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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?

Annie Sherman,

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New Docuseries from Award-Winning Filmmaker Will Showcase Rhode Island’s Ocean Life

“Ocean State” is expected to air on PBS in four seasonal installments starting in December.

Lauren Clem,

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Local Teen Named a Barron Prize Winner for Pioneering Seaweed Research

Portsmouth’s Alaina Zhang has been recognized as one of twenty-five young heroes across North America for founding Harvesting Change, a student-led project exploring seaweed farming as a natural solution to coastal nitrogen pollution.

Erin Malinn,

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Three More Giant Trolls Complete the Rhode Island Troll Trail

A Danish artist's whimsical handiworks have spurred the creation of a statewide public art trail.

Dana Rae Laverty, Kaitlyn Murray,

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Meet the Blue-Haired Farmer from Chaos Farm in Lincoln

Emily Bonci brings a fresh perspective to agricultural life on her unconventional farm.

Tabitha Pereira,

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How Rhode Island is Attempting to Stem the Tide

With the shoreline eroding at a rapid rate, officials are looking at ways to restore Rhode Island's beaches before they disappear.

Ellen Liberman,

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Celebrate Black-Owned Businesses at the Night Farmer's Market

Held at Farm Fresh RI in Providence, this Juneteenth weekend marks the first in a four-part event series organized by the African Alliance RI.

Edelinda Baptista,

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Ocean Drive Goes Car-Free During Bike Newport's “Elliot’s Ride for Everyone”

Ocean Drive in Newport will be open for biking, walking, rolling, strolling and enjoying the coastline car-free on June 7.

Justin Theriault,

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Penguins Make a Splash at Roger Williams Park Zoo This Weekend

The brand new exhibit could look a little different from what you might expect.

Kaitlyn Murray,

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Force of Nature: Checking in on the Fate of Rhode Island's Most Endangered Species

Experts are sounding the alarm to save them before it's too late.

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