‘Junction,’ movie shot and produced in RI, opens Friday. Here’s how to see it.
EAST GREENWICH − "Junction," a movie produced by East Greenwich-based Chad A. Verdi and shot in Rhode Island, hits the big screen this...
Rhode Island commission to discuss short-term property rental industry
The Rhode Island tax administrator, the leader of Discover Newport and an economist will testify before a legislative commission on Monday to discuss the...
Former Congressman Patrick J. Kennedy Joins Healthsperien to Lead National Mental Health and Addiction...
Healthsperien, LLC, a prominent national health care policy consulting firm, announced today the appointment of former U.S. Representative Patrick J. Kennedy as a Partner....
An equitable Ocean State: URI professor looking at ways to improve coastal fishing access...
KINGSTON, R.I. - Jan. 24, 2024 - During these chilly winter months, many Rhode Islanders are thinking ahead to summer. Melva Treviño Peña is,...
RHODE ISLAND FOUNDATION GRANTS AND FELLOWSHIPS
Local college students can apply for $5,000 grants for travel & discovery. Rhode Island Foundation offers fellowships to college students for travel and discovery....
Coalition to End Homelessness to count people experiencing homelessness
(WJAR) - The Rhode Island Coalition to End Homelessness on Wednesday will count people experiencing homelessness in Rhode Island. Their 2024 Point in Time...
Statewide plastic bag ban takes effect after months of refinement
Rhode Island's Plastic Waste Reduction Act went into effect Jan. 1, banning R.I. retail establishments from providing single-use plastic bags to customers at the...
63 chihuahuas rescued from harsh Texas conditions, headed to Rhode Island
Sixty-three chihuahuas rescued from a brutal living situation out of Texas are heading to Rhode Island. Rescuers said it's a miracle all of them...
RIDOT: Engineers uncovered additional deficiencies on Washington Bridge
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Frustration with the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is mounting following Monday’s revelation that the westbound...
‘First of its kind’ program rewards SNAP recipients for buying fruits and vegetables
Rhode Island is experimenting with a new program that will reward people who receive food stamps for buying fruits and vegetables.The Eat Well, Be...
