The American Civil Liberties Union is suing the City of Woonsocket on behalf of a local nonprofit that serves survivors of domestic violence. The suit…
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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For PawSox Fans, Pawtucket Residents, Team Loss Is ‘Devastating’
The PawSox are still in Rhode Island even though the team has announced plans to move to a new stadium in Worcester in 2021. The team played home games…
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Bird Scooters Disappear From The Streets Of Providence, For Now
Bird scooters are gone from the sidewalks and streets of the capital city. The stocky, electric scooters were in the city for several weeks, but now the company needs permission to keep operating. They landed without warning on the sidewalks of cities across the country this summer. In Providence, residents had started to discover the scooters, […]
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Bird Scooters Disappear From The Streets Providence, For Now
Bird scooters are gone from the sidewalks and streets of the capital city. The stocky, electric scooters were in the city for several weeks, but now the…
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Despite Heavy Rains, Local Waterways Still Far From Flooding
Major waterways in Rhode Island and the surrounding areas are not in danger of flooding, despite several days of heavy rainfall.
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Citizens Bank Cuts Ribbon On New Campus In Johnston Tuesday
Some 3,200 employees will report to work at the new facility, which cost the company an estimated $275 million.
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Despite Heavy Rains, Local Waterways Far From Flooding
After days of rain, some cities may see local flooding, but major rivers and streams are not at risk.
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Navy Veteran: I’m Open To Changing Victory Day
Monday is Victory Day, a holiday known often in Rhode Island as Victory over Japan Day, a reference to the date Japan surrendered at the end of World…
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Two Arrested During Statehouse Gatherings On Saturday
Two people participating in a counter-protest to a right-wing rally at the Rhode Island Statehouse on Saturday were arrested, according to police. One…
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Newport Grand Casino Will Close At The End Of The Month
By the end of the summer, Newport will no longer have a slot parlor. Casino owner Twin River said it plans to close Newport Grand at the end of August….
