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Scorching Weather Breaks 71-Year-Old Temperature Record

The temperature reached 99 degrees at T.F. Green Airport, shattering the record of 94 degrees set in 1949.

Opinion: The Many Ways To Vote In Rhode Island

"It’s important to review the many ways you can now vote in Rhode Island," Rep. Deborah Ruggerio said.

Bristol Awarded Federal Grant To Expand Maritime Center

The $623,729 grant came from the US Fish and Wildlife Service's Wildlife and Sport Fish Restoration — Boating Infrastructure Grant Program.

Narragansett, South Kingstown Issue Full Water Ban

All outdoor water usage is banned until further notice, due to dry weather conditions and high demand.