The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
As Christmas nears, drivers are seeing gasoline prices at the pump lower than they have in several years. The national average is about a nickel per gallon cheaper than the same time a year ago, and well under levels seen in the three years prior. AAA data shows the national average has yet to fall […]
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20 iconic Christmas movie foods ranked according to nutrition
Traditions are a big part of what makes the holidays special, from decorating the tree to rewatching your favorite Christmas movies. But have you ever considered leveling up the holiday season by enjoying the foods featured in those iconic films? If this sounds like a fun way to spice up the season, you may be […]
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US electric vehicle infrastructure has tripled in 5 years. Here’s how Rhode Island compares
Car buyers who are weary of electric vehicles often share the same concern: “What if I run out of juice and there’s nowhere to charge my car?” That was a fair question in 2007. At the time, there were only 139 public EV charging stations. But in the years since, public and private entities have […]
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Most expensive homes for sale in Providence
Stacker compiled a list of the most expensive homes in Providence listed for sale on realtor.com. Homes are ranked by price with ties broken by price per square foot. You may also like: Most common restaurant cuisines in Providence #30. 100 Fountain St Unit 2B, Providence – Price: $799,000- 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms- Square […]
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How Rhode Island is spending federal infrastructure dollars
Deadly collapses of structures like Baltimore’s Francis Scott Key Bridge and an elevated section of Interstate 95 in Philadelphia are dramatic examples of American infrastructure failures. But millions more Americans are affected daily by dated and deteriorating structures across the country. Americans make 178 million daily trips across structurally deficient bridges. Up to 10 million […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Cities with the most UFO sightings in Rhode Island
When pilot Kenneth Arnold took off from Chehalis, Washington, in his single-engine airplane one afternoon in June 1947, he was looking for a lost military aircraft that had crashed. But what he found was something completely different—something that would set off a cultural obsession in the U.S. that persists today. While flying around Mount Rainier, […]
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How Rhode Island compares to other states in public school funding
National Education Month is not only a great time to honor the important work of teachers and school staff but also to assess how states invest in public education. Research from the Public Policy Institute of California shows that “increases in spending lead to improved student outcomes, ranging from test scores, to graduation, to college […]
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Cities with the most expensive homes in Rhode Island
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, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,385 in […]
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Thanksgiving food and drink trends revealed by national poll, online ordering data
As the air turns crisp and the anticipation of holiday gatherings begins, it’s time to rediscover the foods and festivities that define the season. According to a recent Instacart survey of over 2,000 U.S. adults by The Harris Poll, a hearty 89% plan to celebrate Thanksgiving. This report explores the trends surrounding Thanksgiving using Instacart […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in Rhode Island
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $360,385 in October, 2.4% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, […]
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How Rhode Island’s decreasing gasoline sales compare nationwide
Daily gasoline consumption in Rhode Island has fallen by 150,200 gallons over the past five years, Energy Information Administration data shows. Residents of Rhode Island purchased 1.6 million gallons of gas daily in 2021—the latest state-level data available—totaling about 1.5 gallons per person. This marks a 8.6% decrease since 2016, compared to a 5.7% decrease […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
Posted inArts & Culture
Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
Gasoline prices have tumbled several cents over the past week despite the natural disasters in the Southeastern U.S. and crises abroad in the Middle East. Relatively low gas prices this close to the presidential election could spell good news—or at least not bad news—for the incumbent party’s candidate, Vice President Kamala Harris. And there are […]
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Cities with the fastest-growing home prices in the Providence metro area
The real estate frenzy spurred by the coronavirus pandemic continues, though at a slower pace. Buyers are still competing for a limited supply of housing, driving up prices for affordable properties. The typical home value in the United States was $360,999 in September, 2.4% higher than the year before. Increasing mortgage rates have slowed growth, […]
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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, affordability plays a huge role for buyers. The typical home value in the United States was $360,999 in […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
The average cost for drivers to fill up at the gas station is falling slightly nationwide following a slight uptick influenced by broadening conflict in the Middle East and Hurricane Milton. A gallon of gasoline is about 2 cents less on average this week compared to last and almost 40 cents lower than one year […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week
The average cost for a gallon of gasoline in the U.S. remains at levels comparable to 2021 before inflation took off, though it has risen slightly as Floridians begin recovering from Hurricane Milton. The storm that hit land as a Category 3 hurricane caused runs on gas stations, depleting gas for many and complicating evacuation […]
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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]
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Where refugees in Rhode Island are arriving from
During the past five decades, the U.S. has resettled over 3 million refugees, making it one of the leading countries for finding new homes for people fleeing violence, persecution, and war. In 2021, then-President Donald Trump lowered the annual cap of refugees that could be admitted into the country to 15,000. Even as the Biden […]
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Gas prices dip below $3 per gallon in Rhode Island
Gas prices remain at their lowest level in years, on average, as more states are seeing prices below $3 per gallon. “Despite the threat of war and a hurricane season that is still percolating, domestic gasoline prices are edging lower,” AAA spokesperson Andrew Gross said in a statement. Analysts are watching for potential impacts on […]