FOOD & DRINK

WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — The Gaspee Days 5K and parade will return to the heart of Pawtuxet Village this weekend. The annual celebration commemorates the burning of the HMS Gaspee in 1772. A non-denominational gathering at Trinity Episcopal Church in Cranston will start off the weekend at 8 a.m....

Keera Albergaria from Linked Permanent Jewelry visits The Rhode Show to tell us about their new location on Mineral Spring Avenue in North Providence, and lets us in on summer specials!. Learn more about it here. Rhode Show Content Disclaimer: The information, advice, and answers displayed in The Rhode Show...

StyleWeek founder, Rosanna Ortiz, shares the details about their latest event happening June 15 at Capital Grille!. Rhode Show Content Disclaimer: The information, advice, and answers displayed in The Rhode Show section of WPRI.com are those of individual sponsors and guests and not WPRI-TV/Nexstar Media Group, Inc. WPRI.com presents this content on behalf of each participating Rhode Show sponsor. Sponsored content is copyrighted to its respective sponsor unless otherwise indicated.

🎉🛍️🌞 Hey friends! Are you ready for some exciting news? The Providence Flea Summer '23 Markets are almost here and you are invited! 🎉🛍️🌞. Mark your calendars for Opening Day, June 11, 2023, at 10 am - 3 pm, at The Greenway, 275 South Water Street, Providence, RI 02903. That's right, it's time to save the date for the 11th Annual Summer Market season.

A Seekonk restaurant added something bright to the menu for June and is getting backlash on social media. Businesses across the SouthCoast are celebrating Pride Month in their own ways. The Old Grist Mill Tavern in Seekonk decided to add a rainbow cake to the menu. It's generating some equally...

(PROVIDENCE, RHODE ISLAND) One of America's most beautiful native species is also one of its most critically endangered. Today, there are thought to be less than 20 Red Wolves living naturally in their native habitat of North Carolina. This makes Red Wolves the most endangered species of wolf on our planet. But that does not mean there is no hope for the continued existence of these majestic creatures.

While the focus of this blog is on foxes in Rhode Island, it’s worth providing some context on the state itself. Rhode Island is the smallest state in America by land area, but don’t let its size fool you – it’s densely populated and boasts a rich history. The state has a diverse economy that […]

NORTH PROVIDENCE – With filming of “Good Burger 2” in North Providence winding down, local fans have continued to wait long hours for a chance at one last photo or autograph with stars Kenan Thompson and Kel Mitchell. Maria Morales, of Cumberland had been waiting as of...

There is a new grocery store opening in Rhode Island, with a focus on specialty — and local — foods. “May’s Gluten Free Market” is slated to open in the Riverside section of East Providence in June, focusing not only on gluten-free products, but also vegan and allergen-friendly products — and local produce.

When Leigh Picard asks new employees to guess the oldest animal at Roger Williams Park Zoo, he usually gets a slew of responses: the elephants, perhaps? A tortoise? No one ever picks the Sentinel, the bronze dog statue that generations of children have perched upon for years. “It’s a fixture in the zoo,” says Picard, the zoo’s manager of interpretation and graphics. “Families not only take a picture with it; they regularly make it part of their routine.”

Coventry Animal Control officers removed 29 cats from a home in town late last month, 12 News has learned.

NORTH PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — “There have been just too many obstacles to overcome,” wrote the owners of a North Providence restaurant that suddenly shut down after being in business for over four years. Howie’s, a family-owned business, thanked its customers for their support. “We are...

Turn on your local classic rock radio station, and one of the bands you’re bound to hear is Grand Funk Railroad. There’s a case to be made that the act from Flint, Michigan is one of the most important rock bands of the ‘70s. Their hits, which include “Some Kind of Wonderful”, “The Loco-Motion”, “I’m Your Captain (Closer to Home)” and “We’re an American Band”, definitely back this claim. That latter single is actually ringing in a certain anniversary in 2023, which the current lineup of drummer and vocalist Don Brewer, bassist Mel Schacher, guitarist and vocalist Max Carl, lead guitarist Bruce Kulick and keyboardist Tim Cashion are touring in celebration of. This expedition will be rolling through the area on June 9 when the band takes the stage at the event center within Bally’s Twin River on 100 Twin River Road in Lincoln at 8pm.

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A fast-growing food chain recently opened another new location in Rhode Island. Read on to learn more. On Friday, May 19, 2023, the popular dessert shop chain Crumbl Cookies celebrated the grand opening of its newest Rhode Island store location in Smithfield, according to an event announcement on the company's Facebook page.

Early June kicks off the strawberry picking season in and around Rhode Island. Most locations offer a “pick your own” (PYO) option and pre-picked berries by the pint at the farm store. Reminder: Check with your favorite farm before heading out. Arrive early – the best days for...

Inside their massive barn building, you'll find much more. This indoor mart is home to hundreds of vendors selling everything from gorgeous vintage jewelry and clothes to furniture, art, electronics, and even vacuums. This one-stop-shop has it all–from old to brand-new items. There's nothing like a day spent outdoors in the summer shopping for hidden gems and bargain hunting. From antique fairs to carnival-like atmospheres, Massachusetts is home to dozens of amazing flea markets filled with treasures you won't find anywhere else. Keep reading to learn more about one of the best and biggest flea markets in New England.

LINCOLN, R.I. (WJAR — Lincoln High School has a new addition -- a giant food truck. Many months ago, Superintendent Dr. Lawrence Filippelli said the district applied for a grant. “One of the programs that has really exploded here has been our culinary program," he said. "It has been...

Now, the comments of Rhode Island Senate President Dominick Ruggerio have caused another stir in the debate with the man lambasting those who have been calling for restricting smoking on gaming floors. Blasting Casino Workers for Accepting the Jobs in the First Place. Ruggerio outright criticized casino workers for demanding...

Raising Cane's, a popular fast-food chain known for its chicken fingers, will soon be coming to Seekonk.