Rhode Island hikers rescued from icy White Mtn. trail

LINCOLN, N.H. (WCAX) - New Hampshire authorities say two Rhode Island hikers needed to be rescued on Thursday night from near the top of the Flume Slide in Franconia Notch. New Hampshire Fish and Game says they got a call around 2:15 p.m. that, due to the …

Rhode Island’s largest venture capital fund urges more support for the state’s innovation economy

The Slater Technology Fund celebrated its 25th birthday last night, and it has grown into Rhode Island’s largest venture capital fund. The organization also just released its 25-year impact report, which includes a call to action to policy makers and …

Rhode Island Lawmakers Advance Key Bills, Honor Ruggerio at State House

STATE HOUSE — Lawmakers marked a week of tributes and policy moves at the General Assembly, ranging from honoring a late Senate leader to advancing bills on health care, education, public safety and climate. Senate honors Ruggerio: The Senate chamber was …

SEE IT: Alabama, Rhode Island practice before NCAA Tournament game

Updated March 20, 2026, 4:23 p.m. CT Alabama Crimson Tide forward Essence Cody (21) and Alabama Crimson Tide guard Reychel Douglas (5) laugh during practice before the 2026 NCAA Women's March Madness basketball tournament at the KFC Yum Center In …

Rhode Island company helps build the core of MLB baseballs

The making of a Major League Baseball starts long before the first pitch — and part of that process begins in a Rhode Island mill with roots stretching back more than a century.At The Brickle Group in Woonsocket, a third-generation textile company is …

Is Nick Schorsch the Monopoly Man of Rhode Island?

Nick Schorsch in his office located above the Audrain Automobile Museum in Newport. Photography by Andy DelGiudice Walking into Olneyville N.Y. System — the Providence wiener joint marked by a giant neon “EAT” sign hanging over Plainfield Street — a …

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Rhode Island Weather for March 20, 2026

Morning starts chilly but improving, with temperatures in the low to mid 30s°F shortly after sunrise, rising steadily under mostly sunny to partly cloudy skies. Winds are light to moderate from the south or southwest, around 5-15 mph, bringing a milder …

Prudence Island ferry fares could more than double

By Jim McGaw PORTSMOUTH — A proposed fare increase for ferry service to Prudence Island and other Bay Islands is drawing attention from regular riders, with operator A&R Marine Corp. seeking approval for significant rate hikes across nearly all …

Alabama and Rhode Island play in first round of NCAA Tournament

Rhode Island Rams (28-4, 19-2 A-10) vs. Alabama Crimson Tide (23-10, 9-10 SEC) Louisville, Kentucky; Saturday, 2:30 p.m. EDT BOTTOM LINE: Alabama plays in the first round of the NCAA Tournament against Rhode Island. The Crimson Tide have gone 9-10 against …