Sisay Lemma of Ethiopia ran alone for most of the Boston Marathon to win in 2 hours, 6 minutes, 17 seconds. Hellen Obiri repeated as the women’s winner.
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Ethiopia's Sisay Lemma wins Boston Marathon in runaway. Kenya's Hellen Obiri repeats in women's race
Facing hit-and-run charges, Avedisian resigns as RIPTA chief
Scott Avedisian ends speculation about his future following his arrest last month in a hit-and-run rear-end crash at a McDonald’s drive-thru in Warwick. Avedisian submitted a very detailed, two page letter of resignation to Governor Dan McKee.
55 Coast Guard Academy cadets disciplined over homework cheating accusations
Fifty-five U.S. Coast Guard Academy cadets have been disciplined for sharing homework answers in violation of academy policy, Coast Guard officials announced.
Red Sox honor 2004 championship team, Tim Wakefield's family ahead of home opener
The Red Sox marked the anniversary of the 2004 team that “reversed the curse” of 86 years of World Series futility Tuesday with the 2024 home opener at Fenway Park.
Small helicopter crashes into South County pond
By Steve Klamkin WPRO News A small helicopter testing experimental equipment crashed into Worden’s Pond in South Kingstown Tuesday morning, the pilot and a passenger were quickly rescued by a Good Samaritan fisherman as the craft sank to the bottom, police said. Both the pilot and passenger sustained minor injuries. The pilot was treated on…
Arts + Lifestyle
Sorkin’s “To Kill a Mockingbird” Keeps Lee’s Classic Novel Heartbreakingly Relevant
“To Kill a Mockingbird” runs through Feb. 11, 2024, at the Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at ppacri.org or by calling 401.421.2787
Trinity Rep’s “La Broa (Broad Street)’” a Tribute to Rhode Island History
“La Broa’ (Broad Street)” runs through Feb. 8 at the Trinity Repertory Company, 201 Washington St., Providence. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at trinityrep.com or by calling 401.351.4242.
Gamm’s “Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf” an Unflinching Glimpse of Humanity
“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf?” runs through Feb. 18 at the Gamm Theatre, 1245 Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at gammtheatre.org, or by calling 401.723.4266.
“Ain’t Too Proud” at PPAC a Strong Show with Stellar Cast
“Ain’t Too Proud” runs through Jan. 28 at the Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at ppacri.org, or by calling (401) 421-2787.
“Grinch” at PPAC is a Family-friendly Delight
“How the Grinch Stole Christmas – the Musical” runs through Dec. 3 at the Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at ppacri.org or by calling 401.421.2787.
