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Oct 20, 2026
RI trooper charged with DUI in JamestownWPRI
Oct 20, 2026
La Salle girls tennis completes perfect season with title in sightProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
Police issue overnight curfew in 2 areas of Paris to prevent further disorderWPRI
Oct 20, 2026
How an acclaimed opera singer became Providence’s Bride of CthulhuProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
Historic Rialto Theater in downtown Providence being demolishedProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
What documents are needed to vote in Rhode Island?Providence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
'Betrayal' or transformation? Whitehouse at odds with allies over this mega bill.Providence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
GOP treasurer candidate missed ethics filing, has court hearing on child support | ExclusiveProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
There's a big divide between RI's CD2 candidates. Here's where they stand | ExclusiveProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
These are the biggest policy differences between RI's candidates for governor | ExclusiveProvidence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
Is trick-or-treating always on Halloween night in Rhode Island?Providence Journal
Oct 20, 2026
Weather Now: Sunny, Breezy and Dry TodayWPRI

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