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Uprise RI24 minutes ago
Recap: Woonsocket Council Approves Water Billing Software, Amends Club Tax Deals, on Uprise RIWoonsocket's council approved new water and sewer billing software, renewed liquor licenses and set 2027 social club tax rates at 70%.
WPRI.com27 minutes ago
Election 2026: Live special coverage and analysis, on WPRI.comWatch live coverage on WPRI 12, the WPRI 12+ smart TV app and WPRI.com to get real-time results and analysis as races are called.
Go Local Prov1 hour ago
Court Fight Continues for Star PC Recruits — Hearing Scheduled for…, on Go Local ProvThe Sun Chronicle1 hour ago
Voters turn out to the polls in Attleboro area, on The Sun ChronicleClick here to view this item from www.thesunchronicle.com.
WPRI.com1 hour ago
Mother keeps son’s mission alive through annual blood drive, on WPRI.comA local mother held the fifth annual blood drive Tuesday at Exeter-West Greenwich High School to honor her son and carry on his mission.
The Boston Globe1 hour ago
MIAA field hockey tournament: Favorites, sleepers, and analysis for Divisions 1-4, on The Boston GlobeTop seeds Lincoln-Sudbury, Canton, Sandwich, and Cohasset headline a deep 136-team, four-division bracket. Who will raise the trophies?
WJAR2 hours ago
Young poll workers help keep Election Day running smoothly in Providence, on WJARFor some young poll workers in Providence, Tuesday marked their first time helping manage the bustle of Election Day.
WPRI.com2 hours ago
DCYF pauses intakes, referrals at Narragansett youth facility, on WPRI.comThe Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families has paused intakes and referrals at Ocean Tides in Narragansett after routine site reviews uncovered numerous safety concerns last year.
Fall River Herald News2 hours ago
Who's winning the Fall River area races? 2026 Midterm Election results, on Fall River Herald NewsLive reporting of election results from the Fall River area including multiple state rep. races and the Bristol DA's race.
WPRI.com3 hours ago
Which Rhode Island ballot questions passed in 2026?, on WPRI.comSee the results for each question on the Rhode Island ballot in the 2026 midterm election.
Also reported byBrown Daily Herald
WLNE-TV3 hours ago
Large dirt piles, parking problems spark concerns at Garden City Center, on WLNE-TVLarge dirt piles remain behind Garden City Center as nearby residents raise concerns about the construction and shoppers report difficulty finding parking.
SouthCoastToday.com3 hours ago
How is the New Bedford area voting? Follow along for live results, on SouthCoastToday.comNew Bedford area voters will be deciding multiple contested state representative races plus the Bristol District Attorney race. Follow along for live results.
EastBayRI.com3 hours ago
Barrington cross country teams win Class B Championships, on EastBayRI.comIt was a clean sweep for the Barrington High School cross country teams last weekend, as the BHS boys and girls teams each won Class B Championships. The Barrington girls placed three …
Uprise RI3 hours ago
Recap: North Kingstown School Committee Clears Middle School Work, Hires HR Director, on Uprise RINorth Kingstown's School Committee approved early site work and testing for Wickford Middle School, advanced Davisville Middle School plans and hired an HR director.
Fall River Herald News3 hours ago
Victor Santos runs for Azorean Diaspora Council seat, on Fall River Herald NewsVictor Santos is the only candidate running to represent Rhode Island on the Azorean Diaspora Council this December.
Fall River Herald News3 hours ago
Victor Santos candidata-se ao Conselho da Diáspora Açoriana por R.I., on Fall River Herald NewsVictor Santos está a concorrer ao Conselho da Diáspora Açoriana pelo estado de Rhode Island.
Go Local Prov3 hours ago
People on the Move: Hersey Named Realtor of the Year, on Go Local ProvBoston.com4 hours ago
Tom Brady expects an ‘emotional’ return to Gillette Stadium on Sunday for Patriots vs. Packers, on Boston.comPatriots legend Tom Brady addressed his return to Gillette Stadium with Fox Sports, noting that it will be an "emotional" day on Sunday.
