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Lorén Spears, executive director of the Tomaquag Museum in Exeter and co-chair of the monument committee, spoke at the unveiling of an Indigenous Veterans Monument Wednesday at the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery.

New R.I. monument honors Indigenous veterans: ‘It’s here for the next generations’

Native people have the highest per-capita involvement in all branches of the armed forces, serving at five times the national average, according to Silvermoon Mars LaRose, a member of the Narragansett Tribe.

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🎧 Mayor Smiley on the future of Providence
Highlights from the Rhode Island Report interview with Providence Mayor Brett Smiley include his thoughts on the city's public schools and the future of PVDFest.

RI POLICING
After less than a year on the job, Block Island police chief resigns
Chief John P. Lynch submitted his resignation letter Wednesday, in which he wrote that he was leaving for personal reasons.

RI CRIMERhode Island man sentenced to federal prison for trafficking drugs hidden in children’s toys, Halloween decorations
Nathan Boddie, 38, of Pawtucket, was part of a nationwide drug ring that hid methamphetamine, fentanyl and cocaine inside packages of children's toys, Halloween decorations and Disney items, the US Attorney's office said Wednesday.

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September brings first hints of fall weather, possibly more flooding
An area of low pressure will be moving northward along the coastline bringing more rain, humidity and even some thunderstorms. It is still unclear just how far north this rain will come and how long it will last.

A subtropical storm could make its way to New England this weekend
A system that’s expected to gain “tropical characteristics” as it moves over the Atlantic Ocean could bring 1 to 2 inches of rain to New England on Saturday afternoon, forecasters said.

PERSPECTIVE
The number of Americans living to 100 is exploding. But there’s a glaring problem.
The rise in centenarians in the US is a good thing for many. But the realm of super-aging isn’t open to all.

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We’ve been buying olive oil all wrong. Here’s what you need to know.
I was drawn in by fancy labels, lower-to-middle price points, and smart terms like “cold pressed” and “extra virgin” — but I never actually knew what I was buying.

RI EDUCATION
Half of Providence students were chronically absent during 2022-2023 school year
Attendance has improved since the pandemic, but is still far worse than it was before the state takeover in 2019

RI HOUSING
Providence council president wants landlords to register apartments with the city
The new proposal would create a proactive schedule of inspecting rentals for health and safety issues.

COVID
Biden administration will again allow Americans to order free COVID-19 tests
The Department of Health and Human Services says orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and that no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.

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Little Compton’s Hope Alpaca Farm kicks off fall with an Open Farm Weekend Sept. 23-24.

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Home sale prices in Rhode Island jump by double digits as supply remains critically low

The median price of a single-family home in Rhode Island jumped to $450,000 in August, which is a more than 11 percent increase from this same time last year.

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Providence Mayor Brett Smiley answers questions about storm water overflow in the city's Wanskuck neighborhood flowing Monday's rain.

Podcast: The future of Providence, according to Mayor Brett Smiley

It has been a busy – and occasionally stormy – summer for Mayor Brett Smiley.

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A point of contention on Providence’s big deal with its colleges

The council's finance chairwoman wants the mayor's 10-year agreement with Brown University to be considered separately from the 20-year deal struck with the other colleges.

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This undated photo provided by Marisa Ellman shows Maya Brook, Marisa Ellman and Debbie Ellman after they purchased permanent jewelry at Love Saro in Boulder, Colo.

‘Permanent’ jewelry is ‘kind of like part of you’ (yes, you can change your mind)

Erin Myles opened Brave Daughters in Providence in 2018, and a popup location in Boston in 2022.

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Gardasil-9 is an FDA-approved vaccine series to prevent against HPV.

Some health experts say there’s a ‘concerning decline’ in HPV vaccination rates since pandemic began

The reason? People put off in-person doctors appointments, and as a result, certain preventative health measures.

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The next phase of the Providence schools takeover

By next summer, state education officials may have to make a recommendation: Renew the turnaround plan, create a new one, or give control back to the city.

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PVDonuts is a donut and coffee shop located on Wickenden Street in Providence, R.I.

For sale: PVDonuts, an iconic shop known for over-the-top donut flavors

“We’ve thought about this on and off for a few years, and what finally drove us to this decision all came down to mental health and matters in our personal lives,” the founders of the doughnut store wrote on social media.

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Cleanup at the flood damaged Citi Trends clothing store at the Branch Avenue Plaza Shopping Center on Branch Avenue in Providence, Rhode Island on Sept. 12, 2023.

