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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
Michael Cook with his students.

Teacher of the Year Cook has URI, northern RI connections

Rhode Island’s new Teacher of the Year, Michael Cook, got his start teaching in Burrillville before moving to a district closer to home.  “Those early morning University of Rhode Island rowing practices have stood Michael Cook ’02 in good stead,”…
July 6, 2026

Power couple donates to RI Community Food Bank

PROVIDENCE – In honor of their upcoming nuptials, Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce made “an extraordinary donation of $1 million to the Rhode Island Community Food Bank,” the organization announced on Thursday. “We were thrilled to learn of this unexpected gift, which comes at a…
July 3, 2026

United Way pushes deadline for utility assistance

PROVIDENCE – United Way of Rhode Island has pushed back the deadline to apply for utility bill assistance through the Good Neighbor Energy Fund by an additional month as increasing numbers of Rhode Islanders struggle with high energy costs. The fund will…
July 3, 2026
Clockwise from top left are Sandra Cano, Donald Wiseman, James Peluso, Patrick Crowley, and Yahaira “Jay” Placencia.

United Way appoints new board chairperson, elects members

PROVIDENCE – United Way of Rhode Island has announced the appointment of a new board chairperson and the election of four new members to its Board of Directors. Together, they bring valuable expertise, perspective, and a shared dedication to advancing…
June 24, 2026

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week puts focus on protecting seniors from scams

As skyrocketing Medicare fraud schemes cost taxpayers billions each year, congressional leaders, federal agencies, and consumer advocacy groups intensify their efforts to combat aggressive scams targeting older Americans. Experts estimate that Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse may cost as much as $60 billion annually.…
June 21, 2026
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