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Warwick police removed 25 dogs from home, charged man with animal mistreatment

WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — Police removed 25 dogs from a home at 42 Fulton St. Wednesday evening and charged a Warwick man with animal mistreatment, according to the police chief. In an update provided shortly before 6 p.m. Wednesday, the chief said the dogs were being transported to the...

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Pedestrian hit, critically injured by car in Warwick

Police are investigating after a pedestrian was hit by a car in Warwick Wednesday evening.

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The Providence Journal

RI driver refused to leave flooded car. Then police looked inside

A wet car put a Warwick driver in hot water last week. Amid heavy rainfall on Friday, Nov. 6, the Warwick police responded after the 53-year-old man's car became partially submerged at the Lincoln Avenue train trestle, the police said in a Facebook post . The driver refused to get out of the car "to avoid getting wet until a tow truck pulled the vehicle from the floodwater," the police said. "The concern was water getting into the vehicle. What was already inside became the bigger issue," the police said. Responding officers discovered that the driver had a suspended license. They also saw a "glass pipe commonly used to smoke crack" on the car's floor. A search uncovered methamphetamine and crack cocaine, the police said. The driver was arrested. "We’ll give him this: during the lengthy wait for the tow truck, he left everything in place, including the items officers would later seize," the police said. "His focus appeared to remain on keeping his feet dry." The police added, "A reminder: flooded roads are a reason to turn around." This article originally appeared on The Providence Journal: RI driver refused to leave flooded car. Then police looked inside

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Man arrested on drug charges in Warwick

WARWICK, RI — A man was arrested on drug charges after police found him sitting in a partially submerged vehicle under a train trestle. Officers responded to the Lincoln Avenue train trestle on Nov. 6 after receiving a report of a vehicle in floodwater. Norman Barrett, 53, of Warwick,...

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Warwick brewery opens back up under new name, brand

Proclamation Brewing is officially back open under new ownership.

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Warwick police ask the public to help identify person tied to fishing-gear shoplifting

(WJAR) — The Warwick Police Department is asking for the public’s help in identifying a person connected to a shoplifting incident at a local sports goods store. The department released an image of the person they say is connected to the shoplifting of fishing gear at a Dick’s Sporting Goods store,

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Gov.-elect Helena Foulkes names Rivera, Harlam to lead 23-member transition group

Watch the news conference live on WPRI.com.

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2 RI men charged with indecent solicitation of a child

The two men were formally arraigned Tuesday in Providence District Court and are scheduled to return on Feb. 4.

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Former Gymnastics, Dance, Cheerleading Instructor Faces Child Exploitation Charges

A former gymnastics, dance and cheerleading instructor is facing federal child exploitation charges. Thirty-eight-year-old Joseph Mello the Third allegedly filmed a minor in a changing area and photographed children at facilities where he worked to generate realistic, AI images and videos of them engaging in sexually explicit conduct. Investigators also...

Providence, RI · 22h

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Man arrested on fraud charges in Hope Valley

HOPE VALLEY, RI — A Pawtucket man turned himself in to state police Monday on fraud charges totaling more than $10,000. Troopers arrested Hernan M. Perez, 37, of Pawtucket, at 6:02 p.m. Nov. 9, 2026, according to the Rhode Island State Police Hope Valley Barracks. Perez faces charges of...

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RIDOT to begin replacement of Kingston Station Railroad Bridge, traffic pattern shift

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation is reminding drivers that several traffic pattern changes are schedule to begin on Route 138 in South Kingstown beginning on Nov. 20. Traffic changes will happen on Kingstown Road at Railroad Avenue, which is the access road to...

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Care New England brings primary care, specialists and imaging under one roof in East Green

EAST GREENWICH, R.I. (WJAR) — Care New England has transformed a former office building off South County Trail into a medical facility designed to give patients access to primary care, specialists and diagnostic services in one location. Dr. Roger Mitty, president and chief operating officer of the Care New...

East Greenwich, RI · 4h

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Counties with the most veterans in Rhode Island

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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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6 arrested in East Providence shooting that seriously injured 20-year-old

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — East Providence police said three adults and three juveniles were arrested in connection with the shooting that seriously injured a 20-year-old man at Sabin Point Park on Wednesday. According to police, the six suspects will face charges of felony assault and firearms-related offenses. Officers...

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East Greenwich Police Had No Role in ICE Action, Town Manager Says

Town Manager Andrew Nota told the East Greenwich Town Council that police had no involvement in or advance notice of a recent federal immigration enforcement action. He said the department's internal policy has no requirement to notify the administration or council, and asked whether the council wants to codify the policy in an ordinance or go further. A police official said officers questioning federal agents could be seen as interference. Council members discussed referring affected people to Congressman Magaziner's office, state resources and community groups. No vote was taken; a council member asked staff to look into outreach, and Nota agreed.

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RIDOT to close, rebuild Henderson Expressway on-ramp in East Providence

Detours will be in place on North Broadway until spring 2029.

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Country Herald

RI Weather Alert: Providence Rain Turns Wintry Friday, Nov 13

Rhode Island drivers should prepare for wet highways, colder winds and possible slick spots as temperatures approach 32 degrees.

Providence, RI · 17h

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Cranston officials work to secure cover for Budlong Pool amid concerns

CRANSTON, R.I. (WJAR) — Cranston officials say they expect a new cover for Budlong Pool within the next few weeks, after the city was unable to close the pool following its first summer back in operation. Leaves from surrounding trees have fallen into the pool, and aerial video showed...

Cranston, RI · 5h

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Recap: Warwick Council Backs Sewer Hookup Loans, Delays Retiree Pension Change

Homeowners needing sewer hookups can seek up to $10,000 at 1% interest as the program is refilled; Bly Street at Chestnut becomes a four-way stop; a retiree cost-of-living change returns Nov. 23. Warwick, R.I. — The Warwick City Council on Monday night approved up to $300,000 in backing for a...