An estimated 22,000 people in Rhode Island over age 65 have Alzheimer’s, according to estimates released by the Alzheimer’s Association in 2023. Alzheimer’s disease afflicts an estimated 6.7 million Americans, and that number is only growing. Medical professionals believe the volume of diagnoses could double by 2060 if there isn’t a breakthrough in prevention—or a […]
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Yelp: Best restaurants for 11 cuisines in Providence
America is often described as a melting pot—a place where different cultures have come together over the centuries to form a new set of customs while maintaining the ones their ancestors have long held dear. For a lot of cultures, a major part of their identity is food. Walk down any main street in the […]
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Most common domestic destinations from Rhode Island TF Green International Airport
Air travel looks very different now than it did just a few years ago when the coronavirus pandemic grounded folks around the world, putting a halt to travel for both leisure and business. In 2020, passenger traffic on U.S. airlines was at its lowest since the mid-1980s, with just 369 million passengers. In 2021, the […]
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Meet the cast of Moulin Rouge! – Playing PPAC through December 31
Looking for some vacation week fun or a last-minute Christmas gift? Look no further than the Tony Award-winning musical Moulin Rouge!, playing at the Providence Performing Arts Center through December 31. Tickets are still available here for most performances of the stage show, based on Baz Luhrmann’s iconic 2001 film which starred Nicole Kidman and […]
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Kim English, like Ed Cooley before him, sends No. 6 Marquette to a loss in Providence
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Kim English, like Ed Cooley before him, sent Shaka Smart and No. 6 Marquette home from Providence with a loss. Devin Carter had 22 points and eight rebounds to lead the Friars to a 72-57 victory Tuesday night — the third time in five seasons the unranked Friars have beaten a […]
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Food bank volunteer opportunities near Providence
Last year, 1 out of every 6 people in the United States looked to food banks and food pantries for support, according to a 2023 report from Feeding America. The end of COVID-era government assistance programs and the rising cost of groceries due to inflation have many Americans facing food insecurity. According to a 2023 […]
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Coat drives near Providence
For the first time since 2010, the poverty rate in America shot up dramatically in 2022, according to data from the Census Bureau. That means more Americans can’t afford basic needs like food, clothing, shelter, and utilities than has been the case in more than a decade. But the situation isn’t just affecting Americans living […]
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Counties with the highest unemployment in Rhode Island
While today’s unemployment rates are significantly lower than the COVID-19 pandemic peak of 14.7% experienced in April 2020, the fear of job losses remains as workers stare down an uncertain economic future. Experts are mixed in their views of a potential recession. The return of student loan payments, continually high gas prices, persistent inflation, and […]
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Counties in Rhode Island with more precipitation over the past year than average
During the past winter, parts of California experienced massive amounts of rain and snow. Though it momentarily eased the frequent drought periods that had been affecting the state, the surge in rainfall flooded roads, knocked out power, and broke levees. Fueled by multiple converging atmospheric rivers, the state’s infrastructure was not able to capture all […]
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Best counties to raise a family in Rhode Island
For people looking to find a home to raise a family in, choosing a county is an important decision. Most families place affordable homes, safe neighborhoods, a quality school system, and family-friendly activities at the top of their wish lists. Stacker compiled a list of the best counties to raise a family in Rhode Island […]
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The biggest health care data breaches you should know about in Rhode Island
It starts with an often-paralyzing attack on computer systems. Doctors scramble to notify patients awaiting surgery that their procedures have been delayed due to a ransomware attack. Sometimes a single cyberattack can impact hospitals across multiple states, as was the case when hackers targeted CommonSpirit Health in October 2022. Just one reported case of ransomware […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Providence metro area
It goes without saying that the coronavirus pandemic sparked a wave of uncertainty across myriad industries, and no other market has quite felt its impact like that of real estate. The pandemic became a driving force behind the continued real estate boom, with high demand for vacation homes and a limited supply of housing that […]
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Counties with the highest cancer rates in Rhode Island
Several factors contribute to cancer rates, from personal habits and genetics to air pollution or groundwater quality in a given area. People experiencing social, economic, or environmental disadvantages are disproportionately affected by high cancer rates in certain regions—including access or barriers to early screening and care. Cancer rates also fluctuate by jobs: Higher rates of […]
