Author: Sean Chaffin
Get to Know DESIGNxRI's New Executive Director
Islay Taylor discusses her new role, how yoga fuels her creativity and how she scores cheap flights.
Our First Impression of Westerly's Newest Art Museum
The establishment spotlights 150 paintings by American impressionists.
Diner’s Update
The latest Rhode Island food, drink, restaurant and dining news and events.
Rhode Island Holiday Takeout and Dinner Options
Leave the holiday cooking to your local restaurants, popups and caterers this year.
Spaces: A Modern Marriage
A saltbox home in Tiverton unites its past and future through a bond of sustainability.
How and Where to Celebrate Hanukkah in Rhode Island
Rhode Island has plenty of Hanukkah happenings planned throughout the eight-day-long holiday celebration.
Pizza Marvin Is Hosting Fifth Annual Twelve Pies of Christmas Collaboration
The Fox Point pizza spot is working with twelve Rhode Island restaurants who will each cook a special pizza for one night only, with all of the proceeds benefiting the Rhode Island Community Food Bank.
First Person: The Italian Goodbye
The Irish are masters at sneaking out without a trace, but for generations, Italians have owned "The Long Goodbye." Here's how one local avoids "The Eternal Goodbye."
Breaking Bread Launches New Mentorship Program
Virtual mentorship meetings take place over six weeks, in addition to hosting leadership workshops, monthly events and a podcast series.
Rhode Island Refugees: We Are Living in Fear
Representatives of the Providence-based Refugee Dream Center and local refugee community speak out in response to President Trump's immigration crackdown.
Holiday Happenings and Festivals In and Around Rhode Island
From spectacular light displays to candlelight Christmas Carols, this list will keep you feeling festive all month long.
Rebecca Zilenziger's "Inter:Intra Personal" Exhibit Arrives at AS220
The photographer's first solo photography exhibition is a visual and conceptual meditation on the dynamics of empathy, resilience and the human condition.
Five Can't-Miss Events this Week in Rhode Island
Hear Bob Dylan songs performed by Joan Osborne at The Odeum; Get into the Christmas spirit with the Boston Pops and more events December 11 - 18.
Holiday Markets in Rhode Island to Hit Up this Month
Discover a variety of local artists and vendors during the gift giving season.
ORCA is Keeping Our Beaches Clean
The ocean cleanup group invites volunteers to find community while helping the environment through curated beach pickups.
Local Musician John Faraone's Newest Album is Making Waves
'The Waves' has been in the making since 2020.
Where to Get a Christmas Tree in Rhode Island at Farms and Farmstands
Check out a local farm or farm stand for the full tree-finding experience.
24 Rhode Island Nonprofits to Help Support on #GivingTuesday
Donate to one, or donate to all: here are just some of the local nonprofits and organizations that need your help today and every day.
Q&A with Joan Osborne
The Grammy nominated singer-songwriter talks Bob Dylan and her newest album, Dylanology (Live), ahead of December's Greenwich Odeum show.
Fly Farther, Easier With PVD’s JetBlue Connection to 30+ Destinations from JFK
Early morning departures, late-night returns make for a short, convenient connection
Cultivating Gratitude: Inside the Gordon School’s Annual Tradition
The Gordon School’s kindergarteners hold their annual Gratitude Meal, a celebration of thankfulness, community and lifelong lessons.
Hope & Main Breaks Ground on West End Kitchens
The Warren-based culinary incubator program just launched its Providence counterpart with shared-use commercial kitchen space coming soon.
Dining Review: Club Frills in Providence
A retro trip back in time where the bar food measures up to its liquor laboratory.
Tech10 Awards 2025
Meet the innovators in the information technology field harnessing the powerful tools that shape the way we live and learn about the world.
Snapshot: Earles Court Water Tower
Once upon a time, a griffin guarded an ivy-covered tower in the faraway land of — Narragansett?
Your December To Do List in Rhode Island
From the Pawtucket Winter Wonderland to Holidays at the Newport Mansions, we've compiled the top local activities that should be on your to do list this month.
