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An Inside Look at the Kids’ Zone at New Save the Bay Hamilton Family Aquarium

Planning ahead for activities with the kiddos this summer? Look no further than this new aquarium in downtown Newport.

Tabitha Pereira,

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Celebrate Earth Day at a Community Cleanup

In your neighborhood or on the river, show the Earth a little love this week.

Lauren Clem, Kaitlyn Murray,

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The Power Struggle Behind Rhode Island's Offshore Wind Farms

Can the offshore wind industry withstand the headwinds of rising costs and lawsuits to meet the country's renewable energy goals?

Ellen Liberman,

A mill building is pictured at sunset, with trees and a flooded river in the foreground.

New State Fund Will Protect Rhode Island's Coast from Climate Change

The Ocean State Climate Adaptation and Resilience fund program is the latest in a series of efforts to shore up the state’s coastline and other habitats in the face of climate change.

Lauren Clem,

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Exploring the Grand Trees of Rhode Island

Celebrate spring's arrival in the company of some of the state's most majestic trees.

Dana Rae Laverty,

A mill building is pictured at sunset, with trees and a flooded river in the foreground.

Treading Water: How Rhode Island is Dealing with Recent Flooding

After years of repeat flooding, Rhode Island residents are picking up the pieces while state and city officials scramble to adapt to a new reality of climate change-driven disasters.

Lauren Clem,

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Where to Pick Up Locally Made, Eco-Friendly Cleaning Supplies

Plus vegan soaps, natural brushes, candles and more that will help you and your home get squeaky clean.

Jackie Ignall,

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Q&A: URI Oceanography Dean Talks Climate Change, the Blue Economy and UFOs

Get to know Paula Bontempi, the dean of the University of Rhode Island's Graduate School of Oceanography, on a deeper level.

Lauren Clem,

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How One Wakefield Resident is Trying to Solve the Ocean State's Plastic Problem

Rob Togerson founded the startup Kestrel Innovative Fibers with the intention of reducing trash in local waters.

Jenna Pelletier,

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Savor the Full Moon with the Woonasquatucket River Watershed Council

This weekend's Full Moon Hike is part of the "Explore the Woonasquatucket" recreation series.

Lauren Clem,