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Stay current with all the latest and breaking news about Providence County, compare headlines and perspectives between news sources on stories happening today. In total, 2,369stories have been published about Providence County which Ground News has aggregated in the past 3 months.

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Gun Laws · Providence

How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line

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Travel · Providence

Rhode Island Commerce Collaborates with Saks Fifth Avenue to Offer Luxury Shoppers a New Experience Highlighting the Ocean State

62% Center coverage: 8 sources

/PRNewswire/ -- Rhode Island Commerce — the official full-service, economic development organization for the state of Rhode Island—is proud to announce an...See the Story

Providence, Rhode Island · Providence

Pillen Announces Interim Director of Nebraska Economic Development

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Police: Burrillville Man Pointed Gun in Officer's Face

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

BURRILLVILLE, R.I. (WPRI) — A Burrillville man is facing several charges after he allegedly pointed a loaded gun at police officers Thursday morning. Police said three officers responded just after 8:30 a.m. to a report of gunshots at a home on Tarkiln Road. Nicholas Smith, 40, answered the door and immediately confronted the first officer he saw and pointed a 9mm handgun within inches of her face, according to police. The officer pushed Smith's…Burrillville · BurrillvilleSee the Story

Beeline Strengthens Balance Sheet in June with $6.5M Capital Raise and Major Debt Reduction - BlockTelegraph

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Austin,, Texas, United States, 1st July 2025, ChainwireProvidence, Rhode Island · ProvidenceSee the Story

Local tourism slumps under Trump, highlights of the 2025 RI legislative session, and more - TPR: The Public's Radio

In the 2025 Rhode Island General Assembly session, lawmakers passed a major gun law and numerous bills tackling housing and healthcare. We’ll look into what legislators achieved and failed to get done, as well as what to expect in 2026. Also, Trump administration policies are scaring off tourists. Hotels have higher than normal vacancies, and restaurants are closing on certain days due to low traffic. What kind of summer season will we have this…Housing · ProvidenceRead Article

Rhode Island Energy estimates full restoration by Sunday

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Rhode Island Energy says a full restoration of power should occur by Sunday.Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidenceRead Article

Dept. of Health clears Colaluca Campground for swimming

FOSTER– As of July 3, the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has recommended reopening the swimming area at the Colaluca Family Campground, 7 Harrington Road, for swimming because bacteria counts have returned to safe levels.Swimming · FosterRead Article

McKee taps Jim Bennett as interim commerce secretary

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- Gov. Dan McKee has selected R.I. Commerce Corporation President Jim Bennett to serve as the state's interim secretary of commerce. "As we continue the search for a permanent Secretary of Commerce, Jim's experience in business development and government will help us further the work we’re doing to bolster our economy, raise incomes, and make our state a more prosperous place for business, workers, and families," McKee s…Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidenceRead Article

Evolution expands US presence with Bally’s Rhode Island partnership

Evolution has entered a new partnership with Bally’s Corporation, significantly broadening Bally Casino’s Rhode Island content and marking a strategic step forward in Evolution’s U.S. growth. The post Evolution expands US presence with Bally’s Rhode Island partnership first appeared on Asia Gaming News | AGB - Asia Gaming Brief.Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidenceRead Article

What to do if you suspect your E-Z Pass transponder's battery has died

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — If you have an older EZ-Pass transponder, it may be time to check the battery. 12 News reached out to the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA) after drivers reported receiving toll bills in the mail despite having an EZ-Pass transponder. RITBA Executive Director Lori Caron Silveira explained that the transponders have a battery life of roughly 10 years. "The first ones were issued in 2008, 2009," Caron Sil…Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidenceRead Article

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