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The oldest town in Rhode Island played an important role in the country's early history

This story was updated because an earlier version included an inaccurate headline." As Rhode Island's capital, Providence is well-known as the state's hub for food, arts and entertainment, but it's also the state's oldest town.

The Boston Globe · 17h

Former Patriots player charged with assault on 82-year-old man in Rhode Island gym

Patrick Pass, 46, was charged with assault on a person over 60 causing personal injury and disorderly conduct.

Boston.com on MSN · 1d

Former Patriots player accused of assaulting 82-year-old man at R.I. gym

Patrick Pass played seven seasons with New England. The post Former Patriots player accused of assaulting 82-year-old man at R.I. gym appeared first on Boston.com.

Fed Makes a Large Rate Cut and Forecasts More to Come

The Boston Globe · 1d

The Fed just cut rates. Here is what it means for Rhode Island

The US central bank slashed borrowing costs for the first time in four years, which experts said could help stabilize the state’s labor market.

ABC6 · 1h

Rhode Island police departments to receive federal grants

Several local police departments will soon have more backup and additional federal resources to crack down on drug trafficking.

USA TODAY on MSN · 1d

Fed goes with half-point interest rate cut. What that means.

In the end, the Fed decided to go big. The Federal Reserve lowered its key interest rate by a hefty half percentage point Wednesday, moving ahead with its first rate cut in four years and cheering markets that expected an emphatic move amid a softening jobs picture.

What happens to Rhode Island’s economy if Hasbro moves to Boston?

In spite of red flags, local leaders were not aware the toy maker was considering relocating. “What will this mean for ...

The oldest town in Rhode Island is not what you would think

Providence was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, making it nearly 400 years old. According to the National Parks Service ...

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How Rhode Island’s Biggest Movie Showcase Became the “Fyre of Film Festivals”

While screening theaters didn’t look quite like this, the award for most chaotic film festival goes to … RIIFF! Adobe Stock ...

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Rhode Island's State Shellfish Is the Secret Ingredient for Clear Clam Chowder

Quahog is a shortening of poquauhock, which is what the Narragansett tribe called the valuable mollusk. The Rhode Island ...

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Rhode Island Congressional District 1: Meet the candidates

If it feels like we just had an election for CD1, it's because we did: Rep. Gabe Amo won the 2023 special election to replace ...

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What's in the Rhode Island Building at the Big E Fair? Plenty of these Rhody favorites

That's where you can enjoy the best that each state has to offer, with a short walk between buildings. You can have maple ...

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Rhode Island high school football Week 2 schedules, scores and stats

Fantasy football analyst Dalton Del Don dives into some of the most deceiving stats through two weeks of the NFL season. The ...

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Community Focus: Christie Smith with the Rhode Island Veterinary Access to Care Coalition

Christie Smith with the brand new Rhode Island Veterinary Access to Care Coalition (RIVACC) joined 12 News at 4 to talk about ...

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All About the Rhode Island Data Transparency and Privacy Protection Act (RIDTPPA)

Starting January 1, 2026, businesses operating in Rhode Island will need to comply with the Rhode Island Data Transparency ...

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Jennifer Hawkins of ONE Neighborhood Builders on Rhode Island’s housing crisis, Hasbro’s possible move and what’s next

Rhode Island’s housing crisis is a tough nut to crack. Even though hundreds of millions of dollars have been allocated to promote new housing, progress has been slow and the cost of housing keeps ...

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