Providence Local News

Glen Capaldi, 55, of Johnston, Rhode Island, passed away peacefully on September 26, 2026. A lifelong Rhode Island resident, Glen was known for his quick wit, big heart, and infectious humor. He worked as a dedicated salesman for Gold Medal, where his charisma…

Rebecca Usenia, 78, of Warwick, Rhode Island, passed away unexpectedly on September 15, 2026, at Rhode Island Hospital. Born on December 10, 1947, she was the daughter of the late William R. and Rose Tetreault. A lifelong Catholic and devoted parishioner of Sa…

Peter Richard Troino, 75, of East Providence, passed away peacefully at home on September 25, 2026. Born in Providence to Pasquale and Anna Troino, Peter was a dedicated mechanic at Butler Chevrolet and owned Vic’s Tap for over 40 years. A proud U.S. Army vete…

Clara Linda Gomes, 68, passed away peacefully on September 16, 2026, surrounded by her loved ones. Born on January 4, 1958, to John and Lillian Gomes, Clara graduated from Johnson & Wales University with a degree in culinary arts, fueling her lifelong pass…

Bruce Douglas McCrae, widely known as Rudy Cheeks, passed away at age 76 on September 19 from natural causes. A native of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, McCrae was a multifaceted figure in the state’s cultural scene, recognized as a musician, columnist, radio person…

Gerald A. Greene, Sr., a lifelong resident of Providence, passed away peacefully at the age of 94 on September 23, 2026, at Our Lady of Fatima Hospital. He was the husband of the late Emmalina Greene and the son of Charles and Mae Greene. Mr. Greene worked as…

Anthony Andrew Zona Sr., a lifelong Rhode Islander, passed away peacefully on September 23, 2026, at age 92 after a brief illness. Born in Providence to Antonio and Jessie Zona, he was devoted to his wife of 68 years, Carol, and their four children, along with…

Alan M. Samdperil, aged 87, passed away peacefully at his home in Coral Gables, Florida, on September 16, 2026. He was married to Sandra (Chaiken) Samdperil, with whom he shared 67 years of marriage, having been together since they were teenagers. Born in Prov…

Carol Jaffe Levinger, aged 81, passed away on September 17, 2026, at Miriam Hospital following a brief illness. She was the wife of Frederick Levinger, with whom she shared 58 years of marriage. Born in Louisville, Kentucky, Carol was the daughter of Leonard S…

Leon Samuel Golden, aged 96, of Warwick, passed away on September 17, 2026, at West Shore Health Center. He was the husband of the late Dorothy Golden and the son of Matthew and Ann Golden. Leon served two years as an officer in the U.S. Army before working as…

On Monday night, a driver crashed into a home located at 697 Harris Avenue in Providence. Following the collision, the driver fled the scene before authorities arrived. Details about the cause of the crash or the condition of the residents were not provided. P…

Brown University graduates are poised to hold three of the United States' 50 governor positions by next year, pending the outcomes of upcoming elections in Iowa and Maine. Currently, Brown alumni already serve as governors in some states, and the potential vic…