A wake for Sergeant Peter Andrew McKenna will be held Sunday in Warren as family and friends prepare for his burial on Monday. McKenna was an army…
John Bender
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John Bender was the general assignment reporter for The Public's Radio for several years. He is now a fill-in host when our regular hosts are out.
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Historical Society Marks Washington’s Rhode Island Visit
America’s first president, George Washington, comes to Rhode Island Saturday, or at least an actor who portrays Washington at his Mt. Vernon Estate. The…
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Ida Lewis Race Sets Sail From Newport
Ocean crews will sail through the night for the 11th annual Ida Lewis Distance Race. The race leaves Newport Friday. Roughly 40 boats are expected to…
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Legislation Could Provide Support For Some Affected By Summer Storms
As residents continue to deal with the aftermath of last week’s destructive storms, lawmakers are hoping to help those most affected.
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Water Authority Reports Elevated Levels Of Lead
A new report from Providence Water finds some homes served by the water authority may be exposed to elevated levels of lead. The utility provides water…
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More Than One Dozen Sharks Spotted Off Cape Cod
Researchers spotted 17 Great White Sharks during a single research trip last week. That’s about double the number spotted by researchers at the same…
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More Wet Weather Hits Rhode Island
One week since the fierce storms that ripped through the state, Rhode Island is in for some more wet weather. Storms are expected to begin Tuesday…
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Fung To Appear Before City Council In Special Meeting
The Cranston City Council has scheduled a special meeting tonight. The meeting will center on questions the council has for Mayor Allan Fung, regarding…
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Rhode Island Mourns Loss Of Bristol Soldier
Rhode Island and U.S. flags are flying at half-staff in honor of Master Sergeant Peter McKenna. McKenna died in Afghanistan Saturday.
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RI ACLU Issues Critique Of Ocean State Voting Practices
On the 50th anniversary of the country’s landmark Voting Rights Act of 1965 the American Civil Liberties Union says the Ocean State still has work to do…
