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The seal population is growing in RI. Does that mean fewer fish and more sharks?
Narraganset Bay's seal population has been steady over the past several years, while the Block Island population has ...
Taylor Swift's Rhode Island house inspired Emily Henry's book 'Great Big Beautiful Life'
There is an invisible string tying bestselling author Emily Henry's newest book to Rhode Island, and it involves Taylor Swift.
What happens next: R.I. senators must choose a new leader. Key bills hinge on their choice.
A simple majority of the now-37-member Senate will vote for a new president when the chamber reconvenes. A special election ...
How many Catholics are in Rhode Island? A look at the state's religion demographics
Comparatively, 62% of American adults identify as Christians, according to the study. Of the 63% of Rhode Island adults in ...
Why is Rhode Island known for its carousels? Hint: it's a showpiece
The Crescent Park carousel, originally steam-powered and gas-lit, was Looff's showroom, and it cemented Rhode Island's place in carousel history. Built in 1895, it was intended to be Looff's grandest ...