URI program puts veterans on path to farming career
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — The University of Rhode Island's Cooperative Extension is offering a program that aims to help veterans foster agricultural careers. The Boots to Bushels Summer Workshop...
View ArticleURI, first responders holding naloxone drive in June
HOPKINTON, R.I. (WPRI) — The Hope Valley Ambulance Squad wants you to add naloxone to your first aid kit. Naloxone, commonly referred to as Narcan, is a drug that can reverse the effects of an...
View ArticleFormer NK student sues town, schools over 'naked fat test' scandal
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — A former North Kingstown High School student is suing town and school officials, accusing them of showing "callous indifference" when they negligently failed to protect...
View ArticleRI state beaches open Saturday: Here's what you need to know
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Memorial Day weekend marks the unofficial start of summer, with most state beaches opening for the season on Saturday. What's the local beach forecast? From parking passes to...
View ArticleSouth Kingstown adds pedestrian safety flags at 3 intersections
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Three busy intersections in South Kingstown are now adorned with brightly colored flags, but they're not for decoration. Anyone who's crossing one of those roads can...
View ArticleHere's a first-hand look at how to be safe on the water this summer
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — The unofficial start to summer is here, and with many people planning to head out on the water this weekend, safety is a top priority. "You have to make sure everyone on...
View ArticleRI receives $5M to expand capacity of Veterans Memorial Cemetery
EXETER, R.I. (WPRI) — The state has secured more than $5 million to expand the capacity of the Rhode Island Veterans Memorial Cemetery. Sens. Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse said the state is...
View Article1 dead, 1 injured in Exeter ATV crash
EXETER, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway into a deadly ATV crash that happened in Exeter Friday evening. R.I. State Police confirm that one person was killed in the crash, which happened on...
View ArticleDUI Task Force ramps up patrols over holiday weekend
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) -- The Rhode Island DUI Task Force will continue to be on the lookout for impaired drivers throughout the holiday weekend. "Working together, we hope to make this year`s...
View ArticleLifeguard training takes place at Narragansett Town Beach
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) -- A lifeguard training class at Narragansett Town Beach took place on Saturday. During this training, lifeguards went through crucial standard procedures for watching over...
View ArticleWesterly man allegedly stabbed by son
WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) -- A Westerly man was allegedly stabbed by his son on Sunday, according to police. Westerly Police Chief Paul Gingerella told 12 News that the son is accused of stabbing his...
View ArticleRI honors veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice
EXETER, R.I. (WPRI) — Dozens of Rhode Islanders gathered at the Veterans Memorial Cemetery Monday afternoon to pay tribute to those who made the ultimate sacrifice. The entire cemetery was awash with...
View Article2 ferrets abandoned in North Kingstown
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — North Kingstown Animal Control is investigating after two ferrets were found abandoned Wednesday. The ferrets were left in front of the gate at the North Kingstown...
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Pride Month: Check out these free local events
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — June is LGBTQ Pride Month, and every year, it's celebrated with events that attract millions of participants around the world, according to the Library of Congress. From...
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Special Olympics RI kicks off 2024 Summer Games
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Special Olympics Rhode Island's Summer Games are back! The 2024 games will take place from May 31–June 2 at the University of Rhode Island. The annual event gives...
View Article'Driving away Parkinson's Disease' golf tournament held in North Kingstown
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Golfers will be hitting the links in North Kingstown on Monday for a good cause. The 16th Annual Driving Away Parkinson's Disease golf tournament will be held at the...
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Black bear hit and killed by car in North Kingstown
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — A nearly 250-pound black bear was hit and killed by a car on Route 4 in North Kingstown late last month, according to the R.I. Department of Environmental Management...
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TwoTen Oyster Bar damaged in early morning fire
WAKEFIELD, R.I (WPRI) — A popular South County restaurant has been forced to temporarily close after it was damaged in a fire early Tuesday morning. Firefighters responded to TwoTen Oyster Bar &...
View ArticleWesterly town councilor under fire for obscene gestures made at meeting
WESTERLY, R.I. (WPRI) — A Westerly town councilor's behavior is being called "unacceptable" by a colleague after he made obscene gestures at a resident during a town meeting earlier this week. The...
View ArticleTomaquag Museum celebrating Strawberry Thanksgiving
CHARLESTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — The Tomaquag Museum in Charlestown is inviting the community to celebrate Strawberry Thanksgiving on Saturday, June 8. According to Seneca Prophet Handsome Lake,...
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