Category Archives: Local News
Environmentalists oppose $10M solar project in Cranston
WPRO News and the Associated Press Several environmentalists say a proposed solar farm in Cranston flies in the face of a city plan that calls for the preservation of open space and agricultural land....
Oct 16, 2015
A Storm is brewin’ in Newport
Patrons can sample beer and rum at Newport Storm’s Visitors Center. Photo by Andrew Augustus, WPRO News Andrew Augustus, WPRO News Since 1999, Newport Storm has been brewing up flavors for beer ...
Oct 16, 2015
Fall River considers pitching city to PawSox
By Sam Wroblewski 630wpro.com If the Fall River Chamber of Commerce has its way, the neighboring Massachusetts city could be next candidate make a pitch for the Pawtucket Red Sox. The Fall River Heral...
Oct 16, 2015
The Best Local Halloween Light Displays
Tricks and treats abound at this spooky time of year, and local witches and warlocks have taken to dressing up their homes with ghastly sights, whimsical lights and a handful of frights. Here are our ...
Oct 14, 2015
Providence deliberates closing club after double shooting
The Providence Board of Licenses hears testimony about a double shooting at the Van Gogh Lounge. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News WPRO News, reporting by Steve Klamkin The Providence Board of Licenses...
Oct 14, 2015
Twin River officials reveal plans for Tiverton casino
Image courtesy of TRMG WPRO News and the Associated Press The owners of Twin River casino in Lincoln are proposing to build a casino in Tiverton that resembles the town’s public library, with an...
Oct 14, 2015
Johnston’s law aims to crack down on out-of-town students
WPRO News and the Associated Press Johnston has passed a law to recoup the money it’s spending to educate students from neighboring communities who illegally enroll in the town’s schools. ...
Oct 14, 2015
Valicenti: Cardi’s, Ocean State Job Lot to partner on new store
By Sam Wroblewski 630wpro.com Rhode Island retail powerhouses Cardi's Furniture and Ocean State Job Lot announced they will be teaming up to open a new split storefront off of route 6 in East Wareham ...
Oct 14, 2015
Providence using receivership to clean up blighted properties
Mayor Jorge Elorza is joined by Mateo, 2, Natalia, 10 and Joshua, 7, as he announced an abandoned property initiative. Photo by Steve Klamkin WPRO News By Steve Klamkin WPRO News The City of Providenc...
Oct 13, 2015
Lottery payments to state up during latest fiscal year
WPRO News and the Associated Press The Rhode Island Lottery transferred almost $382 million to the general fund during the latest fiscal year, $5.6 million more than the prior year. Auditor General De...
Oct 12, 2015
