Air quality alert issued locally as the tropics start to heat up
August is here and has brought along with it comfortable temperatures thus far. Temperatures today will make a run well into the 80s as wildfire smoke slowly seeps down towards ground level. The milky white appearance to the sky will become more of a near surface haze, slightly reducing visibility and likely...
North Providence town worker accused of poisoning called to court for violator hearing
A North Providence town worker accused of poisoning a co-worker is facing a bail violation hearing in federal court related to an ongoing case on previous charges. North Providence police arrested Alessio D’Andrea, 29, on July 28 and charged him in state court with felony poisoning. D’Andrea is accused...
Local Artists Use Beauty to Bring Attention to Port of Providence’s Poor Air Quality
PROVIDENCE — Walking down Public Street on a late July night, the familiar smell of asphalt welcomed visitors. A mist fell over the shoreline access point, even though it wasn’t raining; Sims Metal next door is required to spray its scrap heap to prevent dust from entering the air.
Mass Hidden Gems: Burgundian wants to bring you the best street food in the...
In my opinion, the best type of waffles in the world are Belgian Liege-style waffles. To my knowledge, there’s nowhere that does them justice quite like Burgundian in Attleboro. Made from a yeasted dough, dotted with caramelized pearls of sugar, a legit Liege-style waffle is a symphony of starch...
Several Providence police officers face re-training and disciplinary actions after house party arrests
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Several Providence police officers are now being disciplined for their actions last month at 4th of July house party. ABC6 previously obtained body camera video showing the police response on West Friendship Street. Four people were arrested. According to Providence police, officers told...
The 10 Safest Cities in the U.S., According to a New Report
Have you noticed how we casually toss out “Be safe” every day? If someone’s off to work, school, or just running errands, it’s like a reflex. I guess it makes sense-safety feels precious now more than ever. There’s no shame in being cautious. “Better safe than sorry” didn’t become a cliché for nothing! From...
One Of Providence’s Most Underrated Neighborhoods Offers College Campus Energy And Historic Rhode Island...
Rhode Island is a favorite state for lovers of art, culture, and pretty unbeatable beach vacations. Providence, especially, is no stranger to quirky things to do, with tons of great things to stimulate the mind and creative impulses. Whether you're up for making the most of Providence's prized museum-like library...
1 hospitalized, poles knocked over after rollover crash in Attleboro
A person was rushed to the hospital and multiple utility poles were knocked over after a rollover crash in Attleboro Sunday afternoon.
Police Log: Car Mistake, Cyberthreats & 2 a.m. Chainsawing
5:51 p.m. – Police responded to Main Street for a missing car, where a woman left the keys in the car and came back to find it gone. While they were talking, a man pulled up with the car and said he had mistaken it for his sister’s car, which he had been using.
New Jersey man dies while scuba diving off the coast of Mass.
A New Jersey man died while scuba diving off the coast of Massachusetts last week, according to the Bristol County District Attorney’s Office. New Millstone Township resident Joseph Mazraani, 48, died on July 29, the district attorney’s office said. On that day, Mazraani was part of a group...