Volunteers placed 1,000 physically distanced flags on Boston Common for Memorial Day while beaches, barbers and hair salons reopen in Massachusetts. A sole veteran accompanied by police escorts marched in downtown Portland, Maine, and placed a flag at Monument Square on Monday, in place of t…
A lawyer for the family of a Connecticut murder suspect pleaded Monday for his surrender as police involved in a multi-state search for the 23-year-old college student circulated a photo of a person matching his description walking along railroad tracks in Pennsylvania.
WESTERLY — For Westerly police recruits David F. Fernandes, Dylan P. Turner and Mitchell F. Carrier, Memorial Day weekend was supposed to be one of celebration.
KINGSTON — News of the arrival in North America of a non-native insect with the terrifying colloquial name of "murder hornet" has alarmed residents around the country. But a University of Rhode Island entomologist said there is little reason for Rhode Islanders to worry about them.
Volunteers placed 1,000 physically distanced flags on Boston Common for Memorial Day while beaches, barbers and hair salons reopen in Massachusetts and two state beaches in Rhode Island open, all with restrictions.
PROVIDENCE — Elected officials, businesses and others are depending on coronavirus testing and infection-rate data as states reopen so that they will know if a second wave of contagion is coming — and whether another round of stay-at-home orders or closings might be needed.
An anticipated reduction in the number of travelers this Memorial Day weekend has not resulted in call volume for Connecticut State Police.
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WESTERLY
What could you do if you sprained your ankle during the COVID-19 pandemic? Or if you suffer a bad cut? You may feel that the last place you want to visit these days is a hospital. But do you have options? Maybe it’s time to learn more about light therapy. It’s sometimes called low-level lase…
In recent Westerly Sun editions, letters were published from Ruth Platner and Michael Chambers, members of the Charlestown Citizens Alliance (CCA), asking voters to vote yes for the Charlestown budget. Both referenced letters I had written urging Charlestown citizens to vote down the propose…
Some traditions just cannot be canceled or go unrecognized, especially Memorial Day.
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — The winning numbers in Monday evening's drawing of the Rhode Island Lottery's "Numbers Evening" game were:
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Coronavirus hospitalizations in Connecticut increased slightly on Sunday, with five new admissions making for a total of 706, according to state data released Monday.
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — These Connecticut lotteries were drawn Monday:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Monday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Day" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Monday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play3 Day" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Monday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Lucky Links Day" game were:
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — The winning numbers in Monday afternoon's drawing of the Rhode Island Lottery's "Numbers Midday" game were:
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — These Rhode Island lotteries were drawn Monday:
EASTHAM, Mass. (AP) — The Cape Cod National Seashore is getting nearly $12 million in building rehabilitation and septic system improvements.
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Lucky Links Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play3 Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Cash 5" game were:
BOSTON (AP) — Religious leaders are taking steps to protect their congregations as services resume in Massachusetts and Vermont. An iconic Connecticut pizza shop is adding outdoor dining as part of a plan to aid businesses impacted by the coronavirus.
WESTERLY — Over time, Lido J. Mochetti pieced together the story of the father he never knew, but a surprise phone call he received a few years ago would animate the tale of military valor and provide an important keepsake.
WOOD RIVER JCT. — When the COVID-19 pandemic forced schools to close, 40 members of the Chariho High School Theatre Company were deep in rehearsals for their spring production, the musical version of "The Hunchback of Notre Dame."
Everybody dreams of being on “Jeopardy!” one day, right? If you’ve ever thought about making that dream a reality, you’ve probably wondered how contestants prepare. Sure, some players may simply absorb information through everyday life and have a Slumdog Millionaire-like experience, but most…
STONINGTON — All dogs over six months owned by Stonington residents must be licensed by Tuesday, June 30, for the 2020-2021 year. Reminder post cards will be mailed on May 26. Due to the coronavirus, the Stonington Town Hall is not open to the public. All renewals must be done by mail or pla…
KINGSTON — The University of Rhode Island Couple and Family Therapy Clinic is offering support for parents, children, adolescents, couples and individuals facing the challenges of adjusting to the demands brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
On Sunday past, three of us wanted to briefly socialize together at Honey Dew with take-out snacks. We were not permitted to sit outside in front of their establishment, so we had our coffees standing by our cars in the back, talking with our masks on. Two employees came out to tell us we we…
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday evening's drawing of the Rhode Island Lottery's "Numbers Evening" game were:
WILLINGTON, Conn. (AP) — The search for a 23-year-old University of Connecticut senior suspected in two slayings and believed to be armed with several stolen guns had stretched from Connecticut to New Jersey and Pennsylvania on Sunday, state police said.
ATLANTA (AP) — One was a 94-year-old veteran of World War II who was the first of his 11 brothers to enlist in the military. One was a Vietnam veteran who lost his leg overseas and was always touched when people thanked him for his service. Another was drafted into the military at 18 and was…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — Elected officials, businesses and others are depending on coronavirus testing and infection-rate data as states reopen so that they will know if a second wave of contagion is coming — and whether another round of stay-at-home orders or closings might be needed.
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Day" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play3 Day" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Lucky Links Day" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — These Connecticut lotteries were drawn Sunday:
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — The winning numbers in Sunday afternoon's drawing of the Rhode Island Lottery's "Numbers Midday" game were:
CRANSTON, R.I. (AP) — These Rhode Island lotteries were drawn Sunday:
BOSTON (AP) — A Massachusetts bill that would pressure companies to refund the cost of school trips cancelled because of the coronavirus emergency will be the subject of a virtual public hearing.
BOSTON (AP) — Massachusetts has won approval to participate in a pilot program designed to let households that receive food assistance benefits through the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program purchase groceries online with Electronic Benefit Transfer cards.
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play4 Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Play3 Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Lucky Links Night" game were:
ROCKY HILL, Conn. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the Connecticut Lottery's "Cash 5" game were:
ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — The winning numbers in Saturday evening's drawing of the "Powerball" game were:
BOSTON (AP) — Major hospitals in Maine's largest city experienced an uptick in coronavirus hospitalizations; Roman Catholics in New Hampshire can begin receiving Holy Communion again in parishes that follow certain safety guidelines; Vermont’s largest annual event has been canceled for the f…
WESTERLY — A 30-part podcast with several Westerly connections was honored recently with one of the most prestigious awards in broadcast and digital journalism.
STONINGTON — With a $71.5 million budget in place for the coming fiscal year, members of the Board of Selectmen are turning their focus to the future.