Also reported byBoston 25 NewsThe Boston Globe
EastBayRI.com4 hours ago
Wednesday meeting planned for e-scooter use in Barrington, on EastBayRI.comThere will be a special meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 4 for families who want to discuss electric scooter use in Barrington. The meeting will take place at Barrington Middle School — people can meet …
WJAR4 hours ago
Police activity causes severe delays on MBTA’s Providence Line, on WJARPassengers on the MBTA Commuter Rail’s Providence Line were warned Tuesday to expect severe delays in both directions because of police activity.
warwickonline.com4 hours ago
Breaking down the football playoffs, on warwickonline.comThe high school football playoffs are here and we’ll have plenty to watch out for these next few weeks. Four of our teams at Beacon Media have qualified for the
News Talk WPRO5 hours ago
Official Contest Rules – Home For The Holidays Makeover – WPRO-AM, on News Talk WPROWPRO-AM's "Home For The Holidays Makeover" Contest Official Rules A complete copy of these rules can be obtained by contacting radio station WPRO-AM (...
Providence Business News5 hours ago
Sansiveri, Kimball & Co. acquired by North Carolina firm, on Providence Business NewsPROVIDENCE – Sansiveri, Kimball & Co., an accounting firm with clients throughout New England, has been acquired by Cherry Bekaert of North Carolina. Terms of the acquisition were not disclosed. Representatives from both firms did not immediately respond to requests for comment. Cherry Bekaert said the acquisition advances its continued growth strategy by expanding its […]
Uprise RI5 hours ago
Recap: Providence Contract Board Approves 29 Items, Opens School Furniture Bid, on Uprise RIProvidence's Board of Contract & Supply approved 29 contract items 8-0 and opened an $8.3 million school furniture bid, after questions on fire station and building change orders.
EastBayRI.com5 hours ago
East Providence falls to North Kingstown in soccer quarterfinal, on EastBayRI.comThe loss of key offensive players, Amori Lopes, Nathan Sousa and Emerson Amado was difficult to overcome.
Taunton Daily Gazette6 hours ago
Who is the TDG H.S. Girls Athlete of the Week for Oct. 26-Nov. 1?, on Taunton Daily GazetteBristol-Plymouth cross country's Thea Cote is the Athlete of the Week for Oct. 19-25. Vote for the next AOTW here through noon on Sunday, Nov. 8.
The Sun Chronicle6 hours ago
Attleboro Football Hall of Fame induction slated for Nov. 24, on The Sun ChronicleATTLEBORO — The Attleboro Area Football Hall of Fame will conduct its 54th annual induction ceremony with a banquet Nov. 24 at the Attleboro Lodge of Elks.
EastBayRI.com7 hours ago
Townies take down Mt. Hope to begin 2026 volleyball D-I playoffs, on EastBayRI.comThe 5th-seeded Townies move on to play at 4th seeded Cumberland on Friday at 6 p.m.
1420 WBSM7 hours ago
"RHONJ" Star Teresa Giudice Announces Rhode Island Book Event, on 1420 WBSM"Real Housewives of New Jersey" star Teresa Giudice is heading to the Greenwich Odeum. Get all the details on her upcoming RI book event inside.
Also reported byFUN 107
EastBayRI.com7 hours ago
Warren heads to the polls, on EastBayRI.comAfter weeks of campaigning, the 2026 general election in Warren took place Tuesday, Nov. 3, at four polling places around town where voters were tasked with choosing who will serve them over either …
Fall River Reporter7 hours ago
La Salette Festival of Lights in Attleboro returning again in 2026, on Fall River ReporterLa Salette will continue their popular Festival of Lights tradition this year under the theme of Christ, Light of Peace. The National Shrine of La Salette Festival of Lights will begin on November 21st and will run until January 3rd, 2027, past the typical New Years Day closure. The annual event is a beautiful religious
The Harvard Crimson7 hours ago
Harvard Cross Country Teams Dominate The Ivy League Championships as Men’s Team Brings Home First Title in 54 Years, on The Harvard CrimsonThe Ivy League Cross Country Championships were held over the weekend in Attleboro, Mass., and in its first postseason meet, Harvard cross country did superbly. The women’s team placed third and got a handful of new personal records in the process. The men’s team commanded its race, becoming the first Crimson men’s team to win the Ivy League since 1972 while scoring the fewest points at the meet since 1994.
