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Severe funding cuts threaten services for crime victims in Rhode Island
A major cut to funding threatens victim service providers nationwide. This year the national crime victim's fund was slashed by nearly 40%, leaving advocates of the country's most vulnerable populations, worried for the future. "We're already operating on a barebones budget to provide services that are really needed, explained Vanessa...
Tower Hill Road project moving forward
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — Work continues on a highway project in South County that could affect driving to and from Jamestown and Aquidneck Islands. This week, lanes to and from Routes 1 and 138 in North Kingstown are being temporarily reconfigured in a project that includes replacing the 55-year-old bridge that takes Tower Hill Road over 138.
Warwick man sentenced to prison for attempting to solicit a minor
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) — A Warwick man was sentenced Wednesday to 10 years in prison for attempting to solicit a minor. The United States Attorney’s Office for Rhode Island said 64-year-old Richard Senecal admitted that in April 2022, he engaged in sexually explicit online communications with who believed was a 14-year-old boy.
Warwick man finds his passion and is awarded
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. Out of the loss of a friend, Shawn Dow found inspiration. Dow in the owner of Bad Mouth Bikes in Warwick, where, along with a crew of eight, they build custom motorcycles. One of his recent projects honored a friend who was killed in a hit-and-run while riding his 2003 Harley-Davidson Firefighter Special Edition Road King.
Target 12: Could rent control come to Providence?
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Many Rhode Islanders are struggling to make rent — but could some relief be around the corner?. On Monday at 5, Target 12 investigator Alexandra Leslie takes a look at a controversial bill that proposes rent control in Providence.
A private club wanted to import big game to RI. The state may ban captive hunting instead.
PROVIDENCE − After years of advocacy, bills seeking to ban captive hunting in Rhode Island are gaining momentum. The legislation, which cleared the Senate in April and is now moving forward in the House of Representatives, has been introduced every year since 2019. It was first proposed after The...
Weather Now: Cloudy and Cool With Light Showers Today
Happy Saturday! Lot’s of graduations and outdoor events going on this weekend and while it does look gloomy it won’t be a “rainy” weekend. Light showers or mist/drizzle are expected for today with cool temperatures in the mid and upper 50s. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pinpoint Weather...
Health care groups can help fix RI's food insecurity crisis | Opinion
Marcy Reyes is director of market strategy and planning, CCA Health Rhode Island. The COVID-19 pandemic created a perfect storm for food insecurity across the U.S., and in the aftermath our vulnerable communities continue to struggle. According to the 2023 Rhode Island Hunger Survey, a record number of residents sought food assistance last year, in part due to higher food and housing costs.
NBC 10 I-Team gets results for Warwick woman in gift card draining scam
(WJAR) — Susan Dacey of Warwick is sending a warning to consumers after a Lowe's gift card she purchased from CVS was drained before her son-in-law could spend it. “He went to use it and there was no money on it, there was $0.36 on it,” Susan said.
Middletown Police Department Issues Warning on Phone Scam
The Middletown Police Department is alerting the public about a concerning phone scam targeting local residents. The department has received several reports from victims who have been contacted by individuals impersonating Middletown Police officers. According to the reports, the scammer informs the victim that they have missed a court date...
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