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Published on 09:31 GMT

What is the Rhode Island accent? Here are the key ingredients

Rhode Islanders are known for dropping R's, but also have distinctive ways of pronouncing certain vowels. Some of Rhode Islanders' speech patterns have more in common with those in New York than Boston. There's no strict recipe for the Rhode …

Source: Providence Journal - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on 09:54 GMT

Jamestown named the best town to visit in Rhode Island by WorldAtlas

When it comes to Rhode Island, there are a lot of charming small towns and cities for being such as small state. Bristol was recently named the most charming town in Rhode Island by HGTV. For a beach town, Conde Nast recently picked the classic coastal …

Source: Providence Journal - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on 09:43 GMT

NK resident ready to compete for Miss Rhode Island crown

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — There is often a stigma associated with the beauty pageant; that it is shallow and vain, or revolves around women’s objectification. Sofia Torrado, a recent selection for the Miss Rhode Island USA competition, aims to rewrite that …

Source: Independent - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on 10:07 GMT

One Missing Letter Ruins Rhode Island Couples Big Purchase

There are typos, then there are typos. This Rhode Island couple paid a heavy price for this embarrassing typo. Reporting anything about our current political situation is going to light people on fire. So, if you can resist and simply appreciate a funny …

Source: 94.9 WHOM - Maine - Pending
Published on 11:54 GMT

DUI patrols ramped up in Rhode Island communities Friday night into holiday weekend

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — If you are hitting the roads this weekend, drive safely, Rhode Island State Police stated that law enforcement agencies across the state will have increased patrols. As part of DUI enforcement, the “B.A.T. mobile” will be in …

Source: WLNE - Rhode Island - Pending
Published on 11:54 GMT

'Purple alert' bill for locating adults with severe disabilities passes Rhode Island house

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island house passed a bill Thursday approving legislation that would establish a “purple alert” system that could quickly help find missing adults with serious disabilities. This comes after an autistic woman went …

Source: WLNE - Rhode Island - Pending
Published on 12:15 GMT

Top 3 summer things to do in Rhode Island according to local blogger

(WJAR) — It’s Memorial Day weekend, considered by most the unofficial start of summer. The NBC 10 Sunrise team spoke with local blogger and influencer Patty J about the top three things to do for summer in Rhode Island. Want to know where to score amazing …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Center-right
Published on 11:32 GMT

Is the Rhode Island accent endangered? Experts see change underway

Source: Providence Journal - Rhode Island - Neutral
Published on 16:26 GMT

Encore Enterprises, AmCap Acquire 152,595 SF Shopping Center in Warwick, Rhode Island

5WARWICK, R.I. — A joint venture between Dallas-based investment firm Encore Enterprises and Connecticut-based AmCap Management has acquired Cowesett Corners, a 152,595-square-foot shopping center in Warwick, located just south of Providence. Grocer Stop …

Source: REBusinessOnline - Neutral
Published on 06:59 GMT

Rhode Island DCYF discloses death of 3-month-old infant

(WJAR) — Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families disclosed the fatality of a 3-month-old infant. Department officials said the fatality resulted from maltreatment. The incident occurred on April 5. According to DCYF, the family and child …

Source: WJAR - Rhode Island - Center-right