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On Memorial Day, remembering our heroes: A tribute to Asa Benson Miner and his sacrifice
North Kingstown's Will Kin, a retired Army Vietnam veteran, inspired me to write this column for Memorial Day. For a long time, Will wanted to add more of a human element to the town’s ceremony. “The names of our war dead are inscribed on these monuments,” he said. “I...
Rhode Island high schoolers spread organ donation awareness through artwork
NEWPORT, R.I. (WLNE) — A group of Rhode Island high schoolers was honored Tuesday for their artwork in spreading awareness about organ donation. Newport Mayor Xay Khamsyvoravong joined officials in awarding the 2024 Rhode Island State-Wide High School Organ Donation Poster Contest winners. First Place – Ezekiel Montevirgen.
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