Olivia Culpo among 9 to join Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame
The Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame said this week that it plans to induct nine new members at a ceremony next month. The ...
Do you have a great Rhode Island accent? The Providence Journal wants to hear it
We want to hear it. For an upcoming story, The Providence Journal is putting together a compilation of notable local accents. If you'd like to participate, please call 401-277-7303 and leave a message ...
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As the Rhode Island State Police turn 100, fighting crime has plenty of similarities
On its 100th anniversary, Rhode Island's state police force looks to the future in a 2020s era that shares some similarities ...
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“A Little Odd, but A Little Amazing”: Adriana Valdez Young and the Secret Mall Apartment
Adriana Valdez discusses the inspiration behind the Secret Mall Apartment, a project she undertook in 2003 to protest unsustainable development in Providence, Rhode Island.
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Despite New Stadium, Pawtucket Is Facing Demolitions and Decay
City Hall in Pawtucket is literally falling apart. It is not, however, the only historic building in the city in peril.
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Rhode Island Hispanic Chamber of Commerce cuts ribbon on new headquarters
"This building stands as a symbol of what can be achieved when we come together with purpose," said Mejias. One of the notable attendees was Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee who was among the ...
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Rhode Island celebrates Saint Joseph’s Day traditions and cuisine
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — Wednesday is Saint Joseph’s Day, a big celebration in Italian culture, and here in Rhode Island, that means one thing: zeppole. Federal Hill bakeries will be buzzing ...
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What we know about a Rhode Island doctor and professor who was deported to Lebanon
Dr. Rasha Alawieh, a doctor and assistant professor with a visa to work in Rhode Island, was deported to her native Lebanon over the weekend despite an ongoing dispute over her detention by ...
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Do you know what the 17 national symbols of India are?
India celebrates 17 national symbols representing its heritage, culture, and values. Key symbols include the Tiranga flag, the Ashoka Chakra emblem, the Jana Gana Mana anthem, and the Vande ...
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Documents shed light on why Rhode Island doctor was detained, deported
A federal judge has postponed a hearing to allow U.S. Customs and Border officials to respond to allegations they “willfully” disobeyed his order not to deport a Rhode Island doctor until he ...
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No need for a compass. Here's why some RI towns have directions in their names
While many of the Ocean State’s regional names are a nod to Narragansett Indian Tribe words, others came from English ...
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'They did nothing to stop her plane': Rhode Island physician deported to Lebanon despite federal court order
The family of Dr. Rasha Alawieh has alleged authorities wanted to deport her at all costs. She was detained at Boston's Logan airport as she returned after a fortnight-long family visit to Lebanon ...