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Central Falls Restaurant Week starts Aug. 28

In Central Falls, a city with Diversity That Inspires, states a release, “come experience a world of international flavors in just One Square Mile.” Join in for 2026 Restaurant Week, running Aug. 28- Sept. 6, where many outstanding local restaurants will…

August 26, 2026

A rendering of what's proposed to replace the former Apex Tire Center, one of many parcels included in the city's request for proposals.

Three finalists chosen for Pawtucket’s Downtown Gateway Project at Apex

PAWTUCKET, RI – The Pawtucket Redevelopment Agency, in coordination with the city of Pawtucket, has advanced the redevelopment of the former Apex Department Store site and its surrounding parcels by selecting the top applicants from six proposals submitted for the…

August 25, 2026

A Cumberland Fire crew leaves the scene of the overturned dump truck at the quarry on Tuesday.

All hands in as Cumberland first responders free driver at quarry

CUMBERLAND – On Tuesday, Aug. 25, Cumberland Police, Fire, and EMS personnel responded to the Cumberland Quarry, 6 Manville Hill Road, for a reported overturned 18-wheel dump truck with the operator trapped inside. Due to the size of the vehicle…

August 25, 2026

Vote early for endorsed candidate Moschella in North Providence

NORTH PROVIDENCE – At-large School Committee candidate Lorraine Moschella says she is committed to working collaboratively with the school board, district administration, staff, and elected officials to develop and support a school budget that meets student needs and is fair…

August 25, 2026

Attleboro firefighters respond after boy struck by car

ATTLEBORO – The Attleboro Fire Department responded to a motor vehicle crash involving a pedestrian on Monday, Aug. 24. Just after 1 p.m., Attleboro firefighters responded to Pearl Street for reports of a child who had been hit by a…

August 24, 2026

Ben’s Lemonade Stand in Burrillville hits $61,000 raised for animal shelter fund in 10 years

By Ethan Shorey BURRILLVILLE – Burrillville Animal Control is thanking Ben St. Pierre for his “amazing” achievement of $60,945 raised to their veterinary fund in the past 10 years. “These funds have helped us care for so many needy animals through…

August 21, 2026

Second Wiener Fest RI starts Sept. 1

We’re already talking about fall, but there’s good news in the midst of all the dread. Wiener Fest RI 2026 from Rhode Island Food Fights starts Sept. 1, and tickets are now on sale for $30. This second annual event…

August 21, 2026

Woonsocket police search for missing man

Update: The missing man was confirmed being dropped off at Kennedy Plaza in Providence at 9:50 a.m., and has still not been located. Providence police have been made aware, said Woonsocket police, and it is believed that he may possibly…

August 20, 2026

Mariorenzi says he’s walking North Providence’s District 2, staying connected

NORTH PROVIDENCE – School Committee member Anthony Mariorenzi says staying connected and accessible to the community is one of the most important responsibilities of someone on the school board. “That’s why I’m taking the time to walk District 2, meet…

August 20, 2026

The Flock Safety camera on Broad Street at the Cumberland/Central Falls line.

McKee orders review of license plate-reading cameras

PROVIDENCE – Gov. Dan McKee has called for a statewide pause on the installation and activation of any new automated license plate reader (ALPR) cameras and ordered a comprehensive 60-day review aimed at establishing uniform statewide standards governing the use…

August 18, 2026

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Central Falls Restaurant Week starts Aug. 28

Three finalists chosen for Pawtucket’s Downtown Gateway Project at Apex

All hands in as Cumberland first responders free driver at quarry

Vote early for endorsed candidate Moschella in North Providence

Attleboro firefighters respond after boy struck by car

Ben’s Lemonade Stand in Burrillville hits $61,000 raised for animal shelter fund in 10 years

Second Wiener Fest RI starts Sept. 1

Woonsocket police search for missing man

Mariorenzi says he’s walking North Providence’s District 2, staying connected

McKee orders review of license plate-reading cameras

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