Author: John Kiernan
Spaces: Focal Points
Learn the latest from Rhode Island's home and style scene.
6 Places to Get Burgers in Rhode Island
Find some local creative twists on the American comfort food classic.
On Tap: The Latest Brewery and Distillery News In Rhode Island
A sneak peek at the improvements at Ragged Island, where to celebrate Oktoberfest, and more from the state's craft brewing and distilling scene.
The Duke's Alzheimer's Pickleball Challenge Raises Funds to Aid Alzheimer's Research
Gary Garabedian vows to play pickleball for 365 days straight to honor his dad, Aram Garabedian, who is living with Alzheimer's Disease.
Five Can't-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island
Find your next favorite local musician at Bristol Porchfest; Celebrate Providence at PVD Fest and more events Sept. 17 - 24.
First Person: Signs, Signs, Everywhere Signs
Sometimes you can find hope after loss in the most unexpected places.
Diner’s Update
The latest Rhode Island food, drink, restaurant and dining news and events.
Trendsetter: Meet Margaret Brassard
The founder of Brassard Events and Kind RI talks about fostering connections through curated events and helping nonprofits raise awareness and funding.
Get Outta Town: An All American Fall Escape at the Inn at Hastings Park
The Lexington property puts a contemporary spin on history, local foodways and New England craftsmanship.
Q-and-A: Food Network's "Chopped" Judge Maneet Chauhan
The celebrity chef is in town for this weekend's Newport Mansions Wine & Food Festival, where she will meet guests and serve signature dishes.
In 'The Getaway Driver,' Trinity Rep Tackles True Crime During the Vietnam Era
Two local playwrights return to the Trinity Rep stage for a heart-wrenching world premiere that tackles loss and redemption.
Find Your New Fit at Studio Milano
An Italian transplant brings her brand of girly-pop vintage to East Providence.
Ciao Ciao is the Neighborhood Italian Restaurant We Needed
The charming corner spot on Providence's Hope Street offers genuine hospitality, handmade pastas and surprises in the restrooms.
More Sunshine, More Options: Three New Seasonal Flights from PVD on Allegiant Air
New limited flights to Orlando-Sanford, Fort Lauderdale, and Sarasota on Allegiant Air make a warm-weather escape easier to start close to home.
Our 2026 Excellence in Nursing Awards
Meet the nurses who work as the backbone of the health care community and learn why they choose to serve us every day.
Tunes Tuesday: Lucinda Williams
The Grammy Award winning musician talks her new album, Worlds Gone Wrong, ahead of her October 7th performance at the Uptown Theater in Providence.
'Postmarked & Tipsy' May Just Be Your New Favorite Listen on the Way to Work
Two locals dive into the world of historical postcards with an irreverent new podcast.
Quonset's REGENT Completes First Crewed Seaglider Flight Over Narragansett Bay
The milestone flight makes the new technology the largest all-electric, wing-in-ground effect vehicle to fly with people on board.
Become a Wine Snob at the Newport Mansions Wine and Food Festival
The Food Network's "Chopped" judge Maneet Chauhan will make appearances alongside wine seminars, multi-course high-end dinners and lively brunches.
Reveling in the Rhythm & Roots Festival
For almost thirty years, the Rhythm & Roots Festival has marked the end of summer in Charlestown's Ninigret Park with a Labor Day weekend full of live performances, fervent fans, dancing, camping, and plenty of good times.
Roll In with Your Homies at Rollers
Downtown’s newest sports bar airs games and tournaments in an inclusive space meant for everyone.
Treat Yo' Shelf at the Rhode Island Festival of Children's Books & Authors
The kid-lit-friendly festival comes to Providence October 16 through 17.
Double Play: Rhode Island Serves Up Major-League Results
Off the field, the Los Angeles Dodgers rely on the nutrition expertise of two Johnson & Wales University alums.
Your September To-Do List in Rhode Island
From PVDFest to Operation Mincemeat, we've compiled all the local activities that should be on your to do list this month.
