Providence RI

The International Portuguese Music Awards return to Providence, celebrating global talent and Portuguese culture at the PPAC.

A 46-year-old man has been found guilty of charges in connection with sexually abusing a female relative for five years, beginning when the victim was 12, the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office announced Friday. On March 31, a Bristol County Superior Court jury convicted Daniel Turcios Torres — a...

COVENTRY, R.I. (WJAR) — Seven people are displaced after an oil spill in a Coventry home. The spill happened on Battey Avenue on April 4. The Coventry Fire Department said that when firefighters arrived they found a large amount of home heating oil spilled in the basement after the storage tank it was in ruptured.

The following is a list of property sales recorded in the North Smithfield Town Clerk’s office from Wednesday, March 25 through Friday, April 3.

Brown University's track and field teams delivered a strong performance at the Ocean State Cup, finishing second overall. Hosted by Bryant, the meet saw competition from several local colleges, with URI capturing the top spot in both men's and women's events. Highlights include junior Alyssa Jackson setting the third...

Providence County’s HR scene is buzzing this month, with several strong openings for both new and seasoned professionals. Whether you’re into recruiting, employee relations, or HR support, there’s something here worth a look.

MDS Coordinator (RN) Highlights: Up to $10,500 sign-on & retention bonus, tuition forgiveness, and full benefits. Ideal for RNs with long-term care experience who want to lead with compassion and teamwork.

A Childhood Marred by Loss and Violence (Image Credits: Flickr) Rhode Island’s Adult Correctional Institutions held Mario Monteiro for 23 years following a gang-related murder he committed at age 17. Sentenced to two consecutive life terms, he entered maximum security prison just shy of his 18th birthday. Gardening...

George Pierce Baker (1866-1935) was a Professor of English at Harvard and Yale and author of Dramatic Technique, a codification of the principles of drama. Born in Providence in 1866, Baker graduated from Harvard University in 1887 and went on to teach in the English Department there until 1924. While there, he...

The Origin of Coffee Milk The Origin of Coffee Milk (image credits: unsplash) Rhode Island is known for many things, but one of its most unique contributions to the culinary world is coffee milk. This delightful concoction is often compared to chocolate milk, but instead of chocolate syrup, coffee syrup is used. It...