Roger Williams Park Conservancy is hosting Walktober Month to encourage visitors to enjoy the beauty of fall while staying active. Participants can join Walktober walks throughout Roger Williams Park and track their steps using a free downloadable Strava app.…
A former employee of Bradley Hospital appeared in court Thursday morning facing charges of child abuse. The individual is accused of assaulting a 10-year-old patient at the facility earlier this year. Details about the nature of the alleged assault or the iden…
Mosquitoes collected from four cities in Rhode Island have tested positive for the West Nile virus, indicating a continued high risk of transmission as the state moves into the fall season. Health officials have confirmed the presence of the virus in mosquito…
The Elizabeth Buffum Chace Center, a nonprofit organization supporting victims and families affected by domestic violence, is seeking volunteers to help with administrative tasks and client services. Volunteer duties include answering hotline calls, data entry…
Mary E. (Law) Wright, 79, passed away peacefully at her home on September 8, 2026. Born in Providence to James and Sophie Law, she was married to Michael C. Wright for 61 years. Mary devoted her life to caring for others in Rhode Island, working at the Rhode I…
Hundreds of runners participated in the Mark Palumbo Memorial University Orthopedics 5K held on the East Bay Bike Path on Saturday. The event aimed to raise funds to support children battling cancer. Participants included runners of all ages and skill levels,…
On Monday, August 24, visitors at Roger Williams Park Zoo observed a bat displaying behavior that health officials identified as consistent with rabies. The incident occurred in the zoo's water play area, prompting concerns about potential exposure to the viru…
A woman from Woonsocket credits a grant-funded GLP-1 medication program at the local emergency shelter OpenDoors with helping her overcome alcohol addiction. OpenDoors is reportedly the first social services agency in the United States to offer GLP-1 treatment…
The Domestic Violence Resource Center of South County is seeking volunteers to serve as Helpline Advocates to support victims of domestic violence and their children. Volunteers will provide information, referrals, and emotional support by answering the helpli…
The Rhode Island Department of Human Services (DHS) has temporarily closed its offices in Pawtucket and Providence due to bed bug infestations. The closures will remain in effect until the department can effectively address and eliminate the problem in both lo…
Brown University has received a $37 million investment from the Starr Foundation to support aging research and clinical trials. This funding will help establish the Starr Healthspan Innovation Alliance, a new partnership aimed at accelerating the development o…
West Nile virus has been detected in mosquito samples collected in Providence for the fourth consecutive week, according to state health and environmental officials. The samples were gathered on August 24, confirming the continued presence of the virus in the…
