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Category: Rhode Island

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Counties with highest COVID-19 infection rates in Rhode Island

by Stacker May 5, 2022May 5, 2022
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Ticket Giveaway: Barry Goudreau’s Engine Room to play Courthouse Center Friday, May 6

by Ken Abrams May 5, 2022May 5, 2022
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Westerly/Wakefield homeless shelters combine

by Frank Prosnitz May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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New Englanders support more offshore wind power – just don’t send it to New York

by The Conversation May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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Rhode Island Supreme Court decision upholds abortion law

by The Associated Press May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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DEM hiring Lifeguards, Park Rangers, Facilities Attendants, and more to staff State Beaches and Parks

by Community Submission May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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Event marking the 250th anniversary of the Gaspee Affair will include an announcement regarding the search for the HMS Gaspee

by Ryan Belmore May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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After another strong quarter, CVS raises outlook for 2022

by Ryan Belmore May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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This Day in RI History: May 4, 1776 – Rhode Island declares independence from Great Britain

by Ken Abrams May 4, 2022May 4, 2022
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Gorbea, Segal weigh in on likelihood Supreme Court overturns Roe v. Wade

by Frank Prosnitz May 3, 2022May 4, 2022
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The Peach Truck is coming to Rhode Island in July

by Ryan Belmore May 3, 2022May 3, 2022
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Comic – Sour Grapes: Hunch

by Tim Jones May 3, 2022May 3, 2022
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Sen. Valverde, Rep. Cassar: Supreme Court leak confirms imminent threat to reproductive health care rights 

by Community Submission May 3, 2022May 3, 2022
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How gas prices have changed in Rhode Island in the last week

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Editor’s Note – World Press Freedom Day: Why independence matters

by Ryan Belmore May 3, 2022May 3, 2022
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DEM to hold public hearing on proposed hunting and trapping seasons and bag limits

by Community Submission May 2, 2022May 2, 2022
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Governor McKee, Amos House announce landlord challenge to rapidly re-house Rhode Islanders experiencing homelessness

by Community Submission May 2, 2022May 2, 2022
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CCRI named a finalist in Lumina Foundation’s The Million Dollar Community College Challenge

by Community Submission May 2, 2022May 2, 2022
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This Day in RI History: May 2, 2013 – Same-Sex marriage legalized in Rhode Island

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Most popular girl names in the 70s in Rhode Island

by Stacker May 1, 2022May 2, 2022
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National Small Business Week takes place May 1 – 7, here’s what’s on tap through the SBA

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Counties with the highest COVID-19 vaccination rate in Rhode Island

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2022 Newport Folk Festival Lineup Announcement – Courtney Barnett will perform on July 22

2022 Newport Folk Festival Lineup Announcement – Courtney Barnett will perform on July 22

The sold-out 2022 Newport Folk Festival will take place at Fort Adams State Park Friday, July 22, Saturday, July 23, and Sunday, July 24.
Common Fence Music renamed ‘Newport Live’ – Summer concert series begins June 10 with Kyshona

Common Fence Music renamed ‘Newport Live’ – Summer concert series begins June 10 with Kyshona

Shows at Norman Bird Sanctuary include Kyshona, Mark Erelli and The Suitcase Junket
Kristin Hersh to play City Winery Boston May 30

Kristin Hersh to play City Winery Boston May 30

Throwing Muses co-founder and Newport native to be joined by Fred Abong

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Hammetts Hotel launches $50,000 Newport Bermuda Race Package

Hammetts Hotel launches $50,000 Newport Bermuda Race Package

Hammetts Hotel today announces the launch of its exclusive Newport Bermuda Race Package, including race day seats on a Hinckley yacht and a stay in Newport and Bermuda to celebrate the upcoming 2022 race.
What’s Up This Weekend: May 20 – 22

What’s Up This Weekend: May 20 – 22

Newport Oyster & Chowder Festival, Cinderella, Elliot’s Ride For Everyone, MWR Car Show, and more.
Celtics’ White to miss Game 2, heads home for child’s birth

Celtics’ White to miss Game 2, heads home for child’s birth

Marcus Smart is hoping to play. Al Horford is trying to return. And Derrick White headed home early, for a very good reason.

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Ragged Island Brewing Company will host grand opening on May 19

Ragged Island Brewing Company will host grand opening on May 19

Ragged Island Brewing Company will be open 7 days a week, beginning Thursday, May 19.
Newport Yacht Club will host Vessel Safety Checks and No Discharge Inspections on May 21 – 22

Newport Yacht Club will host Vessel Safety Checks and No Discharge Inspections on May 21 – 22

Space is limited.
Concert to benefit Jamestown Ukraine Relief Project coming to Central Baptist Church May 20

Concert to benefit Jamestown Ukraine Relief Project coming to Central Baptist Church May 20

Performers include Ed McGuirl, Jesse Humphrey and Home Brew

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