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“A Matter of Truth” Dives Into Rhode Island’s History of Discrimination

The new State House exhibit presented by the Rhode Island Black Heritage Society explores the lives of African heritage residents from the 1600s to the present.

Lauren Clem,

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Q&A: Weayonnoh Nelson-Davies, Head of the Economic Progress Institute, Talks Rhode Islanders' Biggest Challenge and More

As a teenager, the lawyer-turned-advocate fled civil war in her home country. Now she fights for the state's most vulnerable residents.

Lauren Clem,

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Maven's Delicatessen Set to Open in Pawtucket

The authentic Jewish deli will start serving customers on Dec. 3, says owner Jason Sugarman.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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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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This Providence Portraitist Puts Old-Timey Twists on Pet Photos

The 'pet project' came about after the closing of a beloved local restaurant.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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Meet the Mystic Aquarium Seal Who's A Hollywood Star

Cork had his Hollywood debut in “Mystic Christmas,” a new Hallmark movie filmed and set at Mystic Aquarium.

Lauren Clem,

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Breaking the Grass Ceiling

Two women are making strides in Rhode Island’s cannabis industry — not just for themselves, but for others as well.

Kaitlyn Murray,

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On a Roll

Now that Governor Dan McKee has appointed a Cannabis Control Commission, the state’s budding adult-use industry can move forward.

Dana Rae Laverty,

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Justice Served

Rhode Island courts must expunge all cannabis possession charges by July 2024. We check in on how it’s going.

Lauren Clem,

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Catch Glimpses of North Providence in the Trailer for 'Good Burger 2'

The old Friendly's in North Providence has been converted into the iconic eatery, and its stars have been popping up at local businesses all over the state.

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