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Through a summer internship in the Biocontrol Lab, Andrew Swiader is helping rear the tiny wasps that could offer a natural defense to protect crops. (URI Photo / Anna Gray)

URI student from Greenville helps raise tiny wasps with big mission

KINGSTON, R.I. – A baby nasal aspirator isn’t exactly what comes to mind when one pictures biotech research tools. But for University of Rhode Island biotechnology student Andrew Swiader, it’s become an essential piece of scientific equipment. In URI’s Biocontrol…

September 1, 2026

United Way honors local philanthropists

PROVIDENCE – In recognition of “their extraordinary philanthropy and dedication to helping their fellow Rhode Islanders,” the United Way of Rhode Island presented Betsey Purinton and James English with the Tocqueville United Award. A special donor celebration event was held…

May 19, 2026

Wendy’s raises funds for Adoption Rhode Island with a sweet fundraiser

Through June 28, while supplies last, customers at participating Wendy’s restaurants in southeastern Massachusetts and Rhode Island can receive six free Jr. Frosty coupons for just $1 while supporting Adoption Rhode Island. Coupons are valid through Aug. 31 at participating…

May 10, 2026

Teens explore careers in the trades, get sneak peek at $15 million transformation of Wanskuck Clubhouse

PROVIDENCE – As phase one of a more than $15 million effort to transform the Boys & Girls Clubs of Providence’s Wanskuck Clubhouse moves forward, a group of teens were given an early look at the space and explored careers in…

May 8, 2026

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URI student from Greenville helps raise tiny wasps with big mission

United Way honors local philanthropists

Wendy’s raises funds for Adoption Rhode Island with a sweet fundraiser

Teens explore careers in the trades, get sneak peek at $15 million transformation of Wanskuck Clubhouse

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