WASHINGTON – A man wanted for a 2017 murder in Providence, Rhode Island, was arrested Tuesday in Guatemala. John E. Nunez, 36, is wanted by the Providence Police Department for the July 1, 2017, murder of 22-year-old Devin Burney. [cid:image002.png@01DCBC65.77401740]Nunez is alleged to have evaded law enforcement since the killing by obtaining false identification documents […]Read More
PROVIDENCE – A Central Falls man involved in narcotics trafficking pleaded guilty today in federal court to distribution of fentanyl, announced United States Attorney Charles C. Calenda. Christian Carrion, 32, pleaded guilty to one count of distribution of fentanyl. Carrion is scheduled to be sentenced on June 25, 2026. The sentence imposed will be determined […]Read More
“Growing up, I didn’t see many people who looked like me in positions of power. As the daughter of Puerto Ricans, a single mom, and someone who understands firsthand the challenges that so many of our families face, I never imagined that one day I would become the first woman to serve as Mayor of […]Read More
URI supports nearly 18,000 jobs statewide and returns $17.39 to the Rhode Island economy for every $1 invested by the state A new report released by the University of Rhode Island finds that URI generates $2 billion in statewide economic activity annually, driven by research operations, employment, student spending and visitor activity. (URI Photos/ Catherine […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – As part of the statewide Attendance Matters RI campaign, today, Governor Dan McKee and Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green recognized Rhode Island schools with the highest weekly attendance and most improved attendance rates across elementary, middle, and high school levels The following schools are Rhode Island’s attendance leaders for the week of March 16, 2026*: Elementary: Stony Lane Elementary, North Kingstown – 97.13% weekly attendance rate […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee nominated Donna Sams to serve on the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission (PUC). “Lowering energy prices is one of my top priorities. That’s why my Affordability for All proposal includes $1 billion in energy savings for Rhode Island families and businesses over the next five years. I know […]Read More
AG Neronha: “Xay will join the fight against the chaos of the Trump Administration and never back down from the challenges Rhode Island faces.” Providence, RI (March 24, 2026) — Today, in a new video, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha endorsed Xay Khamsyvoravong for Lieutenant Governor. “I’m endorsing Xay for Lieutenant Governor, because […]Read More
Their AI-powered app propelled them to victory By Jeff Theodore Within the span of 24 hours, a team of four RIC students beat out their competitors at URI’s first hack-a-thon held Feb. 21-22. The event drew more than 100 student participants from colleges and universities across New England. There were 39 teams and nine winners […]Read More
Street sweeping returns to Pawtucket starting March 30th. Street cleaning will occur during the first two recycling weeks of the monthly collection schedule. On-street parking will be prohibited on street cleaning days from 7 AM – 3 PM. Please move your vehicle to avoid towing and fines, and help keep our streets clean. Thank you […]Read More
On Saturday, March 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the City of Pawtucket will host a large-scale job fair at 100 Freight Street, bringing together more than 40 employers from across Rhode Island and the region. Whether you are actively seeking a new position, considering a career change, or simply exploring your options, this event is […]Read More
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