The Cape Verdeans' Fox Point Origin Story
The Cape Verdean community has thrived in Providence since the late 1800s.
Dining Review: Phed Phed in Providence
Be transported to Thailand at this Downcity hideaway with an adventure-driven aesthetic.
10 Rhode Island Vineyards and Wineries to Sip Your Way Through this Summer
There's no time like the present to tour through some of Rhode Island's world-class vineyards and wineries.
Level Up at Free Play in Providence
The popular arcade bar turns childhood favorites into a late-night adult playground.
Take a Craft Beer Tour of Ireland with this Rhode Island Brewery
Trágmar Ale Works is partnering with Stepping Stones Tours to offer 'A Taste of Ireland' in 2027.
2026 Best of Rhode Island Editors' Picks
See where we wined, dined, played and shopped this year.
Seaside Sculpt Hosts Pilates Classes with the Most Stunning Waterfront Backdrops
Head to the Selene Day Party at the Newport Harbor Island Resort over Labor Day weekend for the next installment of Nina Rose's community fitness experiences.
On the Bay with Francesca Clapcich
The professional sailor and two-time Olympian stops off in Newport enroute to the Ocean Race Atlantic to talk sustainability and inclusive sailing with 11th Hour Racing.
A Clean Slate for Local Education
As contentious state takeovers in Central Falls and Providence come to an end, how are local teachers and residents grading the state?
Celebrate Shellfish at Track 15's "Oyster Darty"
The day party will take place on the plaza with a variety of Dune Brothers seafood and shellfish available, plus the Salty Brine Martini at the bar.
Providence-Founded Splendor of Florence Festival is Heading to Italy
Members of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra will perform internationally for the first time in Florence for the festival that commemorates the 1966 flooding of the Arno River.
Rhode Islanders Take Control of Energy Bills with No Cost Home Energy Assessments
Learn all about Rhode Island Energy's latest offering.
17 Farms are Partnering with 17 Chefs for FeedRI's Field to Fork Farmers Market
Enjoy tastings from local restaurants and farms while raising funds for Feed the Future, a school food pantry program.
2026 Best of Rhode Island Readers' Poll Results
You voted and we tallied! Check out these reader favorites for the best spots to eat, gather and celebrate all year long.
Spaces: Grand Plans Turn into Grand Results
A thoughtful renovation breathes new life into an elegant summer estate in Jamestown.
First Person: High School at Sixty
One mom reflects on having children later in life, and what it's like to parent a teenager at sixty.
Everyone Knows Rob Levine's Billboards. Few Know the Story Behind Them.
The founder of Rob Levine Law hopes the legacy he leaves isn't measured by billboards or court victories, but by the lives his community work continues to change.
Tom DeNucci’s newest film, Bad News on the Doorstep, has Rhode Island International Film Festival Premiere
The Verdi Productions film based on the book of the same name stars Chazz Palminteri, Robert Davi and Vincent Pastore in his final performance.
Trendsetter: Meet Maha Barsom
The Syrian-born RISD professor designs zero-waste clothing with leftover scraps.
Tom St. Germain Gets His Own Style Refresh
The local stylist has rebranded his salon to the TSG Experience, complete with a new location inside Lotus Salon.
Read Like a Local this August
Stock your summer TBR pile with a host of titles by regional authors.
Tunes Tuesday: Swell Folk Festival
The inaugural music festival will take place at Lippitt Park September 20th, offering a day of live music, a beer garden, food truck and family fun.
Six Questions with Harry Philbrick
The executive director of the Newport Art Museum returns to his Rhode Island roots.
Murmur HiFi Mixes Up Providence's Music Scene with an Analog Listening Lounge
Inspired by the concept of a Japanese jazz kissaten but with its own spin, sound is superior in the space that also serves creative cocktails and a food menu to match.
Coastal Luxury Arrives in Portsmouth: Inside Aquidneck Village’s New Condominium Community
Aquidneck Village, offers 28 luxury homes thoughtfully designed to capture the essence of seaside sophistication.
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