Cape Cod Times7 hours ago
Cape and Islands teams learn MIAA volleyball tournament seeds, on Cape Cod TimesThe MIAA volleyball tournament brackets are out, with several Cape and Islands teams competing for state titles.
The Sun Chronicle7 hours ago
MIAA tournament volleyball brackets released, on The Sun ChronicleThe MIAA released the tournament brackets for the 2026 volleyball season on Tuesday afternoon, showing the road to a state title for teams across five divisions
EastBayRI.com8 hours ago
Community Orchestra’s season debut is Sunday, on EastBayRI.comThe Narragansett Bay Symphony Community Orchestra performs its season opener concert this Sunday, Nov. 8. The 2026-2027 season marks the orchestra’s 20th concert year, a major milestone for Rhode …
WLNE-TV8 hours ago
Voters seeking change find lines in Southern New England, on WLNE-TVTuesday is shaping up to already be a historic midterm election as polling places see early morning long lines.
EastBayRI.com8 hours ago
Saturday concert at Four Corners, on EastBayRI.comThe Atwater-Donnelly Trio performs a unique blend of traditional American and Celtic folk music and percussive dance this Saturday in Tiverton. Rhode Islanders Elwood Donnelly, Aubrey Atwater, and …
Providence Business News8 hours ago
Graduate Hotel Providence listed for auction, on Providence Business NewsPROVIDENCE – The Graduate Hotel Providence is going up for auction. The hotel, formerly known as the Biltmore, will be sold to the highest bidder on Jan. 20 in New York City, according to a public sale notice published on Oct. 25. The property, which is owned by AJ Capital and operated by Hilton Worldwide […]
The Sun Chronicle8 hours ago
MIAA finalizes field hockey tournament seedings, pairings, on The Sun ChronicleWarwickPost.com8 hours ago
Possible Warwick Rabies Exposure Reported Nov. 1, on WarwickPost.comWARWICK, RI — The RI Department of Health (RIDOH) reports that a person in the Payton Avenue area of Warwick started rabies treatment Nov. 1 after being bitten or scratched
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Election DayIf you're not sure where to vote today, you can look up your polling place and sample ballot online by entering your voter information.
If you're not sure where to vote today, you can look up your polling place and sample ballot online by entering your voter information. WPRI reports good turnout so far in early voting and mail-in ballots in Rhode Island and Massachusetts.
Around Rhode Island · Today’s editionSource: WPRI.com
FriarsProvidence College opened its season Monday with an 83-56 win over Maine, the first game under head coach Bryan Hodgson.
Providence College opened its season Monday with an 83-56 win over Maine, the first game under head coach Bryan Hodgson. Jacob Bannarbie led with 14 points, and five Friars scored in double figures. Next up is Nebraska at Mohegan Sun at 6 p.m.
Around Rhode Island · Today’s editionSources: WPRI.com, The Providence Journal
Gas pricesThe average price of regular unleaded in Rhode Island dropped 4 cents from a week ago to $4.11 a gallon, AAA Northeast said Monday.
The average price of regular unleaded in Rhode Island dropped 4 cents from a week ago to $4.11 a gallon, AAA Northeast said Monday. That's 5 cents lower than the national average and $1.19 more than a year ago.
Around Rhode Island · Today’s editionSource: Providence Business News
RabiesThe Health Department is urging Warwick residents to be cautious after someone near Payton Avenue was bitten or scratched by a possibly rabid raccoon that wasn't captured.
The Health Department is urging Warwick residents to be cautious after someone near Payton Avenue was bitten or scratched by a possibly rabid raccoon that wasn't captured. The department has identified 46 rabid wild animals so far this year.
Around Rhode Island · Today’s editionSource: WPRI.com
WeldingSenesco Marine in North Kingstown and the Community College of Rhode Island now offer a free welding training program.
Senesco Marine in North Kingstown and the Community College of Rhode Island now offer a free welding training program. It was created in response to a $78.6 million contract to build a 75-car, 400-passenger diesel-hybrid electric ferry for the Delaware River and Bay Authority.
Around Rhode Island · Today’s editionSources: WPRI.com, WLNE-TV