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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...
In Rhode Island, a partnership brings STEM lessons to life
The University of Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
Key points: Sixth grade science lessons at Governor Christopher DelSesto Middle School in Providence were more interactive this year thanks to a partnership with the University of Rhode Island’s Graduate School of Oceanography. The pilot program,...
Rhode Island Strengthens Laws to Protect Public Shoreline Access
Newport Buzz - Rhode Island
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June 30, 2025
Rhode Island lawmakers are drawing a hard line at the water’s edge. A pair of bills sponsored by Sen. Victoria Gu, Rep. Terri Cortvriend, and Rep. Kathleen Fogarty aimed at protecting the public’s right to access the state’s shoreline were signed...
Once known as 'Dirty Myrtle,' Myrtle Beach is now the fastest-growing U.S. metro for seniors
The Item - South Carolina
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By MIKE SCHNEIDER Associated Press A South Carolina beach town once nicknamed "Dirty Myrtle" because of its rowdy nightclubs and strip joints has become a magnet for retirees in a nation that continues to age. The number of residents age 65 years...
Wickford Art Festival set to brighten up Southern RI this weekend
Independent - Rhode Island
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NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — The Wickford Art Festival is returning to Southern Rhode Island this weekend for its 62nd year, promising to bring high quality handmade crafts, community bonding and summertime charm to all art lovers. The festival takes...
Fall River creating another city pier along Taunton River waterfront
Fall River Herald News - Massachusetts
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At a June 7 Conservation Commission meeting, plans to turn Northfield Point into a recreational space were given the OK, with some conditions. Northfield Point is owned by the Fall River Redevelopment Authority and is located west of Point Gloria...
49ers Star’s Wife Needs Just 3-Word for Christian McCaffrey and Olivia Culpo 4th of July Update
Essentially Sports
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July 10, 2025
“I feel like we have a lot in common. We share the same experiences every week during the season. Claire and Kristin are my lifelines a lot of the time. We lean on each other on a daily basis and I really appreciate them.” Christian McCaffrey’s...
Artists are attracted to this Rhode Island river for its beauty CHRONICLE
WCVB Channel 5 Boston - Massachusetts
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June 30, 2025
Rhode Island's Narrow River has long attracted artists for its beauty With different habitats and landscapes, artist Pati Sylvia has yet to run out of new sceneries to paint NO SURPRISE THAT THE NARROW RIVER HAS LONG ATTRACTED ARTISTS. IT HAS SO...
Summer fun lines Rhode Island's Narrow River CHRONICLE
WCVB Channel 5 Boston - Massachusetts
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June 30, 2025
Along Rhode Island's Narrow River, activities are plentiful Whether you're a history fanatic, a seafood lover, or a sports fan, the south coast of Rhode Island boasts activities of all kinds SETTLER HISTORY ARE EVERYWHERE ALONG THE NARROW RIVER AT...
TRAVEL SOFTBALL REPORT: Former La Mirada standout helps Team Mexico win the TCS International Challenge
Los Cerritos Community Newspaper - California
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July 3, 2025
Recent La Mirada High graduate Angelyna Conde poses with the Triple Crown Sports International Challenge Silver Bracket Championship trophy after Team Mexico defeated Team Israel 8-5 this past Sunday in Westminster, CO. July 3, 2025 By Loren Kopff...
Toll Gate High School Top Ten
Warwick Beacon - Rhode Island
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Name: Joshua Maynard Rank in Class: 1 Future Plans (education): Political Science at Brown University Future Plans (career): Public policy High school activities and any positions held: Vice President of class (Freshman, Sophomore, Senior);...
Where to see fireworks in Rhode Island this 4th of July
Newport Daily News - Rhode Island
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As June comes to an end, the country is preparing to celebrate the Fourth of July, and many towns in Rhode Island are preparing special fireworks shows, parades, concerts and more to celebrate the holiday. From the historic month-long celebration...
Travelers hit the road early for Fourth of July weekend
WFSB 3 - Connecticut
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July 3, 2025
BRANFORD, Conn. (WFSB) - Travelers are extending their holiday weekend by hitting the road early as Independence Days falls on a Friday. Drivers began their journeys Thursday morning, hoping to avoid the expected holiday traffic. Scott Sepsy and...
31 Fun Things to Do in Rhode Island This July
Rhode Island Monthly
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July 1, 2025
FEATURED Courtesy of Go Providence LIGHT UP THE NIGHT: WaterFire Lightings ONGOING As the sun sets on the Creative Capital this summer, feel the warmth of the partial and full lightings, which feature flaming braziers from Waterplace Park all the...
A golfer’s guide to Rhode Island’s newest nine-hole course
The Boston Globe - Massachusetts
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My two takeaways are entirely selfish: 1) I love this course so much that I almost don’t want anyone else to know that it exists. I walked nine holes in less than 90 minutes. 2) I’m all for developing more housing, but I kind of wish they built 18...
Red, White, and a Whole Lotta Blue – Buy Your Rhode Island State Beach Parking Pass Before the 4th
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
With the Fourth of July weekend just around the corner, Rhode Island’s beautiful state beaches are gearing up for a wave of visitors. The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is reminding beachgoers to grab their 2025 state...
13 Tornadoes Hit Bristol County — Here’s When and Where
1420 WBSM - Massachusetts
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July 10, 2025
NOAA has recorded 200 tornadoes in Massachusetts since 1951. Thirteen twisters occurred in Bristol County, with several reported in New Bedford. TornadoPath.com stated Bristol County tornadoes caused a reported combined $2.7 million in damage....
Let Freedom Ring: 4th of July Fireworks & Celebrations in Rhode Island 2025 (UPDATES)
RI News Today - Rhode Island
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July 1, 2025
Firework schedule – * keep checking back as we add and modify due to weather, etc: Where to watch fireworks in RI and nearby Attleboro July 3rd – 9pm – Hayward Field – Laser Show & Fireworks Bellingham July 4th – 6pm – Bellingham High School –...