With the goal of addressing the critical need for developing a skilled trades workforce in Rhode Island and the region, Roger Williams University is launching an endowed full-scholarship program for trades education at its Providence campus.
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8/29/24
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Life is good these days for Jack, a Vietnamese Pot-Bellied pig who, along with his partner Diane, was rescued by Tiverton’s West Place Sanctuary five years ago. In fact, if you look closely, …
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By Ruth Rasmussen
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8/29/24
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Preparations to raze the dilapidated west side portion of the Washington Bridge structure began in recent weeks with the erection of protective netting and the start of asphalt removal from the …
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By Mike Rego
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8/29/24
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During the last 12 years, Barrington High School sports team coaches have received one raise.
From 2012 to 2022, Eagles coaches’ stipends were frozen in place, due in part to the …
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By Josh Bickford
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8/29/24
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I was taught in my teens that driving is a privilege, not a right.
Another week, another driver convicted of DUI that has had numerous prior DUI convictions, many resulting in accidents …
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8/29/24
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I began writing a letter to the editor in response to a number of recent events in our community relating to offshore wind. After some reflection I decided that I did not want to possibly contribute …
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8/29/24
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Capt. Bill Chace has loved the ocean all his life. Now he is sharing his passion with families who in many cases have never seen the water’s beauty for themselves.
Chace, a retired …
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By Ted Hayes
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8/29/24
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The 2024 Herreshoff Classic Yacht Regatta looked like it was going to get off to a slow start...
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/29/24
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The day Chipotle opened, officially, bikes littered the sidewalk along County Road.
Some of the ten-speeds and mountain bikes were tossed in the grass and others lay strewn on the curb …
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8/28/24
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The Bristol Warren Education Foundation (BWEF) recently announced the funding of $50,000 in educational grants for the 2024-2025 school year, bringing 15 academic enrichment programs designed by local educators to the Bristol Warren Regional School District.
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8/28/24
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Rep. June Speakman and Sen. Pam Lauria were among the Rhode Island delegation pledging their votes in Chicago.
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By Christy Nadalin
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8/28/24
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For busy parents and caregivers who are immersed in back-to-school activities, the idea of a relaxing evening out — and away from the kids — may be the last thing on their minds. But the …
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By Ruth Rasmussen
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8/28/24
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There will be full lighting of Waterfire Providence this Saturday night, Aug. 31. The lighting is from sunset (7:19 p.m.) to 11 p.m. The Waterfire Market is open from 6 to 10 p.m., featuring food …
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8/28/24
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Ninigret Park in Charlestown is the site of the Rhode Island’s 2024 Rhythm & Roots Festival. The festival showcases a wide array of musical styles on three stages, such as Cajun, Zydeco, …
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8/28/24
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Tickets to shows in the Sunset Music Series at Westport Rivers Vineyard & Winery typically sell out quickly, but the addition of a new show to the lineup has created an opportunity this weekend. …
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8/28/24
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Newport Live and Greenvale Vineyards are presenting John Gorka live in concert on Thursday, Aug. 29, at 7 p.m. Called by Rolling Stone magazine “… the leading singer/songwriter of the …
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8/28/24
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It will take another 16 months, minimum. But the state has scheduled and set aside funding for the installation of a roundabout at the intersection of Route 177 and Robert Street/Tickle Road.
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By Ted Hayes
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8/28/24
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Westport Art Group’s photography show features the work of 25 photographers (pictured is “Snowy Egret” by Bernie Creswick). There will be two receptions, a chance to meet the …
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8/28/24
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