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Corey scores 22 in Rhode Island's 80-65 victory against Vermont

Providence, Rhode Island · Providence

Corey scores 22 in Rhode Island's 80-65 victory against Vermont

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Led by Myles Corey's 22 points, the Rhode Island Rams defeated the Vermont Catamounts 80-65 on Tuesday. The Rams are now 5-2 on the season, while the Catamounts fell to 4-3.See the Story

Five suspects charged with kidnapping and murder in Central Falls woman's death

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Five suspects charged with kidnapping and murder in Central Falls woman's death

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CENTRAL FALLS, R.I. (WLNE) — Eight Central Falls residents have now been charged in connection to the death of a 24-year-old woman whose body was found in a wooded area in Pawtucket on October 27. According to the Central Falls Police Department, the suspects were arrested Monday on various charges related to 24-year-old Erica Bader’s death. Five suspects are charged with murder, kidnapping and conspiracy: Andrew Cornell, 28 Joshua Brunelle, 35…See the Story

Judge Orders DHS Secretary to Return Coast Guard Helicopter to Newport

Coast Guard · Newport

Judge Orders DHS Secretary to Return Coast Guard Helicopter to Newport

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The Department of Homeland Security moved a Coast Guard rescue helicopter away from Newport amid reports of an effort to construct an ICE facility there.See the Story

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Researchers find smaller amounts of microplastics in southern Narragansett Bay

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It's safe to say Rhode Islanders have a symbiotic relationship with Narragansett Bay.Science · Narragansett Read Article

3 Ways Hailey Bieber Turned a Boring Officewear Staple Into the Perfect Party Look

Hailey Bieber wore a bouclé set for a Rhode launch, turning the officewear staple into partywear. Shop the trend.Hailey Bieber · Providence Read Article

Woonsocket's Woman Detained at Logan Airport Will Have Bail Hearing

Eva Mendes’ family claimed that she had renewed her residence card last month. A woman from Woonsocket, Rhode Island, who was arrested by ICE at Logan Airport in Boston is scheduled for a bail hearing on Wednesday, according to WJAR reports. Eva Mendes was returning from Cape Verde on 5 November after attending her brother’s funeral and has been a permanent legal resident for 40 years. Mendes’ family claimed that she had renewed her residence ca…Woonsocket · Woonsocket Read Article

Staunch Senate Trump Critic Caught Up In Massive, Multi-Million Dollar Corruption Scandal - The American Tribune.com

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In an embarrassing moment for the DNC, a conservative watchdog (FACT) accused Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) of steering $6.9 million in taxpayer grants to Ocean Conservancy, where his wife is paid as a consultant, calling it a blatant conflict of interest and a “circular relationship” and drawing attention to his hypocrisy as a supposed fighter of corruption who in reality is far momre corrupt than those, like President Trump, who he attacks. F…Senate · Providence Read Article

Pawtucket School Department's possible budget deficit puts 100 jobs at risk

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The Pawtucket School Department is facing a potential budget deficit that could result in nearly 100 layoffs.Pawtucket · Pawtucket Read Article

Wyatt Detention Center inmate accused of smuggling drugs inside prison

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility inmate accused of smuggling drugs inside the prison was indicted on Nov. 19, according to Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom. Brian Slutzkin was charged with possessing contraband in prison and possession of controlled substances with the intent to distribute. According to Bloom, officers searched Slutzkin at the facility and found a sock in his possession containing “se…Mobile Phones · Providence See the Story

Audrain Gobbles Another Newport Classic — Just in Time for Thanksgiving: Anthony’s Seafood Swallowed Whole

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Newport Buzz Audrain Gobbles Another Newport Classic — Just in Time for Thanksgiving: Anthony’s Seafood Swallowed Whole Welp… here we go again. Another chunk of Newport’s “heritage” just got swallowed up — and you don’t need three guesses to know who did the chewing. Anthony’s Seafood — a true Aquidneck Island lifer dating back to 1956 — has officially been gobbled by Audrain’s Heritage Restaurant Group, just in time for Turkey Day. Anthony’s be…Newport, Rhode Island · Newport Read Article

Parent appalled after opening 'manipulative' mail from child's school: 'Emotional ploy'

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Not everyone is ready to enter the digital age. A Reddit post went viral after a parent sounded off about a school portrait company's "manipulative" business model. What's happening? The parent explained that a portrait company printed and shipped a complete package of photos to every family whose child participated in school picture day. The instructions said the families should pay for and keep the photos they like, and then return the unwant…Rhode Island · Rhode Island Read Article

RIDOT saves baby ravens found in old salt shed

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GLOCESTER, R.I. (WPRI) — Workers were cleaning out an old salt shed at the Rhode Island Department of Transportation's Glocester facility earlier this year when they spotted something out of the ordinary. The workers found a massive nest with four infant ravens inside. RIDOT said the nest was in the rafters of the shed, which [...]Glocester · Glocester Read Article

UNH poll shows 'majority' of Rhode Island residents concerned about finances

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The latest University of New Hampshire poll shows that most Rhode Islanders are concerned about the prices of everyday goods and energy costs. The survey was made up of 711 Rhode Island residents, who filled out the survey between Nov. 13 and 17. According to the Ocean State Poll, “a majority” of Rhode Island residents think that prices on everyday goods has increased over the past year and will continue to increase. Th…Providence, Rhode Island · Providence Read Article