Holiday Lights Spectacular Illuminates Roger Williams Park Zoo Once Again
The annual winter tradition returns and is brighter than ever — on display through Jan. 4.
Providence's 23 Best Secret Bars, Hidden Gems and Speakeasies
Providence's best secret bars and speakeasies for indoor, outdoor and takeout cocktails, beer and wine.
What is the Future of Gleaning in Rhode Island?
The age-old practice of harvesting unsold produce and distributing it to those in need helps prevent food waste and alleviate food insecurity. But as federal funding cuts slash staff and budgets, what is the future of gleaning?
Tune In and Tune Up Lends a Hand to Musicians This Holiday Season
The nonprofit provides relief to those in the music community through partnerships with Stop and Shop and health professionals.
Where to Get the Best Zero-Proof Drinks in Rhode Island
Whether you’re always alcohol-free or sometimes sober, you never have to miss out on tasty flavors or fancy presentations at these local bars.
Mūni Haus of Beauty is More Than a Salon
Jamie Millmather's hair headquarters is a place for collaboration, inspiration and educational workshops.
The Christopher Dodge House is a Family Affair in Providence
Historic rooms, gourmet breakfasts and hosts who feel like family keep drawing guests back to the Bed and Breakfast.
Holiday Shopping Meets Winter Magic in the Heart of Massachusetts
Combine shopping with amazing holiday events and attractions for a weekend getaway that’s a delightful break from the ordinary.
Last Honors with Providence's War Memorials
Rhode Island's Vietnam veterans gave their youth and their lives in a controversial war. An effort to honor them among Providence's war memorials has languished in bureaucracy.
Spaces: Divine Intervention
Local volunteers, a passion for restoration and a $2.5 million capital campaign help restore a Newport chapel to its former glory.
Rhody Spotlight: The Latest Celebrity Sightings and Filming News in Rhode Island
"The Real Housewives of Rhode Island" trailer is finally here, and the drama doesn't disappoint.
First Person: The Letters
The chance discovery of old letters reveals a hidden family history of Holocaust rescue and survival.
Congress just banned most hemp-derived THC products. What does that mean for RI beverage producers?
THC-infused beverages were the next big scene on the local craft scene, until the federal shutdown legislation brought the industry to a halt.
Get a Double Dose of Nostalgia with New Rocky Point Chowder House at the Warwick Mall
The beloved Rhode Island tradition plans to open in early December.
New Trinity Rep Renovations Spotlight Accessibility and Modern Updates
The $40 million project marks the first major renovation of the historic downtown theater in more than fifty years.
Ten Prime Seafood Opens Today in the Former Res Space
Chow Fun Food Group owner John Elkhay reunited with Executive Chef Jules Ramos and designer Stephanie Skovron to create what he calls his “legacy restaurant.”
Soul-Satisfying Soups from Local Restaurants
There’s something amazing about how soup makes us suffer a little less. Here are some of the best bowls around.
Dune Brothers Hopes to Expand with a Seafood Market and Restaurant in Tiverton
Nick and Monica Gillespie's seafood restaurant and wholesaler business has its eyes set on Tiverton's Chase Marina.
Rhode Island FC Advances to the 2025 Eastern Conference Final
This marks the new team’s second bid for the championship title in as many years.
Trendsetter: Get to Know Local Poet Ren Liu
The Chinese American poet sources their wardrobe from clothing swaps and finds comfort through attire.
Our Favorite Cosplays from Rhode Island Comic Con 2025
From A League of Their Own to a protesting Eevee, the talent and creativity was out in full force.
'Hadestown' Ignites the Stage at PPAC
The strains of jazz, blues and folk make the trip down to 'Hadestown' unexpectedly joyful, even amid strife.
(Fire)house Lust: Live Out Your 'Ghostbusters' Dreams in This Gorgeous Fire Station
Providence is seeking proposals to develop the old Humboldt Fire Station on the East Side into housing.
Why Deal with the BS on Your Way to BOS When You Can Fly with Glee from PVD this Summer
From Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport's low parking rates to brand new concessions, there are plenty of reasons to say "nogan" to Logan.
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