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RI GOP Calls on South Kingstown Councilman to Resign over Alleged Confrontation

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RI GOP Calls on South Kingstown Councilman to Resign over Alleged Confrontation

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SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) -- The Rhode Island Republican Party is calling on a South Kingstown town councilman accused of a physical confrontation with a GOP official to resign from office. Narragansett GOP Chairman Anthony D'Ellena alleges that Councilman Jay Wegimont, a Democrat, left a June 9 Town Council meeting in progress and assaulted him. "Jay Wegimont deliberately left a council meeting to assault me because he didn't like what I sai…See the Story

Training Center Reopens After Devastating Fire at Latrobe 30 Shoppes

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Training Center Reopens After Devastating Fire at Latrobe 30 Shoppes

Coverage: 2 sources

A little over a year since a fire left several businesses in the shopping plaza heavily damaged, the owner, staff and clients at My Fitness Kitchen celebrate a new beginning.See the Story

Push to help Matunuck Oyster Bar reopen advances at State House

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Push to help Matunuck Oyster Bar reopen advances at State House

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — While flames may have destroyed the inside, a bill that could allow Matunuck Oyster Bar to serve customers outside is one step closer to becoming law. Nearly a month after fire devastated the beloved South Kingstown restaurant, the community is continuing to rally behind it in hopes of reopening in time for the busy summer season. ‘Like a bad dream’: Rhode Islanders distraught by fire at beloved oyster bar St…Read Article

School to Be Hive of Activity as Bellway Helps Pupils Provide Habitats for Bees

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Children at a primary school in Lincolnshire are ‘buzzing’ after a local housebuilder donated bee hotels and ‘bee bombs’ to support biodiversity.South Kingstown · South Kingstown See the Story

Lawmakers propose measure to allow Matunuck Oyster Bar to temporarily reopen outside

100% Left coverage: 1 sources

Matunuck Oyster Bar staff and friends gather outside a chain-link fence as firefighters respond to a blaze that broke out at the restaurant early Tuesday, May 20, 2025. (Photo by Laura Paton/Rhode Island Current)After a devastating fire last month forced the closure of the Matunuck Oyster Bar, state lawmakers are pushing to update a pandemic-era law to help the South Kingstown restaurant temporarily reopen outdoors. Companion bills introduced la…South Kingstown · South Kingstown Read Article

Rhode Island health officials recommend avoiding contact with Worden Pond

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The Rhode Island Department of Health and Department of Environmental Management are advising people to avoid contact with Worden Pond.South Kingstown · South Kingstown Read Article

Broad Rock Middle School therapy dog more than man’s best friend

Meet Bentley, the therapy dog at Broad Rock Middle School.This Cavalier King Charles Spaniel is making rounds at various school events and other schools, too, as South Kingstown’s first therapy dog.South Kingstown · South Kingstown Read Article

Girls Lacrosse: Rebels advance past Broncos, earn another shot at Westerly

When South Kingstown’s girls lacrosse team beat Burrillville in the regular season, it required a late comeback and featured the most combined goals in any Division II game all year. The playoff rematch last Thursday followed a different script.South Kingstown · South Kingstown Read Article

Matunuck Oyster Bar employees encouraged to download app to find new jobs

100% Center coverage: 1 sources

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — The investigation into the cause of the fire at Matunuck Oyster Bar continues. Meanwhile, many of the restaurant's roughly 300 employees are still looking for new jobs. A lot of organizations have stepped up to try and help, including Becca Paquette, the co-founder of an app that helps employers connect with people looking for work. ALSO READ: Matunuck Oyster Bar fire appears accidental Job seekers can create…Apps · South Kingstown Read Article

Nocera, Jahnz help Cumberland earn another crack at South Kingstown with spot in D-I baseball finals on the table

SOUTH KINGSTOWN — All Chase Austin knew was that it was go time.Baseball · South Kingstown Read Article

Special Olympics RI Summer Games continue Saturday

100% Center coverage: 2 sources

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) -- The Special Olympics Rhode Island Summer Games continued on Saturday at URI’s Kingston campus. Today's events include bowling, powerlifting, track & field, and soccer. On Friday morning, bowling and track & field events were held, before the Torch Run ceremony was held at the R.I. State House and followed by the Opening Ceremony at Meade Stadium. On Sunday, the games continue at St. George's School in Middletown w…Olympics · South Kingstown See the Story

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