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The unfinished mural on the side of a well-known LGBTQ+ nightclub in Providence, which sparked significant controversy, has been removed. The artwork had drawn backlash from various community members and local groups who found its content or execution problema…

Eight students from Providence have been selected to participate in a special ceremony at the upcoming World Cup match held at Boston Stadium on June 19. These students will have the unique opportunity to walk out onto the field alongside the professional socc…

Advocates and members of SEIU Local 580, representing frontline workers at the Department of Children, Youth, and Families (DCYF), held a rally in Providence on Tuesday morning to protest proposed budget cuts. The state is facing $4.6 million in reductions to…

Cathedral Square, a brutalist plaza in downtown Providence designed by I.M. Pei in the 1960s, is undergoing early-stage plans for revitalization after years of deterioration. Originally intended as a vibrant European-style gathering space linking religious, cu…

The Greater Providence YMCA hosted its annual Y Heroes Celebration at the Crown Plaza in Providence on Tuesday. The event aimed to raise funds for the organization while recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to their communities. Atte…

A Providence man has filed a complaint against the Providence Police Department alleging excessive use of force during his arrest last month. Video footage surfaced showing officers punching the man while he was handcuffed, raising concerns about police conduc…

A $70,000 rug installed in the State House recently underwent repairs after issues were identified with its seals. The problematic seals, which had caused concerns about the rug’s condition and longevity, have now been replaced. Importantly, the replacement wa…

The founder of the jewelry brand Alex + Ani has filed a lawsuit against her sister, alleging that she misused assets from their family business to launch her own separate venture. The legal action claims that the sister improperly accessed and diverted company…

A rollover crash occurred around 9 a.m. Tuesday near the intersection of Parade and Hollis streets in Providence. According to police reports, the occupants of the vehicle involved fled the scene following the accident. Authorities responded to the incident pr…

A portion of the East Bay Bike Path in East Providence has been closed due to a sewage line leak. Authorities have shut down the affected section to address the issue and prevent public health risks. Repairs are underway, and the closure is expected to remain…

Rhode Island’s new House Speaker, Chris Blazejewski, has completed his first full week in office following his election to succeed Joe Shekarchi. Shekarchi stepped down from the speaker role to pursue a vacant position on the Rhode Island Supreme Court. Blazej…

In late March, Anna Cabral Rego discovered raw sewage flooding her basement in East Providence, causing significant damage and displacing her family. The unexpected sewage backup created an urgent and distressing situation, forcing the family to leave their ho…