Rhode Island State Archives to display Declaration of Independence during special holiday hours

Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will be open for special Independence Day hours on July 4 so that the public can view Rhode Island’s three copies of the Declaration of …

Popular Rhode Island restaurant opens new outdoor tent area after devastating fire

Rhode Island Strengthens Laws to Protect Public Shoreline Access

Rhode Island lawmakers are drawing a hard line at the water’s edge. A pair of bills sponsored by Sen. Victoria Gu, Rep. Terri Cortvriend, and Rep. Kathleen Fogarty aimed at protecting the public’s right to access the state’s shoreline were signed into law …

Average gas prices in Rhode Island go down a penny before the holiday

(WJAR) — The average price of gas fell by a penny in Rhode Island this week ahead of the 4th of July holiday. Last week, there was a dramatic rise of 9 cents. According to AAA Northeast, the average gas price in the state is $3.06. AAA Northeast believes …

Rhode Island’s Beloved Hot Dog Spot in Cranston Is Back Open

Wein-O-Rama, the beloved Cranston hot dog joint known for its classic Rhode Island “all the way” weenies, has officially reopened under new ownership, and did it in style. To kick things off, competitive eating champion Geoff Esper stopped by and ate a …

Anchor Medical to close all locations in Rhode Island

(WJAR) — All Anchor Medical locations in Rhode Island will close on Monday. The health care group announced the closure in April. The company said it's because of a shortage of primary care doctors and rising costs. The group said that any medical …

Matunuck Oyster Bar in Rhode Island to reopen as outdoor space

A popular Rhode Island restaurant is ready to welcome back diners after a devastating fire last month, NBC affiliate WJAR-TV reports. The Matunuck Oyster Bar on Succotash Road in South Kingstown was destroyed by the flames on May 20. While the team is …

Beat the heat at these Rhode Island splash pads this summer

Need a place for the kids to play in the water? There a plenty options in Rhode Island. However, for young children who cannot swim yet, a beach, water park or public pool might not be the right fit. Luckily, Rhode Island has plenty of splash pads, …

Rhode Island Barbecue Championship holds final day

Rhode Island State Barbecue Championship. (WLNE)COVENTRY, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island State Barbecue Championship hosted its second and final day Sunday. The event hosted 22 teams of professional grillers from Texas to Maine, and was also a fundraiser …

Portland's Hearts of Pine falter in Rhode Island, suffer 4-1 defeat after slow start

The Hearts of Pine faced their New England neighbors on Friday night. They hit the road to take on Rhode Island, but a slow start puts Rhode Island on top 3-0. In the 63rd minute, Hearts get on the board, courtesy of Titus Washington. From a wide angle, he …