Winter Weather Forecast for Rhode Island

The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration released its annual winter weather outlook.

NASA Rocket Launch That May Be Visible Over Rhode Island Set For Tonight

The Orbital ATK Antares rocket with cargo for the International Space Station will be launched into space from Virginia.

Land Trusts Receive Grants from Newport Foundation

Seven land trusts, located within a 100-mile radius of New York and Boston, will share grants totaling a million dollars.

Relocation is Still Best Option for Cliff the Coyote, RI SPCA Chief Says

Cliff the coyote is still supposed to be relocated to a zoo.

Sail Newport Breaks Ground on New Education and Recreation Center at Fort Adams

With permits and a $1m grant in hand, Sail Newport broke ground on Monday for a new state-of-the-art marine education and recreation center.

City Installs New Lights in Storer Park Next to Hunter House

The city has installed decorative lights in Storer Park, the pocket park next to the Goat Island Causeway.

Ballard Park to Offer Guided Hiking Tours

Newport's only nature preserve is inviting people to explore the park on a guided hiking tour Sept. 17.

Perseid Meteor Shower Reaches Peak over Northeast Tonight

Skies are hazy but hundreds of shooting stars per hour will still be visible from most of Rhode Island, Massachusetts and New Hampshire.

Explore Miantonomi Park on Sundays This August

A chance to get out of the house and experience some history in the great outdoors.

Obituary: Christine E. (Antonelli) Loffredo, 93, Savvy Businesswoman

Loffredo, 93, died peacefully on Monday surrounded by family. She was the owner of Kristina Shoes on Bellevue Avenue for 30 years.

Free Guided Hikes Continue This Weekend at Norman Bird Sanctuary

There are only three left this year! Register now to reserve your spot.

NBS Owl Prowls Filling Up!

Don't miss this popular program that includes a night hike and chance to meet a Barred Owl up close!

Learn your "Bird Feeding Basics" this Thursday!

Join NBS educator and avid birder Matt Schenck for a fun interactive program designed to cover a wide range of topics.

Norman Bird Sanctuary's Annual Winter Birding Day Trip Returns

This January join NBS staff for Winter Rarities, a day of visiting birding hotspots around the region!

Free Guided Hikes at the Norman Bird Sanctuary

Discover nature in a whole new way every other Sunday on the beautiful trails of the Norman Bird Sanctuary!

Hurricane Joaquin Upgraded to Category 4 Storm

The storm continues to grow in intensity. The East Coast continues to prepare for potential impact as the storm travels up the coast.

Fall Wildflowers

This Saturday - learn basic wildflower identification and head out for a short hike along the trails of the beautiful Norman Bird Sanctuary.

Dragons & Damsels

Join us at the Norman Bird Sanctuary to observe and learn about dragonflies and damselflies!

Rip Current Risk Elevated Along RI Coast

The National Weather Service announced its risk level alert Thursday.

Teen Green Deadline Friday

Trail Docents & Hiking Program invites teens to master the trails at the Norman Bird Sanctuary.

Nature Observation Mapping

Observe, listen, relax and destress, this Sunday at the Norman Bird Sanctuary

Butterfly Count at the Norman Bird Sanctuary

Experienced and beginner butterfly enthusiasts are invited to help us observe butterflies on the property for citizen science!

Heavy rain expected around RI

The rain should start after 9 p.m. and continue through Sunday; thunderstorms possible.

WEATHER UPDATE: Parts of Rhode Island Under Tornado Watch

With high humidity and storms moving eastward after pummeling parts of the midwest Monday, things could get rough for our area.

Birding Basics Pt. 3 - Breeding Behavior

Learn and explore at the Norman Bird Sanctuary at the third installment of Birding Basics!

Summer Sunset Lecture Series Pt. 1 - Geology

Watch the sunset from Hanging Rock next Thursday, June 18th!

Spring Plant Walk

Everything's in bloom! Take a walk at the Norman Bird Sanctuary and learn about plants on the trail along the way.

SSV Oliver Hazard Perry Comes to Fort Adams Next Week

It's her first-ever visit to her new, permanent berth as the Ocean State's Official Sailing Vessel.

Spring Migration EcoTour

Celebrate the arrival of spring with a day of birdwatching at hotspots around the region!

Eyes on Amphibians

Join us at the Norman Bird Sanctuary for a fun evening of nature exploration.

Heavy Rain Will Lead to 'Significant' Snowmelt

Rain will be heavy at times on Thursday.

ICC Volunteers Clean Up Coastal Rhode Island

More than 2,000 volunteers picked up trash and debris for the 29th International Coastal Cleanup earlier in September.

BJ's Wholesale Club Joins EPA's Food Recovery Challenge

The company is the first wholesale club to commit nationwide to EPA’s Food Recovery Challenge.

VIDEO: Behind the Scenes of Disney's 'Bears'

The film hopes to inspire viewers to experience national parks.

10 Ways to Celebrate Earth Day All Year

Earth Day is this Tuesday, April 22. Here's some ways you can help the earth any day.

See 'Bears' Opening Week and Help the National Park Foundation

Disneynature will make a donation to the National Park Foundation for each ticket sold during opening week.

National Bike Month Rolls into Town

Pump up your tires and lube your chain - time to spin away those polar vortex pounds.

Disney Bears: A 1-Mile Walk to Feast on Food

A mile might not seem like much to travel to get food in your town, but for Bears it can be an arduous journey.

How Energy Efficient Are Your City's Buildings?

The EPA ranked the top 25 metropolitan areas with the most Energy Star certified buildings.

Grow a Nutritious Garden in a Pot

Here's a great way to start a small garden at home.