The six teams competing in the international Volvo Ocean Race departed Newport Sunday.It’s the last time the sailors will see land until they reach…
John Bender
Reporter
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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Official Lineup Of Providence International Arts Festival Announced
The lineup has been announced for the first annual Providence International Arts Festival. Part of the idea is branding the city as a national cultural…
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Local Fans React To NFL Penalty Against Tom Brady
The NFL lawyer who investigated the deflation of footballs by the Patriots last season says he has direct evidence quarterback Tom Brady knew about the…
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Officials Expect A Lucrative Rhode Island Tourist Season
Beaches have opened and warm weather is upon us, which can mean only one thing for the Ocean State, tourist season has begun. State officials are…
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East Providence 7th Grader Representing Rhode Island At National Geographic Bee
Seventh grader Eli Fulton is in Washington, D.C. to represent Rhode Island in the National Geographic Bee. He’ll compete for the 27th national title and…
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Bike Fest RI, Trying To Grow Providence Cycling Community
Cycling fans roll out the bicycles Saturday for Bike Fest RI. The annual event is hosted this year at the Met School in Providence. Organizers say it…
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Arrival Of Volvo Ocean Race Draws Thousands To Newport
The international sailing world is on display in Newport, as teams from the Volvo Ocean Race make their only North American stop in the City by the Sea…
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Volvo Ocean Race Arrives At Fort Adams
Dongfeng Racing arrived first in Newport to the cheers of thousands of fans. From Fort Adams State Park, Rhode Island Public Radio’s John Bender reports…
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University Of Rhode Island Opens Gender And Sexuality Center
The University of Rhode Island opens a new center Wednesday for Gender and Sexuality. The campus has struggled in the past with incidents of aggression…
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Volvo Ocean Race Village Opens At Fort Adams In Newport
Governor Gina Raimondo and other elected officials were in Newport Tuesday celebrating the opening of the Volvo Ocean Race village at Fort Adams. The…
