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Lizzie McDaniels packed her belongings and quickly left the elaborate 1,800-acre Rancocas Stables in Johnstown, New Jersey, where she lived. She couldn’t get to Rhode Island fast enough to suit … more
Some people might not realize this, but there’s a case to be made that colleges and universities all over the country have had a direct impact on rock music for nearly half a century. Back in … more
Tamales are a traditional Mesoamerican dish made of a masa dough and fillings, and then steamed in a corn husk or banana leaves. While tamales certainly are delicious, the time-consuming nature of … more
20 Years Ago Brian Dennehy lit up the Trinity stage with his portrayal with two performances as a drunken Irishman and a fast-talking loser in “A Pound of Flesh” and … more
I am basking in the Mexican sun as I write this, albeit safely sitting under a bamboo umbrella to avoid getting a sunburn.  Watching people from my seat is quite entertaining, with people of all … more
After writing a few articles about our live-fire studies of Revolutionary War-era arms, one was shared on an archaeology social media page and a question was asked about flints: Were the flints being … more
Coco is in search of a loving, kind and patient home! She would also love to have a doggie friend to help build her confidence. She is shy when you first meet her, but she has so much love inside … more
In the quest to achieve and maintain a healthy weight, many individuals consider weight loss medications as part of their strategy. With the growing popularity of these medications, a lot of … more
Timothy J. “Timmy” Chant, a beloved husband, father, brother, educator, coach, and friend passed away Sunday, February 25, 2024. He shared 31 years of marriage with his best friend and … more
James M. Wayss 63, passed away peacefully on March 3, 2024, with his loving family by his side. Born in Providence, he was the son of Paul R. Wayss and the late Jacquelyn M. (Streker) Wayss. … more
Packing winds of nearly 70 MPH and more than two inches of rain, Monday’s southeaster caused extensive flooding along Warwick’s 39 miles of shoreline, downed trees and fortunately … more
The intense heat of the summer of 2022 affected water quality in ponds, lakes, rivers and streams throughout Rhode Island, as well at sites in Connecticut, Massachusetts and New York. But 2023 was … more
Donald Louis Westberg, 80, of East Greenwich, passed away on Wednesday, February 28, 2024. Born in Providence, he was the son of the late Carl E. and Alice I. (Aldrich) Westberg. Donald proudly … more
Cranston high school students are not likely to know the name Frank Lenox, but rest assured teachers at East and West  have been in contact with him since the beginning of the academic year. … more
By late May those big black pipes snaking down Airport Road and buried at intersections such as Commerce Drive should be gone and a major link in the city’s sewer system conveying about a third … more
Warwick and Cranston police officers attended training courses run by an organization now banned in nine states for its advocacy of unethical policing strategies and discriminatory rhetoric. The … more
At 104 years old, Ele Nora has seen a lot. That didn’t make the birthday celebration held for her on Friday at Avalon Nursing Home any less special, though. Nora, whose grandson, Tony … more
The Warwick Beacon’s Athletes of the Week are the three local grapplers that took home titles in the first-ever RIIL Girls Wrestling State Championships last weekend in Providence. … more
The No. 3 Bishop Hendricken basketball team punched its ticket to the Division I Semifinals after beating Westerly in the prelims and East Providence in the quarters. The Hawks took down … more
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