RI synagogues ramp up security during High Holidays
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Security at local synagogues will be increased during the High Holidays that start Wednesday night. “Law enforcement has...
Rhode Island teen raises money for ovarian cancer
For 17-year-old Janna Creighton, it's and has become her senior project at North Smithfield High School. She was inspired by a family member she...
‘Nothing short of amazing’: Baja’s founder remembered for his passion, determination
When restaurateur Bahij Ibrahim "David" Boutros, died last week, he left behind a successful chain of restaurants with locations in Rhode Island, Massachusetts and...
Despite Cox lawsuit, state officials aren’t slowing on high-speed internet program
Rhode Island Commerce approved an increase in funding to Altman Solon, the consultant hired to help develop a state broadband infrastructure plan. The...
U.S. attorney general touts lower violent crime rate, talks election monitoring in Providence visit
U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland, left, speaks at a law enforcement roundtable at the Rhode Island U.S. Attorney’s Office in downtown Providence on...
Garland meets with officials behind closed doors
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - U.S. Attorney General Merrick Garland met with officials from across local, state, and federal law enforcement agencies behind closed doors...
Asbestos abatement company owner pleads guilty to making false statements to RIDOH, EPA
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) - U.S. Attorney Zachary Cunha said the owner of a Rhode Island-based asbestos abatement training center admitted to providing false documentation...
US Attorney General Merrick Garland makes first official visit to RI
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – In his first official visit to Rhode Island, Attorney General Merrick Garland met with state, local and federal law...
Eversource exits offshore wind; GIP acquires stake in two Northeastern projects
Eversource Energy on Monday announced the completed sale of its 50% interest in South Fork Wind and Revolution Wind to Global Infrastructure Partners' Skyborn...
Want a farm-raised turkey? Here are 4 RI farms – and 3 over the...
If you wish to have a locally raised turkey on your Thanksgiving table , now is probably the time to order...
