Emma’s Wings & Seafood chain has made its way north to 840 Allens Ave. in Providence, just a few blocks from the Cranston line, on the way home from the Route 95 exit that many commuters …
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Restaurant Review by Don Fowler
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11/29/23
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Mothers’ Day is celebrated on May 12th.
The first traces of Mother’s Day can be found in Greek mythology when goddess Rhea, the mother of Zeus, was honored in spring. In the Middle …
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5/1/24
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Ever since I was a child, I was taught that it is what is on the inside that counts. My dad, in his twisted way of teasing, used to call me ugly, so I always worked hard to make my insides …
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11/29/23
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Cancun Mexico was an incredibly beautiful place for Steven’s wedding. After lounging all week in the delightful sparkling pool, (and lazy river, and water park, and ocean,) it was time for the …
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3/13/24
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Like any other city, Providence has a bit of grit within its vicinity. There are certain aspects that are rough and tumble along with an underbelly where certain things happen that often get covered …
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By ROB DUGUAY
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5/1/24
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After a combined 104 years serving customers, two managers at Twin Oaks Restaurant are finally retiring.
Managers Joe Ferro and Mike Regine worked their last shifts in December before both …
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By KEVIN FITZPATRICK
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1/10/24
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Judith Stillman’s name is known throughout the music world as an outstanding pianist, accompanist and collaborator.
From her “home” at Rhode Island College, she has travelled …
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By Don Fowler
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3/13/24
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Jessie Jacavone wants to spark a Frog City resurgence.
He walked around the second floor of his bare Johnston mill and imagined the 17 luxury apartments he plans to build within the next year.
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By RORY SCHULER
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5/1/24
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Azia Barnes’ “BLKS” gets its Rhode Island premiere, directed by Catia at Pawtucket’s Burbage Theatre.
The 90 minute, no intermission play is performed in the round using …
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Theatre Review by Don Fowler
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11/29/23
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America’s preeminent progressive rock band Kansas is extending their 50th Anniversary Tour to May 2024, including a stop at the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC) on …
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5/8/24
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Rhode Island’s pirates have evolved, crawling from the sea onto land and up your front porch steps.
More than 300 years ago pirates spent their summers trolling the shores of New England, …
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By RORY SCHULER and JOHN HOWELL
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11/29/23
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New Year's Day came and New Year's Day went, taking my good health with it. The holiday season was super busy, visiting with a multitude of relatives and friends, not to mention shopping among …
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1/10/24
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A lot of things have changed since Noah Barreto and his old Warwick based alt-rock band Public Alley shocked the local scene by winning WBRU’s Rock Hunt back in 2015. Sadly that radio station …
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By ROB DUGUAY
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3/13/24
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On September 1, 1874, John Whitford Wilcox placed an announcement in the local newspapers. His brown mare had strayed or been stolen from his barn on Pontiac Avenue and he offered a reward for its …
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5/8/24
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Since I wrote an entire article dedicated to the History of Hot Wheels, it only makes sense to follow it up with the story of their biggest competitor, Matchbox! Actually, since Matchbox came before …
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11/22/23
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In music, some collaborations just seem like no-brainers. This is especially the case when two entities of similar backgrounds come together to create something purely brilliant. An example of this …
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By ROB DUGUAY
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1/10/24
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Warwick Symphony Orchestra will present a series of events across the Ocean State in June featuring music from the Classical and Broadway Stage supported by RI State Council on the Arts and Bank …
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5/8/24
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After morning chores at Hurricane Hill Farm, owner Drake Patten took a moment to appreciate her surroundings.
“What draws the eye is the sheer beauty of the place — its woodlands and …
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By RORY SCHULER
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3/13/24
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It was a sad day last week when we learned of the death of Rhythm and Roots founder Chuck Wentworth.
I first met Chuck when he was in partnership with the original Cajun & Bluegrass Festival …
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By DON FOWLER
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5/8/24
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Bill Hanney’s Theatre By the Sea announces Equity and Non-Equity Adult Auditions for its 2024 Summer Season. Seeking strong singers, dancers, and actors. Performers must be available for all …
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1/10/24
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