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Pawtucket’s police union endorses Grebien

PAWTUCKET – Members of The Fraternal Order of Police – Pawtucket Lodge #4, which represents the officers of the Pawtucket Police Department, have announced that they are backing the incumbent mayor for re-election. “Mayor Grebien has been a supporter of law…

July 21, 2026

Glocester’s police K-9 team assists in apprehension of domestic violence suspect

GLOCESTER – The Glocester Police Department’s K-9 Unit played a critical role in the successful apprehension of a domestic violence suspect following a coordinated search with the Foster Police Department and several assisting agencies. On the evening of Friday, July…

July 21, 2026

Viola Davis, Julius Tennon announce $1.2 million investment in Central Falls

CENTRAL FALLS – Famed actress and Central Falls native Viola Davis and her husband, Julius Tennon, announced a $1.2 million investment into the city this week. Davis and Tennon said they decided to give back through their Davis-Tennon Foundation with an…

July 20, 2026

Bill establishing framework for veterinary telemedicine signed into law

PROVIDENCE – Legislation introduced by Rep. Jon Brien and Sen. Brian Thompson was signed into law on Saturday, establishing a framework for veterinary telemedicine in Rhode Island to expand access to quality care for pets. Gov. Dan McKee signed the bill…

July 19, 2026

Missing Pawtucket man found

UPDATE: Police say the missing man has been found unharmed, and are thanking the public for spreading the word. PAWTUCKET – Police say 78-year-old Frank Rose has been reported missing after failing to return to a rehabilitation center on July…

July 17, 2026

Traffic set to shift at Cumberland, Smithfield bridges

Highway traffic changes are coming to the area of two bridge projects in the area, according to the Rhode Island Department of Transportation. Beginning Sunday night, July 19, at 9 p.m., through the fall, traffic will shift to the left,…

July 17, 2026

Wanted RI fugitive caught 20 years later

Rhode Island State Police announced on Thursday evening that after more than 20 years on the run, one of Rhode Island’s most wanted fugitives is now in custody. Ronald Fischer was arrested without incident after his boat was intercepted off…

July 16, 2026

Tikoian running again on record of accomplishments

SMITHFIELD – Sen. David Tikoian says he’s excited to announce his candidacy for re-election to the Rhode Island State Senate, representing District 22, Smithfield, North Providence, and Lincoln. “Serving as your state senator in the General Assembly is not only…

July 14, 2026

Toppi announces re-election campaign for third term on Smithfield council

SMITHFIELD – Town Councilor Rachel Toppi has announced that she is seeking re-election in hopes of serving a third term on the Smithfield Town Council. Toppi, a 2004 graduate of Smithfield High School, said it would be an honor and…

July 13, 2026

Bellingham Beef Barn property goes up for sale

BELLINGHAM – Five years after the opening of the busy Industrial Drive Beef Barn location in North Smithfield, the property a few miles away that has long been home to the Bellingham version of the restaurant is up for sale. A…

July 10, 2026

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