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6 Local Connections to "Saturday Night Live" You Might Not Know
SNL turns fifty this year. Here are some southern New Englanders who played a role in the pop culture juggernaut's success.
Hear Ye, Hear Ye: Newport Folk Fest Tickets Go On Sale Today
Want to go to this year's festival? Better get your tickets early.
It's Showtime this February
Say "bravo" at any one of these performing arts centers throughout the month of February.
Looking Back on Iraq, Twenty Years Later
Trinity Rep’s newest play reflects on the Iraq War and its aftermath through the eyes of real Rhode Islanders, exploring themes of family, loss and connection.
Is Helena Foulkes the Next CEO of Rhode Island?
The 2026 Democratic primary is still a year and a half away, but one shadow campaign has already begun.
Seizing The Moment at Now or Never
Elvira Orozco is leading the charge to bring joy of art back to 301 Harris Ave. — where Dusk used to be.
Providence Children’s Museum to Celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day with Interactive Play “MLK: Amazing Grace”
"The age-appropriate play provides children the opportunity to see Dr. King’s fight through a child’s eyes," says the museum's Executive Director.
The Local News Revolution in Rhode Island
Independent journalists are forging new paths to storytelling.
This Local Music Academy Brings Soothing Soundscapes to Seniors
Heidi List Murphy first came up with the idea for the List of Academy Music in 2011.
Industrious Spirit Company Launches Some New Strong Stuff
The latest release is Aquavit, a Scandinavian-inspired spirit made from aging rye distilled with caraway and local rye bread.
The Story Behind Downtown Providence's Newest Mural
The showstopping artwork celebrates the city's history as a haven for the LGBTQ+ community.
The Eatery in Westerly is The Comfort Joint for Breakfast Lovers
Since July 2023, The Eatery has been delighting the South County community with delicious breakfast and lunch classics.
Where to See Live Jazz in Rhode Island
Local bars highlight live music acts from jazz bands and performers like Leland Baker and Friends, Paper Moon Jazz Band and Becky Bass.
Why the Chorus of Westerly is a Noteworthy Affair
For sixty years, the chorus has been a treasure for its community, for Rhode Island and even, on occasion, for the wider world.
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