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RIDOT Director Peter Alviti speaks during a press conference held Monday afternoon, Jan. 22.
RIDOT issues first Washington Bridge update in 10 days, doesn't rule out complete westbound replacement
Gov. Dan McKee and Rhode Island Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti gave an impromptu update on the status of the Washington Bridge during a news conference called Monday afternoon, … more
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This home on New Meadow Road was nearly surrounded by flood waters on Saturday morning.
Photos: Saturday morning storm forces road closures
For the second time in less than a week, Barrington's coastline was flooded by a hard-hitting rain storm. The rain started on Friday night and continued through Saturday morning. It combined … more
Members of the public fill the audience at Thursday night's School Committee meeting.
BHS graduation date decided — it’s on Sunday, June 9
Graduation is moving back to Sunday.   Barrington Superintendent of Schools Michael Messore made the announcement at the School Committee meeting on Thursday night, Jan. 4.   A … more
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RIDOT announces last day of service for temporary Bristol to Providence ferry
Since its inception on December 21, the ferries have carried 3,285 passengers over 12 operating days. The final day will be on... more
Group launches 'Pay for Success' project to reduce persistent homelessness
PROVIDENCE — An initial aimed at remedying increasing homelessness around the state was recently announced by key players involved in the effort. The Rhode Island Pay for Success program … more
SBA opens bridge crisis response center in East Providence
The US Small Business Administration has opened a disaster relief Business Recovery Center located at the Weaver Memorial Library in East Providence as part of the state's ongoing response to the … more
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Scandura, Barrington batter East Providence in boys' hoops
EAST PROVIDENCE — Nick Scandura put on a one-man clinic while the rest of his Barrington High School mates were also on point as the visiting Eagles pulled away from East Providence in the … more
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RIDOT begins Bristol-to-Providence ferry service on December 20
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) today announced that it has contracted with SeaStreak, Rhode Island Fast Ferry and the Block Island Ferry to offer free ferry service to … more
Crews work to open a pair of westbound bypass lanes on the east side of the Washington Bridge Thursday, Dec. 14. The lanes were open by rush hour the following morning December 15.
RIDOT opens I-195 west bypass lanes earlier than expected
PROVIDENCE — In time for the Friday morning, Dec. 15, rush hour, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation has opened two bypass lanes on the eastbound side of the Washington Bridge to … more
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RIDOT Director Peter Alviti updates the Washington Bridge Crisis during a media avail on Thursday, Dec. 14.
Washington Bridge westbound bypass lanes should open in the next 36 hours
PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island Department of Transportation Director Peter Alviti, at what is for the moment a scheduled daily update on the crisis, said two bypass lanes on the east side of the … more
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The new dedicated page to the Washington Bridge crisis on the RIDOT website.
RIDOT director says westbound lanes will be open this weekend
PROVIDENCE — The governor and the director of the Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced Wednesday afternoon, Dec. 13, during an update on the status of the Washington Bridge … more
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RITBA releases statement on Washington Bridge closure impact to Newport span
The Rhode Island  Turnpike and Bridge Authority announced due to the impact of the closure to the westbound side of the Washington Bridge, its Customer Service Center will in Newport at the Pell … more
Mayor Bob DaSilva (left) and Governor Dan McKee discuss the traffic situation in East Providence Wednesday morning, Dec. 13, resulting from the westbound closure of the Washington Bridge.
Officials tour traffic-jammed East Providence roads
EAST PROVIDENCE — State and local officials once again gathered in East Providence Wednesday morning, Dec. 13, to discuss the calamity created as a result of the sudden closure of the westbound … more
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RIDOT photos showing the dilapidated state of the "pins" that hold the trusses under the Washington Bridge in place.
Gallery: RIDOT releases Washington Bridge deficiency photos
PROVIDENCE — Tuesday evening, Dec. 12, after further detailing the need to shut down the westbound side of the Washington Bridge, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation released a series … more
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RIDOT Director Peter Alviti (left) and Gov. Dan McKee address the closure of the westbound side of the Washington Bridge during a press conference Tuesday, Dec. 12.
