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Rhode Island’s assault weapon ban offers a peek into why such laws are difficult to pass
What's Up Newp - Rhode Island
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July 3, 2025
By KIMBERLEE KRUESI Associated Press PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Passing a new law restricting assault weapons took Rhode Island lawmakers more than 10 years, but it may offer a road map to other states looking to ease the proliferation of such...
Still time to register for the Block Island Tournament
Cranston Herald - Rhode Island
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By CAPT. DAVE MONTI, Special to Beacon Media The expanded Block Island Inshore Fishing Tournament is Saturday, July 26 and Sunday, July 27. You need not attend the awards ceremony on Block Island to enter or win. Fish photos are taken up against a...
Rhode Island prepares for busy Fourth of July weekend at state beaches
Ocean State Today - Rhode Island
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June 30, 2025
Terrence Gray, Director | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest EnvironmentTerrence Gray, Director | Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management Division of Agriculture and Forest...
R.I. man arrested, accused of threatening to kill Donald Trump, Pamela Bondi, Stephen Miller in online post
Boston.com - Massachusetts
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July 9, 2025
Local News By Dialynn Dwyer July 9, 2025 | 7:57 PM 1 minute to read Share Close Send this article to your social connections. Share Send this article to your social connections. A Rhode Island man was arrested Wednesday on charges that he...
ESPN's 50 States Journey: Uniting America Through Sports - The First Stops
Laughing Place
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July 10, 2025
At its foundation, ESPN was anchored in regional sports (specifically the teams of Connecticut), with the aspiration to offer 24/7 sports content. Sports uniquely bonds a community, whether its the jubilant celebrations of victory or in the shared...
Will Taylor Swift celebrate the 4th of July in Rhode Island this year?
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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As Rhode Islanders get ready for Fourth of July weekend, the same questions are on everyone's mind – where and when to catch a fireworks show, how to attend the Bristol parade and whether or not Rhode Island's favorite celebrity homeowner Taylor...
In Rhode Island, women-led ventures are redefining adventure and innovation – Part 2
What's Up Newp - Rhode Island
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July 3, 2025
Welcome to Part 2 of a 2-part Series featuring the voices and origin stories of a few Adventure and Experience Women Entrepreneurs who are making Rhode Island even more fun and exciting for both residents and visitors alike. In WUN “Women Business...
Newport City Council approves kite festival permit despite parking concerns, addresses traffic safety measures
What's Up Newp - Rhode Island
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July 10, 2025
The Newport City Council voted 5-2 Tuesday night to approve a permit for the Newport Kite Festival at Brenton Point State Park on July 12-13, despite strong opposition from Third Ward Councilor David Carlin over unresolved parking problems that...
Former Hasbro CEO Alan Hassenfeld, whose family founded iconic toy maker, dead at 76
New York Post
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July 9, 2025
Alan G. Hassenfeld, a renowned philanthropist and former CEO of iconic toy company Hasbro Inc., the maker of G.I. Joe and Play-Doh, has died. He was 76, according to the toy company. Hasbro, the nation’s second largest toy company behind Mattel...
Inside Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce's off-grid Fourth of July plans at members-only Yellowstone Club
Daily Mail
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July 10, 2025
Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce whisked themselves away for a romantic trip to celebrate the Fourth of July at the members-only Yellowstone Club in Montana. The Grammy winner, 35 - who has recently been spotted enjoying lowkey dates with the NFL...
Millions travel home from Fourth of July holiday weekend
NBC News
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July 6, 2025
IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Search efforts intensify as Texas flood rescues enter critical phase 03:24 Now Playing Millions travel home from Fourth of July holiday weekend 00:39 UP NEXT...
Rhode Island Weather Forecast for July 2, 2025 – Jack Donnelly
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 2, 2025
by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Some showers for the southern part of the state – afternoon looks good – check out those beaches before you go, though. Temps much like yesterday – highs in the 80s, humid, clouds. It’s a “B” day! ___ Follow Jack’s...
Weather cancels some fireworks shows in RI. See list
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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This story has been updated with more information about the weather and what shows are cancelled. Many towns around Rhode Island are kicking off their 4th of July celebrations (and the long weekend) one day early with firework shows on July 3....
Travis Kelce, Taylor Swift’s Summer Holiday Plans Revealed: Report
Heavy.com
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July 10, 2025
Getty Taylor Swift and Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce at the USTA Billie Jean King National Tennis Center in New York City, on September 8, 2024. Before training camp starts, Kansas City Chiefs tight end Travis Kelce and his girlfriend, Taylor...
This Underrated Maine Town Is Set To Be One Of The Most Popular Summer Destinations In The U.S. In 2025
The Travel
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July 9, 2025
When it comes to summer vacation, there are some quintessential destinations that people travel to, like the bucket list beach towns on the Gulf Coast or the national parks you can only visit in summer. However, there are numerous other...
Alan Hassenfeld, whose family founded Hasbro, dies at 76
WJAR - Rhode Island
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NEW YORK (AP) — Alan G. Hassenfeld, a renowned philanthropist and former CEO of iconic toy company Hasbro Inc., the maker of G.I. Joe and Play-Doh, has died. He was 76, according to the Pawtucket-based toymaker. Hasbro, the nation's second largest...
How Rhode Island finally pushed a partial assault weapons ban over the finish line
Tri City Record - New Mexico
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July 3, 2025
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Passing a new law restricting assault weapons took Rhode Island lawmakers more than 10 years, but it may offer a road map to other states looking to ease the proliferation of such firearms. For advocates, the fight is a...
Rhode Island, Mass. members of Congress respond to Senate passage of Trump bill
WLNE - Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The One Big, Beautiful Bill Act passed the United States Senate via a JD Vance tiebreaker vote just after noon Tuesday after a marathon session in Washington, D.C. The domestic cornerstone legislation of President Donald...
Rhode Island health department advises closing pond due to bacteria
Ocean State Today - Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
Peter Alviti, Jr. The Director of RIDOT | Rhode Island Department of Transportation Peter Alviti, Jr. The Director of RIDOT | Rhode Island Department of Transportation The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has advised the closure of the...
University of Rhode Island to reopen West Greenwich campus with state agency's support
WJAR - Rhode Island
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WEST GREENWICH, R.I. (WJAR) — The University of Rhode Island plans to reopen its campus in West Greenwich to the community, with help from a state agency. URI Vice President for Administration and Finance Abby Benson said the Rhode Island...