VOA News France is planning to make make another push to resolve the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, but has warned that if its efforts fail, it will recognize a Palestinian state. French Foreign Minister Laurent Fabius told French diplomats on Friday that in the coming weeks, Paris will try to organize an international conference to «bring about […]readmore
Pictures shared on social media purport to show people running away from the mosque attack. (Al Arabiya) Edward Yeranian Last updated on: January 29, 2016 12:02 PM CAIRO—Attackers wearing suicide belts and carrying assault rifles targeted a Shi’ite mosque in eastern Saudi Arabia during Friday prayer services, killing five people and wounding 18 others. It […]readmore
Rhode Island – Gina Raimondo la gobernadora de Rhode Island emitió una orden para que la bandera estatal sea bajada a media asta el sábado 6 de febrero hasta el lunes 8, en honor a los años como alcalde de la ciudad de Providence. El velorio, será el 6 y 7 de febrero en la […]readmore
CENTRAL FALLS – The Adams Public Library and the Central Falls police department have collaborated on a new monthly program called “Coffee with a Cop”. Coffee with a Cop is on a mission to improve trust and build relationships – one cup of coffee at a time. The police chief, or member of his command […]readmore
“My thoughts and prayers go out to former Mayor Buddy Cianci’s family, friends and loved ones. He was a colorful part of Providence’s fabric, and his love for our capital city never wavered.”readmore
Rhode Island – Colonel Michael J. Winquist, Chief of the Cranston Police Department, announces that two suspects have been arrested and charged for a shooting that occurred at the Farmington Terrace Apartment complex in Cranston. On January 23, 2016, at approximately 2:34 a.m., several 911 calls were received from residents who reported hearing gun shots […]readmore
EAST PROVIDENCE – January 28, 2016 – The Boys & Girls Club of East Providence (EPBGC) will hold a ceremonial ribbon cutting to open its new 3,000-square-foot «Saint-Gobain Wing» at its facility in East Providence. This new Saint-Gobain Wing will expand the current facility and allow EPBGC to create new youth afterschool and workforce development […]readmore
CENTRAL FALLS – On January 28, 2016, during the early morning hours, Central Falls police detective along with members of the patrol bureau converged upon 60 Sylvian Street to execute fugitive warrants on brothers wanted in connection with felony charges involving a handgun. Albaro Morales, 39, and his younger brother Angel Morales, 27, were located […]readmore
Mayor Fung’s Statement on the Passing of Mayor Vincent A. Buddy Cianci, Jr. January 28, 2016- Cranston Mayor Allan W. Fung issued the following statement in regards to the passing of former Mayor Vincent A. «Buddy» Cianci, Jr.: «Today, I ordered the city flags lowered to half-staff in honor of Cranston native and former Providence […]readmore
«Today is a sad day as our city mourns the loss of its longest-serving mayor,» said Council President Luis Aponte. «We extend our deepest sympathies to his family and friends. Mayor Cianci’s shadow looms large over the City of Providence. His brilliant mind, charisma, passion, and love for Providence are woven into his legacy. » […]readmore