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7+ hour, 43+ min ago (1791+ words) A road trip once left me hungry, a little lost, and completely at the mercy of my rumbling stomach, and Rhode Island stepped in with flavor that felt like a warm handshake from an old friend. What started as a simple search for something quick turned into a string of discoveries'each stop becoming a memory you could practically taste, the kind that transforms an unplanned detour into a personal tradition you look for on every return. Here, legendary dishes carry stories in every bite and a hint of direction in every crumb. Come along as we follow a trail of fame your appetite will eagerly verify. The first snap of the casing tells you this line is worth every minute of waiting. I watched the counter crew at 18 Plainfield Street, Providence, RI 02909 stack buns like a quick moving chorus and…...

8+ hour, 28+ min ago (1756+ words) Rhode Island has always been a state with a big personality packed into a tiny package, and nowhere is that more obvious than in its food scene. From the beaches to the backroads, locals have been munching on unique snacks that somehow never made it onto the national radar. These forgotten treats are packed with flavor, history, and that unmistakable Ocean State charm that deserves way more attention than it gets. Whether you grew up in Providence or just love discovering regional food gems, get ready to rediscover the snacks that made Rhode Island special. Golden, crispy, and packed with chopped clams, these fritters are the ultimate Rhode Island beach snack that somehow fell off everyone's radar. Every bite delivers a perfect crunch on the outside while staying tender and flavorful on the inside. You can find them at seafood…...

10+ hour, 33+ min ago (616+ words) After heating up in the second period, the Massachusetts women's club hockey team defeated Rhode Island 5-0 on Friday night. The Minutewomen (6-6-2) closed the door on the Rams (2-8) after the first period, locked it and threw away the key. "We're looking to carry over the effort [from tonight]," head coach Bill Wright said. "The attention to detail just has to be reinforced." Ivorie Arguin, an Amherst, Mass. native, opened the scoring for UMass in the second period during a big battle at the net. With half of the players on the ice batting at the puck, the hometown hero won out and put in the game's first goal. Minutes later, Kelsie Partridge grabbed the puck on a breakaway and confidently made her way through the offensive zone. She closed in on the net and faked out Rhode Island goaltender Amelia Lambert…...

17+ hour, 48+ min ago (932+ words) PROVIDENCE " City officials are at odds about the use of taxpayer funds to pay for a staffer to travel to a Democratic Socialists of America Fund event this weekend, after Providence's internal auditor alleged in a review that the funds were misappropriated and should be paid back. Gina Costa, the internal auditor, said both the upcoming conference and travel to a Local Progress Impact Lab conference over the summer, which three staffers attended, should not have been covered with city funds. But the city's municipal integrity officer disagreed in an opinion Wednesday, writing that there was no evidence presented in the review that staffers were conducting campaign activities on the trips. The allegations revolve around the City Council's relatively new debit card, the use of which was suspended in September by the city treasurer because of questions about its use....

19+ hour, 7+ min ago (66+ words) Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed told 12 News Reporter Ethan Logue he was deeply disturbed by what he saw regarding a US military strike on an alleged drug boat back on September 2. Rhode Island Senator Jack Reed told 12 News Reporter Ethan Logue he was deeply disturbed by what he saw regarding a US military strike on an alleged drug boat back on September 2....

20+ hour, 36+ min ago (419+ words) December is the season for nonconference rivalry games in college basketball, but due to increasing roster turnover, players on Rhode Island and Providence are much less accustomed to their rivalry than the schools' fans. Coach Kim English and Providence (5-4) will try to avoid a repeat of last year when they host Rhode Island (7-2) on Saturday afternoon. English arrived from George Mason in 2023-24 and has split the first two editions of the Ocean State Rivalry under his watch. After a 15-point win in 2023, the Friars headed to URI's campus and were handed a 69-63 loss. "I think our two games against Rhode Island have been very competitive," English said this week. "High-intensity and competitive and fiery games." The only Friars to play in that game who are still on the team are No. 4 scorer Corey Floyd Jr. (11.1 points per game) and starting…...

22+ hour, 48+ min ago (35+ words) The holiday season was always my favorite time of year when I lived in Rhode Island. An annual shopping trip to Wickford was something we looked forward to, along with seeing "A Christmas Carol" at ......

1+ day, 2+ hour ago (34+ words) Fleming's Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in the Omni at 1 Exchange Place in Providence is both a wine bar and a steakhouse. While their steakhouse competition all offer extensive wine lists of bottles, ......

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (46+ words) Pilot program RI AnchorHome was announced Thursday to help Rhode Islanders purchase a home easier through increased access to affordable and sustainable mortgages. Pilot program RI AnchorHome was announced Thursday to help Rhode Islanders purchase a home easier through increased access to affordable and sustainable mortgages....

1+ day, 5+ hour ago (50+ words) Police say a man arrested in Cranston admitted to more than a dozen armed robberies in Providence, Cranston, Johnston, and Woonsocket dating back to 2019. Police say a man arrested in Cranston admitted to more than a dozen armed robberies in Providence, Cranston, Johnston, and Woonsocket dating back to 2019....