McKee calls closure of westbound Washington Bridge an unavoidable event
PROVIDENCE — In a press conference held mid-day Tuesday, Dec. 12, Gov. Dan McKee made his first public comments since the Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced the temporary … more
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A glimpse at traffic Tuesday morning, Dec. 12, at around 9 a.m. in East Providence at the intersection of Broadway and Grovesnor Avenue near City Hall.
Washington Bridge closure creates chaos for drivers in and around East Providence
EAST PROVIDENCE — As expected with the shock announcement the day prior by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation to immediately close the structurally deficient westbound side of the … more
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RIDOT shuts down Washington Bridge westbound from East Providence, East Bay
PROVIDENCE — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation announced late Monday afternoon, Dec. 11, the closure of the westbound side of the Washington Bridge due to the finding of a critical … more
Hockey Hall of Fame plans first-ever high school All-Star games
The Rhode Island Hockey Hall of Fame will host a first-ever High School All-Star Showcase at Schneider Arena, on the campus of Providence College, on Wednesday, Jan. 17, at 6 p.m. The aim of the … more
Game Amo (right) speaks with a constituent after the latter voted at the Crescent Park Manor polling station in Ward 4/Riverside during the Tuesday, Nov. 7, Rhode Island Congressional District 1 special election.
Gabe is going to DC ... Amo wins CD1 special election
EAST PROVIDENCE — Democratic candidate, Pawtucket native and former member of the Obama and Biden administrations Gabe Amo became the representative-elect from Rhode Island Congressional … more
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Post 2 sweeps Post 10 from Senior Legion Baseball playoffs
EAST PROVIDENCE — The 2023 Rhode Island American Legion Baseball League season came to an abrupt end for the Riverside Post 10 Seniors with a doubleheader loss to visiting Warwick/West Warwick … more
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A view of the Matos campaign signature sheet discarded by the East Providence Canvassing Office with the residences listed with the City Hall address highlighted.
East Providence is latest municipality to flag fraudulent Matos signatures
EAST PROVIDENCE — As previously reported by various media outlets, East Providence was the latest municipality to flag forged signatures and addresses in support of Lt. Governor Sabina Matos' … more
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The plaque recognizing the "Carousel Five" on the grounds of the Looff Carousel at Crescent Park.
'Crescent Park' is back, City Council returns historic moniker to East Providence landmark
EAST PROVIDENCE — Seeing it as a means of correcting the historical record, the East Providence City Council, at its Tuesday, July 18, meeting, unanimously voted to once again call the … more
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Carnival at the Carousel
EAST PROVIDENCE — Riverside quite literally takes center stage on the city's community calendar in the coming days and weeks, beginning this weekend with the inaugural Crescent Park Carousel … more
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The 2023 District 2 champion Barrington Little League 8-10 baseball All Star team included (front row, left to right) players Leo Espindle, Henry St. Onge, Owen Paxton, Porter Campo, Brendan Philippe, Owen Ayres, Michael McGovern, Will Coutant, Sebastian Hyams, Chase Corcoran and Andrew Viele; (back row) coaches Jody Corcoran, Dave McGovern and Ralph Coutant. Missing from photo Xavier Maddox.
Barrington beats Rumford for 10u District 2 All-Star tourney title
BARRINGTON — The Barrington entry into the District 2 Little League Baseball 8-10-year-old All Star tournament won the title Friday night, July 14, at Sherwood Field with an 8-2 victory over … more
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RISPCA offers reward for information on abandoned guinea pigs
EAST PROVIDENCE — Two hikers discovered a total of 42 guinea pigs abandoned at the Browning Mill Pond Area off of Arcadia Road in Exeter on Tuesday, July 12. The hikers, along with two … more
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