Rhode Islanders can drop off tablets, pills, capsules, patches and other solid forms of prescription drugs, along with vaping devices.
The water ban has been in place since June amid the region experiencing a severe drought this summer.
Career Fair set for October 19 in East Providence
South Kingstown police named the compassion dog Leo after receiving nearly 1,000 suggestions from the public.
Olympic swimmers Elizabeth Beisel, Allison Schmitt and Alex Meyer will participate and raise money for Women & Infants Hospital of RI.
Do you want South Kingstown police's new compassion dog to be named Archie, Leo, Murphy or Jackson? See how to vote.
See how you can help name the newest canine critter on the South Kingstown police force.
Nonprofits receiving grants in South Kingstown were the Domestic Violence Resource Center and the Welcome House.
"Dawn of the Monster Mako," aired on the Discovery Channel Friday and stars a Rhode Island couple looking for a massive shark in the Azores.
The Rhode Island Department of Health recommended the closure because of high bacteria levels making it unsafe to swim.
Health officials recommended closing the beach Monday because of high bacteria levels. Those bacteria counts have since returned to normal.
South Kingstown police will hold an open house for candidates to take a tour and get a feel of what it's like to be an officer in town.
The beach, along with Camp Beach in Kingston, were both closed for swimming Thursday over their bacteria levels in the water.
The test is being offered to accommodate places that are hiring college and high school students who had previous school confliction.
Here's information on how to get a parking pass for Rhode Island state beaches, and a guide on which one might be best for you.
South Kingstown police said all proceeds from patch sales will go to Special Olympics Rhode Island.
Alyssa Hiener's Gold Award project"Labyrinth and Mental Health Curriculum provides coping skills for teens living with mental illnesses.
Household hazardous waste, electronic waste, scrap metal and certain household items will be collected for safe disposal or donation.
The project was funded by part of Rhode Island's settlement from Volkswagen's emissions scandal.
Ten projects totaling $2.7 million were chosen from around the state, preserving a total of 400 acres of open space and farmland.
Ten projects were chosen from around the state, preserving a total of 400 acres of open space and farmland.
Throughout the pandemic, Rhode Island has seen a spike in COVID-19 cases after holiday gatherings and parties.
Hikers who ring in the new year with the Department of Environmental Management will receive a special commemorative pin.
Just in time for the holidays!
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Along with the pajamas, dozens of books were collected, along with duffel bags, gloves and mittens, pillows and toys.
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For millions of families, an extravagant holiday meal isn’t on the table this Christmas.
The "Scouting For Food" initiative was held statewide from Oct. 30 to Nov. 6.
Shredding old documents is one way to protect personal, confidential information and minimize ID theft.
14 WWII veterans, 24 Korean War veterans and 22 Vietnam War veterans will fly to Washington, D.C. for a day of celebration and remembrance.
Residents in the Point Judith Water System may experience discoloration and low pressure while flushing is underway.
Donations of new socks, underwear and diapers can be dropped off in the lobby of the police station.
Three runners from Narragansett and South Kingstown competed in this year's race.
National Drug Take-Back Day will be held Oct. 23 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The town partnered with Big Brothers, Big Sisters of Rhode Island to place three clothing donation bins around town.
The Department of Environmental Management will stock ponds around the state between Oct. 1 and 8.
This year's Boston Marathon will look a lot different from years past.
Elizabeth Beisel completed the 10.4 mile swim in honor of her late father, Ted.