Rhode Island lawmakers have passed a bill banning the sale of certain rat poisons, aiming to protect wildlife from accidental poisoning. The legislation responds to concerns raised by environmental advocates and wildlife experts, including Sheida Soleimani, Ex…
The Roger Williams Park Zoo recently welcomed the hatching of three Humboldt penguin chicks, marking a significant success for the zoo’s breeding program. These new arrivals are a positive development for the conservation efforts focused on this vulnerable spe…
State and city officials came together on Monday to mark the completion of a new segment of the Woonasquatucket River Greenway in Providence. This addition extends the popular multi-use trail, enhancing recreational opportunities and providing a safer, more ac…
Authorities confirmed cases of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza at Antonelli Poultry in Providence, Rhode Island. In response to the detection of the highly contagious bird flu, officials ordered the euthanasia of 445 birds at the facility to prevent further…
The Providence City Council has approved the Fiscal Year 2026 city budget, emphasizing fairer tax rates for working families. The budget includes a modest increase in the overall tax levy while maintaining equitable tax policies aimed at easing the burden on l…
The Roger Williams Park Zoo announced that its twin red panda kits, Katara and Sokka, will be relocated. The young pandas, born at the zoo, are set to leave their current home as part of a conservation and breeding program. This move aims to ensure genetic div…
The Rhode Island Department of Health has confirmed that a woodchuck found in East Providence has tested positive for rabies. This announcement serves as a warning to local residents to remain cautious and avoid contact with wild animals, especially those exhi…
Providence’s oldest cemetery, North Burial Ground (NBG), is set for significant upgrades as the city’s Parks Department partners with landscape architects Towers and Golde to create a master plan. A community visioning session on June 1 gathered input on impro…
Rhode Island, despite being the smallest U.S. state, offers many picturesque locations to capture stunning sunrises and sunsets. Notable spots include the Providence Pedestrian Bridge, which provides expansive views of the city skyline at sunset. Prospect Terr…
A Providence Post writer reflects on reporting experiences centered around community preservation in Providence, highlighting a marathon of interviews with tenants at Atlantic Mills amid fears of rising rents and eviction. These conversations revealed tenants’…
Authorities have announced the reopening of shellfish harvesting areas in the Providence River and Mt. Hope Bay following a recent sewage leak. After the incident, officials conducted thorough water and shellfish testing to ensure safety. The test results show…
A proposed bill aims to allow energy storage installations, specifically using lithium-ion batteries, in abandoned and contaminated buildings across the state. While the measure is intended to expand energy storage capacity and support renewable energy initiat…
