovered several paint containers illegally dumped on protected watershed property near Blossom Road and
Providence to honor iconic Angelo’s with street renaming
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Providence will rename a portion after a Federal Hill favorite on Friday. Part of Pequot and Mountain streets will be called Angelo's Way. The ceremony will be at 1 p.m. Angelo's has been in business for 102 years. The iconic restaurant has stayed in the...
ICE Boston arrests Barbados national during targeted operations in Attleboro
ATTLEBORO, Mass. (WJAR) — U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Boston said Friday that it arrested a Barbados national during targeted operations in Attleboro. ICE Boston said Irijah Jabarri Stowe Marshall is "a criminal illegal alien." According to officials, his criminal history includes a pending charge for fail
