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“Woke Up in a Bar” Podcast Tells the Adventures of Rhode Island's Bartenders
The Providence-based podcast focuses on the local restaurant and bar industry, with hosts and bartenders Vito Lantz and Priscilla Benkhart.
Angelo's on Federal Hill Celebrates 100 Years in Business
Angelo's is celebrating its 100th anniversary this weekend with a series of events happening today through Sunday, and one reader shares her fondest memories of the institution.
How to Vote in the 2025 Best of Rhode Island Readers' Poll
It's almost time to cast your vote!
August Wilson's Fences at Trinity Rep Offers a Fresh Take on an American Classic
Actress Jackie Davis discusses getting her "dream role" and portraying love and heartbreak in the play described as Wilson's magnum opus.
Rhode Island Comedian’s New TV Special Shines a Light on Chronic Illness
Doug Ouimette’s new comedy special, “I Can’t Stand Stand-Up Comedy,” explores his wife’s experience with chronic fatigue syndrome and how the family finds laughter through the pain.
Exploring the Grand Trees of Rhode Island
Celebrate spring's arrival in the company of some of the state's most majestic trees.
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.
Inside Local Universities' New Cannabis Entrepreneurship Programs
These higher education institution's new career paths could potentially lead to the high life.
Back to the Future: The Musical, Shucked, MJ The Musical and More Coming to PPAC in 2024–25
Plus, Some Like It Hot hits the stage and Hamilton makes a return.
Providence Teen Wins Global Business Competition
Raneem Al Suwaidani, a student at the Met High School in Providence, wowed judges with her rentable food truck idea.
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.
Help LGBTQ+ Youth Find Housing by Attending the PVD House Gala
The Precious Gems gala will raise money for providing emergency housing and small business spaces specifically tailored to the LGBTQ+ community.
7 Local Record Stores to Lend an Ear
Record stores — a reminder of the slower pace of times past — are experiencing a resurgence with new generations of vinyl enthusiasts.
Stages of Freedom Offering Reward for Stolen Gravestone Plaque
A bronze plaque was stolen from the gravestone of Edward Mitchell Bannister, a nineteenth-century artist and one of the founders of the Providence Art Club.
Standing on Her Shoulders: Building on the Legacy of Female Founders
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Johnson & Wales University community members share how fellow Wildcat women have helped them grow personally and professionally.
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Laugh Yourself Silly with John Mulaney, Chelsea Handler and More at the Lil Rhody Laugh Riot Comedy Festival
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