SMITHFIELD, R.I. (AP) — Antwan Walker’s 20 points helped Bryant defeat New Hampshire 70-46 on Saturday. Walker also contributed 10 rebounds for the Bulldogs (15-8, 6-4 America East Conference). Charles […]
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Posted inCity & Government
Democrats set to shake up start of 2024 presidential primary
By WILL WEISSERT Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — The Democratic Party on Saturday approved the reordering of its 2024 presidential primary, replacing Iowa with South Carolina in the leadoff spot as […]
Posted inRhode Island
Lilly scores 23 as Brown knocks off Dartmouth 73-61
HANOVER, N.H. (AP) — Kino Lilly Jr. had 23 points and Brown beat Dartmouth 73-61 on Friday night. Lilly was 8 of 12 shooting (5 for 9 from distance) for […]
Posted inConnecticut
New England knows winter, but why so dangerously cold?
By DAVID SHARP Associated Press PORTLAND, Maine (AP) — New Englanders are used to cold temperatures, but a combination of extreme cold accompanied by powerful winds is downright dangerous, and […]
Posted inHealth & Fitness
Eye drops recalled after US drug-resistant bacteria outbreak
By MIKE STOBBE AP Medical Writer NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. health officials said Thursday a company is recalling its over-the-counter eye drops that have been linked to an outbreak […]
Posted inMassachusetts
AP PHOTOS: Big moments in Tom Brady’s 23-year NFL career
From the moment Tom Brady took over as the starting quarterback in New England through both of his retirements, Associated Press photographers have captured his 23-year NFL career including the game […]
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Pavel Zacha scores twice as Bruins beat Maple Leafs 5-2
TORONTO (AP) — The Toronto Maple Leafs feel like they can keep up with the NHL-leading Boston Bruins. They just need to do it for three consecutive periods. Pavel Zacha […]
Posted inRhode Island
Juhasz, Muhl lead No. 5 UConn over Providence 64-54
By BRENDAN McGAIR Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Dorka Juhasz had 19 points and 17 rebounds and Nika Muhl added 14 points as No. 5 UConn held off Providence […]
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No. 16 Xavier beats No. 17 Providence 85-83 in OT thriller
By JEFF WALLNER Associated Press CINCINNATI (AP) — Jack Nunge had 23 points and 14 rebounds as No. 16 Xavier held off No. 17 Providence 85-83 in an overtime thriller […]
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Timberlake scores 18 as Bryant knocks off Maine 71-53
SMITHFIELD, R.I. (AP) — Earl Timberlake had 18 points in Bryant’s 71-53 victory against Maine on Wednesday night. Timberlake had 14 rebounds and five assists for the Bulldogs (14-8, 5-4 […]
Posted inMassachusetts
Reaction to Tom Brady announcing his retirement for 2nd time
Reaction from social media and elsewhere poured in after Tom Brady announced his retirement on Wednesday for the second time. Brady won seven Super Bowls and set numerous passing records […]
Posted inMassachusetts
Tom Brady retires at 45, insisting this time it’s ‘for good’
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — This time, Tom Brady says he’s done for good. The seven-time Super Bowl winner with New England and Tampa Bay announced his retirement from the NFL […]
Posted inRhode Island
1 current, 1 former officer face union embezzlement charges
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — One current and one former Rhode Island police officer are facing charges related to the alleged embezzlement and misuse of police union funds, the state attorney […]
Posted inArts & Entertainment
Boston Symphony announces lineup for 2023 Tanglewood season
LENOX, Mass. (AP) — There will be something for everyone at Tanglewood this summer, from traditional performances by the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops to shows featuring dozens […]
Posted inConnecticut
Connecticut may exonerate accused witches centuries later
By SUSAN HAIGH Associated Press HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Decades before the infamous Salem witch trials in Massachusetts, Alse Young was killed at the gallows in Connecticut, becoming the first person on […]
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Massachusetts kicks off sports betting ahead of Super Bowl
By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts sports fans who want to wager on their favorite teams are finally getting their chance as the state kicks off sports […]
Posted inRhode Island
State reaches lead abatement agreements with 4 landlords
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — The owners of four Rhode Island lead-contaminated properties have agreed to fix the problems and pay fines that combined total more than $700,00 in value, the […]
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Marlins acquire reliever Matt Barnes in trade with Red Sox
MIAMI (AP) — The Miami Marlins acquired reliever Matt Barnes in a trade with the Boston Red Sox on Monday. Miami sent left-hander Richard Bleier to Boston for Barnes, and […]
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Joe Mazzulla, Celtics staff will coach at NBA All-Star Game
By TIM REYNOLDS AP Basketball Writer Joe Mazzulla started the season as an assistant coach. He then became interim head coach of the Boston Celtics, in a most unexpected way. […]
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Man charged with killing mom at sea seeks grand jury minutes
By LISA RATHKE Associated Press The man charged with killing his mother at sea during a 2016 fishing trip off the coast of New England is asking for minutes from the grand […]
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Aho scores again, Hurricanes beat Bruins 4-1
By BOB SUTTON Associated Press RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) — Sebastian Aho scored a goal for the fourth straight game and the Carolina Hurricanes beat the Boston Bruins 4-1 on Sunday […]
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Bynum leads No. 23 Providence past Villanova 70-65
By AARON BRACY Associated Press PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Jared Bynum scored 17 of his 19 points after halftime and hit a key jumper and two free throws late to help […]
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Guilty verdict in 2013 killing of Vietnam vet out for a run
WARWICK, R.I. (AP) — The man charged with killing a 66-year-old Vietnam veteran and retired postal worker who was out for his morning run in a Rhode Island park nearly […]
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Hedman lifts Lightning over Bruins for 11th straight at home
By JOHN KREISER Associated Press TAMPA, Fla. (AP) — Victor Hedman scored the go-ahead goal with 6:31 remaining and the Tampa Bay Lightning tied a team record with their 11th […]
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Rhode Island officer acquitted in shooting of teenager
WARWICK, R.I. (AP) — A Rhode Island police officer who was off duty and out of uniform when he shot the 18-year-old driver of a car he had witnessed speeding past him […]
