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The Cost of the Justice System in Rhode Island
For years, a convoluted system of court fees and debt has kept ex-offenders mired in the criminal justice system. A movement for reform is trying to do away with it.
‘Bouquet-a-thon’ Spreads Smiles Across Rhode Island
What Cheer Flower Farm volunteers will craft 600 bouquets from unsold Valentine’s Day flowers and deliver them to local hospitals and care centers Wednesday.
Street Dance Pioneers the Wondertwins Head to the Providence G
Identical twins Billy and Bobby McClain bring their innovative dance to Providence, performing moves inspired by street-style, old-school hip hop and Broadway.
From the Archives: Adrian Hall's Long Goodbye
As it celebrates its silver anniversary, Trinity Rep faces the bittersweet challenge of replacing Adrian Hall, the artistic director whose passion led the theater to greatness.
Second Annual Transform Rhode Island Scholarship Empowers Students of Color to Create Real Change
Papitto Opportunity Connection will award $25,000 to the winning student and invest $1 million in to bringing their transformative idea to life.
What Every Mom Wants for Valentine's Day
Skip the flowers and chocolate and give her the gift of relaxation with a "momcation" at a local hotel.
This Cranston Company Crafts MLB-Worthy Baseball Bats
Owner Rob Zorian also founded the Zorian Foundation in 2020 to promote mental health awareness amongst athletes, musicians and artists.
Take a Trip Down Memory Lane with Rhode Trip Photography
Owner Paul Davis has been has been collecting — and photographing — Rhode Island novelties for thirty years.
Paula Poundstone Comes Home
The comedian, author and podcaster — and Massachusetts native — brings her stand-up set to the Stadium Theatre Feb. 3.
5 Things to Know About Sandy the Dog in "Annie" at PPAC
Besides Ellie Pulsifer starring as Annie, the other spotlight-stealer is Sandy, the fair-maned mutt that befriends the orphan.
Honor a Legacy at the Langston Hughes Community Poetry Reading
The free-to-all poetry bash celebrates its twenty-eighth year as a staple of the Providence arts scene.
Cafe Ava in Cranston Blends a Variety of Latin Flavors
This new family-owned coffee shop in Rolfe Square offers made-from-scratch pastries, specialty coffees and sweet and savory breads, all with a Latin twist.
Cheer On Joey from Vintage Pet Rescue in the Upcoming Puppy Bowl
Don’t have a dog in the fight for Super Bowl LVII? Tune in to the Puppy Bowl instead and root for this little guy from the Vintage Pet Rescue in Foster.
Rhode Island National Guard Says Farewell to the Air Show Indefinitely
After thirty years, the Rhode Island aerial tradition is remaining grounded due to operational challenges.
8 Things to Know About the New Pawtucket-Central Falls Transit Center
The new station opened to much fanfare on Jan. 23, offering the first commuter train service in the two cities in more than forty years.
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