Crews searching for possible missing boat near Point Judith
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) -- Crews are searching for a possible missing boat near Point Judith in Narragansett. The Coast Guard told 12 News this search was sparked by a Mayday call that was made...
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DEM reopens footbridge damaged in January storm
EXETER, R.I. (WPRI) — The footbridge over Breakheart Brook in the Arcadia Management Area is open to the public once again. According to the R.I. Department of Environmental Management (DEM), the...
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Founder’s Day of Caring: See how the 12 News Team is giving back
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The 12 News team will be out and about on Thursday and Friday to give back to the community as part of Nexstar’s annual Founder’s Day of Caring. Nexstar stations in 117...
View ArticleCoast Guard helps Narragansett Police with arrest
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) -- The U.S. Coast Guard said they helped Narragansett Police with an arrest near Great Island Road on Saturday morning. According to authorities, the suspect was wanted for...
View ArticleSeven arrested following fight at Narragansett ferry dock
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) -- Narragansett Police said they arrested seven people, including one juvenile, following a large fight outside of the Block Island Ferry Docks on Saturday night. According...
View ArticleBoon Street Market opens in old Narragansett train depot
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — The historic Boon Street train depot is now home to a fast-casual food market. Boon Street Market, situated along the Narragansett Pier, officially opened its doors earlier...
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2 suspects face judge after ferry terminal fight
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Two of the seven people arrested after a fight at the Block Island Ferry terminal were in court Monday. Police allege 36-year-old Michael Lopes and his brother,...
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New food market lends helping hand to beloved oyster bar damaged by fire
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — It's been more than a week since Boon Street Market opened its doors and welcomed guests in for the first time. Now, the Narragansett restaurant is coming to the aid of the...
View Article2 more suspects charged in Narragansett ferry terminal fight
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — A total of nine people have now been arrested in connection with a fight last weekend at the Block Island Ferry terminal in Narragansett. Narragansett police announced two...
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'People tend to just relax': 4-legged Skipper comforts boaters who need help
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — When broken-down boaters are picked up by Captain Pete Andrews, they are greeted by two friendly faces. Andrews is a captain and the owner of SafeSea Marine Rescue in...
View ArticleRI beaches busy as thousands try to beat the heat
NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WPRI) — Thousands of Rhode Islanders packed the state's beaches on Wednesday, seeking relief from an ongoing heat wave. The state saw unprecedented traffic backups, especially near...
View ArticleBicyclist killed in North Kingstown crash
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway into a deadly crash involving a bicyclist in North Kingstown. Police said the bicyclist was hit by an oncoming car while riding down Boston...
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Former police officer charged with DUI in deadly North Kingstown crash
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — A suspected drunk driver who police say hit and killed a tricycle rider in North Kingstown faced a judge on Friday. According to North Kingstown police, Daniel...
View ArticleNorth Kingstown middle school employee out after probe into inappropriate...
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) - A Wickford Middle School employee will not be returning to the district following an investigation into inappropriate letters, according to a message sent to the North...
View ArticleWATCH: Whales spotted off Block Island
NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. (WPRI) — Multiple whales were spotted swimming in Rhode Island waters on Friday. A 12 News viewer captured video of the whales from their boat off the east side of Block Island. SEE...
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Dead whale washes up on Block Island; experts recommend keeping a distance
NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. (WPRI) — A dead humpback whale has washed ashore on Block Island. Sarah Callan, the animal rescue program manager at Mystic Aquarium, told 12 News a team from the aquarium went to...
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Meet the creator of Block Island's unique treasure hunt
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — For the past thirteen years, glass orbs have been hidden around Block Island. They're free for the taking, but you have to find one first. Eben Horton created the Glass...
View ArticleDead whale on Block Island identified, part of 'unusual mortality event'
NEW SHOREHAM, R.I. (WPRI) — The Center for Coastal Studies (CCS) has been able to identify the dead whale that washed ashore on Block Island. Staff from Mystic Aquarium's animal rescue program took...
View ArticleRoute 1 South to be repaved starting Sunday night
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has announced plans to begin repaving Route 1 South in North and South Kingstown starting Sunday night. The...
View ArticleSave this summer with these free family activities
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Now that students are on summer vacation, families may be looking for some kid-friendly activities that won't break the bank. Below is a list of free (or really cheap)...
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