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Some Rhode Islanders head to the polls for special elections

(WJAR) — Some Rhode Islanders are casting a ballot on Tuesday during several special elections. Voters in Warwick, Coventry, and North Smithfield will cast their ballot on a variety of choices. In Warwick, residents will vote on an additional $50 million bond to build new high schools. In Coventry,...
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Pedestrian hit by car in Providence

Police said the incident happened around 1:45 p.m. at the intersection of Branch Avenue and Veazie Street.
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Ed Sweeney collects Fitchburg’s folklore, and strange New England tales

If you ever drive along Route 44 through the south shore town of Rehoboth, you just might see an eccentric, red-headed man in woodlands clothing, hoping for a ride. If for whatever reason, you decide it's a good idea to pick him up, you may see him glaring at you in the rearview mirror, which will likely prompt you...
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Crews respond to grease fire at Bristol diner

An investigation is underway after a grease fire broke out Wednesday morning at a diner in Bristol.
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Snow Removal: A Campaign Issue In Providence

Providence residents and businesses still complain about snow removal more than a week after a storm dumped 16 inches in the city. Mayoral candidate David Morales claims problems persist due to poor planning, coordination and a lack of leadership from Mayor Brett Smiley. In response, the website...
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Peter Alviti resigning as RIDOT director; McKee plans nationwide search

Alviti, who has led the department for a decade, came under withering criticism over the Washington Bridge crisis.
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Providence Place mall is on 2026 endangered properties list

The Providence Preservation Society released its most endangered properties list on Wednesday.
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Johnston man gets 16 years in child molestation case

(WJAR) — A Johnston man was sentenced to serve 16 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions following his conviction in a child molestation case, the Rhode Island Attorney General’s office announced on Wednesday. A judge sentenced 24-year-old Dezmond Choquette to 30 years, with 16 to serve at the...
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Truck stuck underneath bridge in Attleboro

ATTLEBORO, Mass. (WJAR) — A street in Attleboro was blocked Tuesday night after a truck was stuck underneath a bridge. Crews were seen near Forest Street for a truck lodged underneath a bridge. An NBC 10 photographer saw a tow truck arrive to help remove the truck. It is...
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Man arrested in road rage incident in Pawtucket

PAWTUCKET, RI — A Cranston man was arrested Monday morning following a road rage incident on Route 95. Abner Santana Linares, 24, of Cranston, was taken into custody at 11:55 a.m. by Rhode Island State Police troopers. Santana Linares faces charges of felony assault by use of a device...

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