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The top careers hiring for AI skills in Rhode Island, according to job postings
The fastest-growing jobs today are driven by technology—and, increasingly, artificial intelligence. For example, AI and machine learning specialists top the list of fastest-growing roles, according to a 2023 World Economic Forum survey of the world’s largest companies. Rising demand for AI-related jobs coincides with the introduction of generative AI and ChatGPT. These tools take prompts […]
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Counties with the most bridges in dire need of repair in Rhode Island
One in three U.S. bridges is in need of repair or replacement, according to data from the American Road & Transportation Builders Association, including 29% of interstate bridges. The cost to make these repairs is estimated to be in excess of $54 billion. Stacker investigated which counties in Rhode Island have the most bridges in […]
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Potatoes, beef steaks, and other groceries that rose in price in the Northeast last month
After more than a year of historical inflation, grocery prices are staying steady. Grocery prices fell in March and April for the first time since September 2020 but changed little in May at a 0.2% increase. The drop in recent months was largely fueled by decreases in eggs—which had previously risen dramatically over a short […]
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Eggs, cheddar cheese, and other groceries that dropped in price in the Northeast last month
Grocery shoppers felt a slight reprieve this spring as grocery prices finally fell, after a run of increases spanning back to September 2020. Grocery prices remained relatively unchanged in May at a 0.2% increase, following two consecutive months of decreases, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data. It certainly didn’t undo the two years of […]
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The best beach towns in Rhode Island
Summer vacation has already begun for some across the U.S., and if Memorial Day is any indication, travelers should expect a busy summer season in 2023. That weekend, largely considered the unofficial start of summer, the Transportation Security Administration screened 9.79 million people, surpassing pre-pandemic levels. And half of Americans say they will take a […]
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Biggest tornadoes in Rhode Island of the past decade
Of the 1,600-plus tornadoes that happen around the world each year, the vast majority occur in the United States. A large part of the central U.S.—dubbed Tornado Alley—has become famous for its high number of annual tornadoes; however, even though it has been enshrined in films like “The Wizard of Oz” and “Twister,” the storms […]
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Zip codes donating the most money to Donald Trump in Rhode Island
In November of last year, former President Donald Trump announced his plans to run for president again in 2024. Despite potential complications presented by his indictment over falsifying business records in March and a jury finding him liable for defamation and sexual abuse in civil court in May, Trump has not announced any changes to […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in the Providence metro area
Purchasing a home is one of the most important investments there is. More than a place to live,homeownership is an asset with the potential to tremendously rise in value. But with home prices reaching record heights, affordabilityplays a huge role for buyers. High mortgage rates are also making monthly payments more expensive; as of May […]
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Counties with the worst droughts in Rhode Island
Over a fourth of the continental U.S. is currently experiencing moderate to exceptional drought, according to the U.S. Drought Monitor. While severe to exceptional drought conditions persist in the West—which is currently experiencing a brief reprieve from its driest period of the last 1,200 years—other parts of the country less associated with drought, like the […]
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Cities with the worst commute in Rhode Island
When the COVID-19 pandemic made millions of Americans remote workers, it also abruptly ended many of the commutes that bookend the workday. As some of those workers return to the office, conversations around the drawbacks of commutes have become more intense. For a while, those workers enjoyed more time in the morning and evening that […]
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Best public high schools in Rhode Island
As filmmaker and writer Nora Ephron said during a ’96 commencement address at Wellesley College, “Your education is a dress rehearsal for a life that is yours to lead.” If that’s the case, high school may be one of the greatest dress rehearsals of all. It’s a place where students explore their interests, dive into […]
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Rhode Island has 1 billionaire, see who they are
The first billionaire ever is thought to be Standard Oil magnate John D. Rockefeller back in 1916, or perhaps Henry Ford in 1925. Fast forward some 100 years to 2021: As the COVID-19 pandemic continued to rage, a record-breaking 660 people became billionaires globally, growing the previous year’s number by 30%. While the U.S. is […]