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Next king tide to arrive April 26; public invited to track and share shore photos
Get your cameras ready! Extreme high tides will return to Rhode Island coastlines on Saturday, April 26, at 7:33 p.m. The ...
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 ...
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United Way, Providence Journal to host panel discussions on RI's nonprofits. How to attend
The United Way of Rhode Island and The Providence Journal are hosting a discussion on the state's nonprofit sector. The event will address challenges and opportunities facing nonprofits amid ...
AZ Central4d
Why is Rhode Island known for its carousels? Hint: it's a showpiece
Rhode Island has a special connection to carousels. The Crescent Park carousel is the finest example of Charles Looff's work. Looff is celebrated for the beauty of his carousels. EAST PROVIDENCE ...
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Two charged after shooting, police chase in Providence
PROVIDENCE, RI (WJAR) — Two people were charged after a shooting and police chase in Providence Thursday night. Police Chief Oscar Perez said officers responded to reports of shots fired in the ...
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Why is Rhode Island known for its carousels? Hint: it's a showpiece
EAST PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island is renowned, among carousel aficionados, both for its current offerings and for what has been lost. But how did Rhode Island come to have such a strong connection ...