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Rhode Island Has Counties but No County Government. 5 Other Quirks Rhode Islanders Take for Granted

On the second Monday of August, Rhode Island closes its state offices for Victory Day. It’s the only state that does, and locals don’t think anything of it. Here’s why Rhode Island has counties but no county government, and the other quirks Rhode Islanders take for granted.

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Rhode Island Current

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URI applications hit another record, even as undergraduate enrollment declines

Rhode Island’s flagship public university is seeing more applications than ever as well as an increase in graduate student enrollment, even as overall undergraduate enrollment declines. The University of Rhode Island received a record 29,267 undergraduate applications this year, according to a Friday presentation given by Dean Libutti, the school’s vice president of enrollment management […]

Rhode Island · 1d

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Rhode Island Attorney General-elect Kim Ahern announces transition team

(WJAR) — Rhode Island Attorney General-elect Kim Ahern has announced her transition team ahead of becoming the state’s top lawyer. Ahern officially won the position last week after breaking through a crowded primary. The co-chairs are Jerry Coyne and Linn Freedman. Coyne is a former Rhode Island Deputy...

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Women’s soccer sees season end in semifinals loss

Rhode Island women’s soccer began the Atlantic 10 Conference Tournament this past Saturday against fourth-seeded George Mason with a 3-1 win before losing 2-0 to Saint Louis University in the semifinals. Fourth-year Lauren MacDonald had a strong performance against the Patriots, scoring the first goal of the game and...

Providence, RI · 21h

PennLive.com

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Why officials are calling in federal experts as rabies spikes in Rhode Island

Health officials are warning Rhode Island residents to stay away from wild animals after two more raccoons tested positive for rabies in Johnston and Coventry, according to the Rhode Island Department of Health. The sick animals were found near Green Earth Avenue in Johnston and Plainfield Pike in Coventry. So...

Rhode Island · 17h

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Volleyball locks up last place in conference with two more losses

The University of Rhode Island women’s volleyball team extended its losing streak to eight matches in Atlantic 10 Conference play after losing both games against the University of Dayton this past weekend. After losing seven consecutive sets since Oct. 28, Rhody added to it after getting swept in the...

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MSPCA caring for 60+ chinchillas from massive rescue effort

The Massachusetts Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals is seeking adopters for more than 60 chinchillas who were rescued from a commercial breeding facility in Ohio.

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Blocked Exits and Unpaid Hours: The Record on Dollar Store Jobs

Dollar General and Family Dollar operate dozens of stores across Rhode Island, where federal OSHA enforces private-sector workplace safety and the state minimum wage is set to rise from $16 to $17 an hour on Jan. 1, 2027. When federal safety inspectors walked into the Dollar Tree at 760 Tiogue...

Rhode Island · 2d

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Beloved campus barista Rachel Fontes bids farewell after 4 years

Beloved Brown employee Rachel Fontes is no stranger to working at an academic institution — she has spent the past four years building community in the School of Engineering cafe. But for the first time, she is now in front of the classroom. This month, Fontes left Brown to...

Providence, RI · 1d

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Providence announces new literary festival 'Not An Island'

(WJAR) — The Creative Capital has announced a new literary festival to premiere in January. It’s called “Not An Island,” and it will feature panels, workshops, readings, and a market, according to a new website published by the city and its partners. According to the website,...

Providence, RI · 20h

WPRI 12 News

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High School Roundup: North Kingstown and La Salle advance to D1 volleyball title

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — North Kingstown and La Salle will meet in the D1 girls volleyball title on Sunday at noon. On Tuesday night, the Skippers defeated East Providence in a semifinal matchup, 3-1. In the other D1 semifinal La Salle defeated Classical, also by a score of 3-1.

North Kingstown, RI · 2d

Country Herald

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Rhode Island Thanksgiving Travel: Even Salted I-295 Can Freeze

Providence, RI – Rhode Island drivers preparing to travel Interstate 95 and Interstate 295 this Thanksgiving may be putting too much confidence in something they see every winter: road salt. Even freshly treated highways can become dangerously icy when temperatures plunge, leaving motorists vulnerable to slippery conditions despite efforts to keep roads clear.

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Country Herald

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Rhode Island Porch Pirate Warning as Holidays Near in Providence, Warwick

Providence, RI – With Thanksgiving approaching and Christmas shopping already underway, Rhode Island residents are being reminded to keep a closer eye on their front porches as holiday package deliveries begin increasing.

Providence, RI · 2d

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The Case For Rhode Island Comedy

The Newport Comedy Series has sourced talent from New England to the Midwest and California. On Nov. 21 at the Elks Lodge, it will stay close to home. Ray Harrington, who lives in Warwick, will headline, with Billy Garan joining him. “I think the Rhode Island comedy scene is great,”...

Newport, RI · 18h

Animal of Things

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Aggressive Dog Laws in Rhode Island: Vicious Dog Hearings, Owner Duties, and Liability

Explore amazing animal stories – visit Animal of Things Now and follow us! Aggressive dog laws in Rhode Island work differently than in many other states. Instead of a ladder of “potentially dangerous” and “dangerous” labels, the state has one formal label, “vicious,” and a hearing process that decides whether a dog earns it. A separate set of liability rules decides who pays when a dog hurts someone. … This article, Aggressive Dog Laws in Rhode Island: Vicious Dog Hearings, Owner Duties, and Liability , appeared first on Animal of Things . Discover more animal wonders – VISIT Animal of Things NOW AND FOLLOW US FOR FRESH UPDATES! Related Posts: • July 1 Is the West Virginia Dog License Renewal Deadline: Who Pays and How • When Must You Renew a Dog License in Hawaii? What Hawaii Law Requires • Dangerous Dog Breeds Banned in Kansas: What Each City Allows

Rhode Island · 22h

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Rams take strong win over Hawks, claw back against Black Bears

The University of Rhode Island men’s basketball team remained undefeated with wins over Monmouth University on Saturday and the University of Maine on Tuesday. It was the first time since Nov. 19, 2023, that the Rams traveled to play in the Hall of Fame Tip-Off at Mohegan Sun Arena in Uncasville, Connecticut.

Providence, RI · 21h

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Rhode Island Made Coffee Milk Its State Drink in 1993. 7 More Local Foods That Confuse Visitors

Order a “cabinet” in Providence and you will get a milkshake. Ask for a hot...

Rhode Island · 18h

The Cool Down

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Rhode Island families face $70-plus delivery fees on $50 in power use, protesters say

"Our families are in need and deserve respect."

Rhode Island · 2d

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Trixie is Still Waiting for Her Turn To Be Loved

Trixie has been waiting four months in Texas for her turn to travel north, and she is still waiting. The 2-year-old, 22-pound dog was found as a stray, and her story carries the kind of heartbreak that Small Dog Rescue of New England says happens far too often. Trixie had a litter of puppies, but rescuers could not find them. Sometimes, the organization explains, people take the puppies to sell and then abandon the mother.

Rhode Island · 18h

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