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Rhode Island troopers make multiple arrests, including for possession of a stolen vehicle and DUI
NORTH KINGSTOWN — At 12:45 p.m., Rhode Island State Troopers arrested Juan Franquis Rodriguez, 21, of Providence, on charges of possession of a stolen vehicle and an affidavit and arrest warrant for robbery, assault with intent to commit robbery, and breaking and entering of a dwelling, following a traffic stop on Route 4.
Police arrest Warwick woman after domestic incident, dog attack that injured two
(WJAR) — Warwick police said woman was arrested after investigation into a domestic incident and a dog attack that injured two people. Police said at around 7:55 p.m. on Sunday, officers responded to 734 Greenwich Ave. for a report of a domestic disturbance. They were notified that a dog...
Stranded family rescued from Narragansett Bay
A family stranded in the ocean was rescued Monday morning. Officials said they received a report shortly before 1 a.m. for a family of six stranded on a 17-foot boat. East Greenwich Fire Captain Willliam Perry told NBC 10 that two parents, three kids and an uncle who had gone fishing on Narragansett Bay were disoriented after heavy fog rolled in.
2024 Atlantic Cup Returns to Newport on Tuesday, May 28th
The 2024 Atlantic Cup is set to make an exciting return to Newport on Tuesday, May 28th. After a fierce battle that began in Charleston, S.C., the first finishers are expected to arrive in the early morning hours off Fort Adams, between 6 a.m. and 12 p.m. Upon their arrival, the boats will be docked at Safe Harbor Newport Shipyard, offering media opportunities until the second leg of the race restarts on June 1st.
How a group of RI students helped ensure Civil War veterans weren't forgotten this Memorial Day
PROVIDENCE – The task awaiting two dozen eighth-graders from Nathaniel Greene Middle School seemed like a scavenger hunt: Finding the Civil War veterans buried amidst thousands of graves in St. Patrick's Cemetery. But before they planted flags next to those veterans' headstones, The Rev. Ken Postle wanted to make...
Locals brave gloomy weather Memorial Day weekend
From the camp grounds to the beaches. Low hanging fog and gusty winds were no match for folks looking to enjoy the long Memorial Day weekend. "It is nice kinda having the whole place to ourselves." explained Charlie Demello, who was visiting Misquamicut Beach from Connecticut. "Even though the weather wasn't ideal, being out here and celebrating and enjoying the day off with our friends was definitely better than being stuck at home doing nothing."
Gallery: Memorial Day in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Many officials took the time to participate in local Memorial Day ceremonies across Rhode Island on Monday. Governor Dan McKee notably visited the East Greenwich Memorial Day Parade. Mayor Bob DaSilva took part in the East Providence Parade, and Congressman Seth Magaziner and Treasurer James...
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...
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