Are You in A Floodplain? Find Out Here

The Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency offers a floodplain mapping tool to zero in on your neighborhood.

Bristol Gets OK to Intervene in PUC Application for Ferry Service

The next public hearing on A&R Marine's application for a new ferry service to Prudence Island from Bristol is scheduled for Dec. 5.

Are You Smart Enough To Be An American?

Take this exam to see if you would qualify for U.S. citizenship.

New Poll Shows Voter Opposition to Sakonnet Bridge Toll

A new, statewide poll shows a majority of Rhode Islander voters oppose the toll placed on the new Sakonnet River Bridge.

Google Agrees to Pay RI $230,000 to Settle Claims

Multistate settlement also implements policy changes.

Tiverton Sees 'Worst Performance' on Pension Return

What Child Care Costs Mean for You and Your Family

Three Ways the Shutdown Hurt the Economy

A recent report from Washington lays out damage done by last month’s government shutdown.

What's Open and Closed This Veterans Day

Here's a look at what's open and closed this Monday, Nov. 11.

FDA Targets Trans Fat in Processed Foods

Measure would remove artificially manufactured fats from ingredients’ lists

SOUND OFF: Who Should Be Tiverton's Next Town Administrator?

After the surprise resignation of Tiverton's town administrator Monday, who do you think the Town Council should appoint as an interim town administrator?

Don't Choose Between Heating and Eating

The federal government has released $20 million to Rhode Island for home energy assistance.

Tiverton Town Administrator Unexpectedly Steps Down During Investigation

Tiverton Town Administrator James Goncalo unexpectedly announced his retirement Monday night.

Tiverton Town Administrator Unexpectedly Steps Down During Investigation

Tiverton Town Administrator James Goncalo unexpectedly announced his retirement Monday night.

Mayor Fung Announces Bid For Governor

Health Inspections: Atlantic Sports Pub, Moulin Rouge

News Report Shows Employee Working on Property on Town Time

State Police are investigating a complaint about Tiverton's maintenance director Robert Martin. A TV news investigation recently aired their own report.

FAA Allows Most Electronic Devices Throughout Flights

Special Meeting Scheduled To Discuss Stafford Pond Activities

Tiverton Breaks Ground on New Library

Should Marijuana be Legal? Debate Rages On

Marijuana has been decriminalized in Rhode island. Should full legalization be next?

Don't Get Caught With Your Sox Down

Scammers are looking to take advantage of Red Sox fans' excitement, Rhode Island's attorney general warns.

Representative Seeks Audit of RITBA Finances

Rep. Dennis Canario (Dist. 71, Portsmouth, Tiverton, Little Compton) recommends a forensic audit of the quasi-governmental agency, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority.

DOT To Rebuild Skinny Sakonnet Boat Ramp

The Department of Transportation has agreed to rebuild a boat ramp found to be too small for most vessels.

Back to Work: Government Shutdown is Over

Congress votes to reopen government, raise the debt ceiling.

PUC Sets Hearing for Proposed Ferry Service

The RI Public Utilities and Carriers Commission sets Oct. 29 as the hearing date for an application for a new ferry service to Prudence Island.

Say It Ain't So! Shutdown Hurts Beer Supply

The government office in charge of approving new craft beers and breweries has closed leaving some small breweries in limbo.

RITBA To Drivers Without E-ZPass: Expect a Bill

The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has established a new policy to collect its 10-cent toll on the Sakonnet River Bridge.

Plan to Pay More to Heat Your Home This Winter

More than 90 percent of homeowners in the U.S. will see higher heating expenses this year.

Majority of 800 Local Furloughed Navy Workers Return to Work Monday

The Pentagon announced Saturday it would call most of its 350,000 furloughed civilian workers across the country back to their jobs.

Strong Winds Predicted For Monday Afternoon

Monday's strong winds could cause power outages.

Great Places Workshop Scheduled For Tuesday

Tiverton Woman Among First To Enroll in 'Obamacare'

Effects of Government Shutdown Reach Astronomical Proportions

Mars rover in danger of going dark thanks to furloughs at NASA.

1,500 Local Residents Could Lose Food Benefits With Shutdown

Approximately 1,500 residents in Tiverton and Little Compton could lose food assistance, depending on how long the federal shutdown continues.

Is Assault Rifle Raffle Appropriate for GOP?

The state Republican Party plans to raffle off an M-16 style weapon Sunday. Is this an an appropriate fundraiser for a political party? Tell us in comments.

Local Residents Voice Outrage Over Shutdown

While Tuesday's shutdown will not impact any parks or locations in Tiverton and Little Compton, local residents are still mad over the government decision Tuesday.

Rhode Islanders to Feel Shutdown's Impact

Food stamps, child care services and small business assistance could all be canceled or delayed if the federal government shutdown is prolonged.

Government Shutdown Could Close National Parks, Historic Sites

The Roger Williams Memorial and Blackstone River Valley National Corridor are among those that may be impacted by a shutdown.

Great Places Workshop Scheduled For Tiverton

A Great Places workshop will be held Tuesday, Oct. 8, at Sandywoods Farm in Tiverton.