Traffic & Transit
Providence-Newport Ferry Facing Mechanical Woes: Patch PM
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Mechanical Issues Delay Providence-Newport Ferry Kickoff
The Providence to Newport fast ferry is being repaired after encountering mechanical issues the day before its 2019 season opener.
Man Charged With Stealing $750k From RI, Mass. ATMs
A Florida man has been arrested after police say he fraudulently withdrew nearly $750,000 from area ATMs.
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Mechanical Issues Delay Providence-Newport Ferry Kickoff
The Providence to Newport fast ferry is being repaired after encountering mechanical issues the day before its 2019 season opener.
Rhode Island Attorney General Warns About Phone Scams
Many scammers target elderly people, pretending to be a grandchild in need of money for an emergency.
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