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Funny Pages – Ugly Feet

Aug 5, 2026

Jennifer, a longtime resident of Providence, has witnessed the city’s colorful history, including the era of Suicide Circle, the Dancing Cop, and Buddy Cianci’s tenure. She enjoys spending her time walking and shopping in her local Hope Street neighborhood. Th…

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Providence police find missing boy

Aug 4, 2026

Providence police have located Nahalieo Castillo, an 11-year-old boy who had been reported missing. Nahalieo was last seen on August 4 at his apartment on Admiral Street in Providence. Authorities had been searching for him since his disappearance, coordinatin…

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Anne M. Refino

Aug 4, 2026

Anne M. Refino, 71, of Providence, passed away on July 30, 2026, at Elmhurst Rehabilitation Center. A lifelong Rhode Islander, Anne was the beloved wife of the late Joseph M. Refino Sr. and daughter of Frederick and Ruth Clancy. She lived in North Providence w…

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