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Rhode Island lawmakers are backing legislation to put certified librarians in every public school after research showed they boost reading scores and student success. The Save Our Rhode Island School Libraries Act would ensure every student gets daily library access and professional support.
A Rhode Island high school baseball team just clinched their division championship in a season that brought their community together. The East Greenwich Avengers captured the Division II state title, capping off weeks of playoff excitement across the state.
Five thousand Scottish soccer fans staying in Providence, Rhode Island couldn't afford Boston hotels, so they turned a budget workaround into a charity fundraising movement. The Tartan Army has raised over $23,000 for local children's hospitals and mental health services while bringing new life to America's smallest state.
A new offshore wind farm promises to cut electricity costs for Rhode Island residents while reducing reliance on volatile natural gas prices. Revolution Wind will supply 18% of the state's power at predictable rates that could save ratepayers hundreds of millions.
University of Rhode Island researchers discovered a thriving community of rare freshwater mussels in the Moosup River, the first documented find in over three decades. The discovery signals surprisingly healthy water quality in a region where freshwater ecosystems have long been overlooked.
When 3 feet of snow buried Rhode Island neighborhoods for days, volunteers grabbed shovels and cleared driveways for those who couldn't do it themselves. Grassroots networks are proving that neighbors still look out for each other.
Scarlett Biancuzzo, a Barrington High School graduate passionate about broadcast journalism, received a four-year scholarship worth up to $60,000 from Ocean State Media. The scholarship supports aspiring journalists in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts, with applications for 2026 now open until April 13. ##
Giant offshore wind turbines are successfully powering over a million homes across Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York. Despite political headwinds, America's offshore wind industry is becoming a commercial reality along the East Coast.
A new mental health care model in Rhode Island is helping thousands more people get treatment, with early data showing real improvements in people's lives. Eight community clinics across the state are making it easier to access care and helping people stay healthier at home.
When dozens of parrots were found living in a New Hampshire barn without heat or water, Rhode Island Parrot Rescue mobilized to save every single bird. All 71 parrots are now safe and recovering.
A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department cannot force Rhode Island to hand over voter records, protecting citizen privacy. The decision marks the fifth state where courts have defended local election control against federal overreach.
A former landfill in Rhode Island is now powering 600 homes with clean energy, proving that yesterday's waste sites can become tomorrow's green energy hubs. The 5.7 megawatt solar array avoids nearly 4,000 tons of carbon emissions annually while pumping $4.4 million into the local economy.
A small Rhode Island farm grows 14 tons of organic vegetables annually for food pantries, powered almost entirely by volunteers and teen interns. Now they're looking for more helping hands to feed hungry families this season.
When an autistic barista had his $20 tip jar stolen, his Rhode Island community responded by filling it with $900 in two days. The overwhelming support left Michael Coyne speechless and renewed his mother's faith in humanity.
Athletes from Pacific Island nations are rewriting record books across half a dozen sports, with history-making performances from the Solomon Islands to Northern Mariana Islands. From eight-minute personal bests to groundbreaking professional contracts, Pacific excellence is having a global moment.
World Rugby just unveiled an ambitious six-year plan to inject over $1 billion into the sport, with a special focus on growing women's rugby and expanding into the massive U.S. market. The strategy leads up to the 2031 Men's Rugby World Cup in America and promises to transform how the sport invests in players, competitions, and communities worldwide.
A man shoveling snow in Providence discovered a large exotic lizard buried alive under nearly two feet of snow after last week's massive winter storm. Thanks to quick thinking and a team of caring rescuers, "Frankie" the tegu is now recovering from frostbite and getting stronger every day.
A 50-year-old Providence apartment building just got a complete climate upgrade that will slash energy bills and emissions. The entire 194-unit senior housing complex was retrofitted with heat pumps in less than two weeks.
A massive offshore wind farm just started delivering clean electricity to New England homes, marking a major comeback for U.S. renewable energy after recent federal setbacks. The 704-megawatt project is now 93% complete and represents one of the most powerful offshore wind developments in American history.
A group of middle schoolers didn't just learn about farming in a classroom. They designed an entire 5-acre working farm that now feeds hundreds of families while teaching 700 students real-world skills.
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