Rhode Island must adopt greener infrastructure amid increased flooding

We are not prepared for frequent flooding events in Rhode Island, but changes in land use could help.

New R.I. monument honors Indigenous veterans: ‘It’s here for the next generations’

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🎧 Mayor Smiley on the future of Providence
Highlights from the Rhode Island Report interview with Providence Mayor Brett Smiley include his thoughts on the city's public schools and the future of PVDFest.

RI POLICING
After less than a year on the job, Block Island police chief resigns
Chief John P. Lynch submitted his resignation letter Wednesday, in which he wrote that he was leaving for personal reasons.

A subtropical storm could make its way to New England this weekend
A system that’s expected to gain “tropical characteristics” as it moves over the Atlantic Ocean could bring 1 to 2 inches of rain to New England on Saturday afternoon, forecasters said.

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The number of Americans living to 100 is exploding. But there’s a glaring problem.
The rise in centenarians in the US is a good thing for many. But the realm of super-aging isn’t open to all.

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We’ve been buying olive oil all wrong. Here’s what you need to know.
I was drawn in by fancy labels, lower-to-middle price points, and smart terms like “cold pressed” and “extra virgin” — but I never actually knew what I was buying.

RI EDUCATION
Half of Providence students were chronically absent during 2022-2023 school year
Attendance has improved since the pandemic, but is still far worse than it was before the state takeover in 2019

RI HOUSING
Providence council president wants landlords to register apartments with the city
The new proposal would create a proactive schedule of inspecting rentals for health and safety issues.

COVID
Biden administration will again allow Americans to order free COVID-19 tests
The Department of Health and Human Services says orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and that no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.

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RI POLICINGAfter less than a year on the job, Block Island police chief resignsChief John P. Lynch submitted his resignation letter Wednesday, in which he wrote that he was leaving for personal reasons.

A subtropical storm could make its way to New England this weekend A system that’s expected to gain “tropical characteristics” as it moves over the Atlantic Ocean could bring 1 to 2 inches of rain to New England on Saturday afternoon, forecasters said.

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RI EDUCATIONHalf of Providence students were chronically absent during 2022-2023 school yearAttendance has improved since the pandemic, but is still far worse than it was before the state takeover in 2019

RI HOUSINGProvidence council president wants landlords to register apartments with the cityThe new proposal would create a proactive schedule of inspecting rentals for health and safety issues.

COVIDBiden administration will again allow Americans to order free COVID-19 testsThe Department of Health and Human Services says orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and that no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.

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‘Permanent’ jewelry is ‘kind of like part of you’ (yes, you can change your mind)

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The next phase of the Providence schools takeover

For sale: PVDonuts, an iconic shop known for over-the-top donut flavors

Rhode Island must adopt greener infrastructure amid increased flooding

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🎧 Mayor Smiley on the future of Providence
Highlights from the Rhode Island Report interview with Providence Mayor Brett Smiley include his thoughts on the city's public schools and the future of PVDFest.

RI POLICING
After less than a year on the job, Block Island police chief resigns
Chief John P. Lynch submitted his resignation letter Wednesday, in which he wrote that he was leaving for personal reasons.

A subtropical storm could make its way to New England this weekend
A system that’s expected to gain “tropical characteristics” as it moves over the Atlantic Ocean could bring 1 to 2 inches of rain to New England on Saturday afternoon, forecasters said.

PERSPECTIVE
The number of Americans living to 100 is exploding. But there’s a glaring problem.
The rise in centenarians in the US is a good thing for many. But the realm of super-aging isn’t open to all.

FOOD & DINING NEWSLETTER
We’ve been buying olive oil all wrong. Here’s what you need to know.
I was drawn in by fancy labels, lower-to-middle price points, and smart terms like “cold pressed” and “extra virgin” — but I never actually knew what I was buying.

RI EDUCATION
Half of Providence students were chronically absent during 2022-2023 school year
Attendance has improved since the pandemic, but is still far worse than it was before the state takeover in 2019

RI HOUSING
Providence council president wants landlords to register apartments with the city
The new proposal would create a proactive schedule of inspecting rentals for health and safety issues.

COVID
Biden administration will again allow Americans to order free COVID-19 tests
The Department of Health and Human Services says orders can be placed at COVIDTests.gov starting Sept. 25, and that no-cost tests will be delivered for free by the United States Postal Service.