Scientists at the Weston Observatory say a magnitude 3.3 earthquake struck Plainfield, Connecticut Monday morning, about seven miles from the Rhode…
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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Frigid Weather Persists Across Rhode Island
Things are a bit warmer Friday compared to the single digit temperatures of the past several days. The National Weather Service predicts temperatures…
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Frigid Temps Sweep Across Rhode Island
Though we’re not breaking any records, temperatures are well below freezing in Rhode Island. Thermometers are barely climbing out of the single digits…
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Newport Folk Festival Tickets Go On Sale Thursday
Tickets for the Newport Folk Festival go on sale at 10 o’clock Thursday morning. The music lineup has yet to be announced. That’s been the norm for the…
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Warming Centers Open Across The State As Arctic Blast Hits RI
Temperatures are plummeting, as the east coast gets slammed by an arctic blast. The state Department of Emergency Management is responding by opening…
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Cold Snap Hits Rhode Island
An arctic blast is sweeping through southern New England. It’s bringing gusty winds and dangerously frigid temperatures. The National Weather Service…
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RI’s Homeless Especially Vulnerable As Temperatures Plunge
As temperatures sink in Rhode Island, the state’s homeless population is especially vulnerable. Thermometers are expected to hover well below freezing…
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Bishop Tobin Offers Suggestions To Keep Flu At Bay
We’re in the midst of flu season. It’s officially been declared widespread by the state health department. And Catholic Bishop Thomas Tobin is urging…
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Newport Zoning Board OKs Breakers Welcome Center
Newport’s zoning board of review approved a welcome center at the city’s historic Breakers Mansion Monday night. Groups have been squabbling over the…
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Atwells Avenue Bridge Project Begins, To Be Closed For Next Year
A major highway construction project begins today in Providence. The Atwells Avenue bridge will be closed for the next year. The $2.5 million project…
