Hasbro says its network was hacked
Pawtucket-based toymaker Hasbro disclosed in a government filing that its network was hacked. The company says the "unauthorized access" was discovered on Saturday, according to the Securities and Exchange Commission filing. "Upon discovery, the Company promptly activated its security incident response protocols,...
Kratom becomes legal in Rhode Island
A controversial leaf product is now legal in Rhode Island. As the result of a law passed last year, the state is now regulating and taxing some kratom, but still banning some, starting Wednesday. It will likely be weeks, however, before consumers see it in stores. The Rhode Island Department...
Providence police charge 4 in connection with stabbing
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Providence police announced that four people have been charged in connection with a stabbing that occurred in late March. According to police, they were called to 59 Sawyer St. at around 2:40 a.m. on March 22 for a report of multiple people stabbed. Officials said...
Pawtucket neighbors say they want something done after repeated crashes into their homes
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WJAR) — A Pawtucket neighborhood is banding together after several instances over the years of drivers crashing into their homes, porches, and parked cars. The repeated crashes took place in the 800 block of Roosevelt Avenue, the most recent incident happened over the weekend. NBC 10's Molly...
🎁 Freebies Up for Grabs in Warwick — From Furniture to Pet Toys
Looking for something useful or fun without spending a dime? Warwick neighbors are giving away a variety of free items this week — from home goods to pet toys and more. Two steel drums with bung caps are free to anyone who can pick them up. Each still contains about 5–10 gallons of fuel oil, so handle with care....
Woman charged with DUI after crashing into pole, knocking it into roadway in Warwick
WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Warwick police said a woman has been charged with DUI after she crashed into a pole and knocked it onto the roadway on Tuesday night. The crash occurred in the area of 1190 Post Road. According to police, 33-year-old Dominique Mattoon had been driving a...
10 Italian Bakeries In Rhode Island That Keep Old World Recipes Alive
Italian bakeries in Rhode Island aren’t just bakeries. They’re little time machines, serving bites that could make anyone feel like they’ve landed straight in Italy. These spots don’t mess around: hand-rolled dough, buttery pastries, and old-world recipes passed down like treasured secrets. Locals stroll in for their...
Controversial unfinished mural in Providence to be taken down
The Dark Lady is no longer moving forward with a controversial mural that was in the process of being painted on the side of the building.
Providence Streets Coalition holds demonstration to promote speed-limiting devices
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — The Providence Streets Coalition and Families for Safe Streets held a demonstration event to promote speed-limiting devices. The Stop Super Speeders Accountability Act aims to stop reckless drivers. During the demonstration, a vehicle was shown with speed assist technology, limiting the...
Suspect in Seekonk car break-ins arrested in Providence
Seekonk police said Wednesday that a suspect in a string of car break-ins is in custody. Police said 34-year-old Brandon Cairo-Dyson was arrested Tuesday in Providence. Cairo-Dyson faces 15 counts of breaking and entering, seven counts of larceny under $1,200 and one count of larceny over $1,200. He was being...
