Providence police are investigating an incident in which shots were fired into a home early Saturday morning. Just before 3 a.m., officers responded to a report of gunfire on Ophelia Street. Upon arrival, they discovered damage to the front door of a residence…
Bishop Bruce Lewandowski ordained two new priests, Reverend Mateusz Christopher Puzanowski and Reverend Vincent Jeremiah "Jay" Zizza, during a ceremony at the Cathedral of Saints Peter and Paul in Providence, Rhode Island. The ordination took place on Saturday…
A man from Rhode Island is recovering after being diagnosed with Powassan virus, a rare tick-borne illness, the Rhode Island Department of Health reported. Powassan virus is transmitted through the bite of infected ticks and can cause severe neurological sympt…
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley appeared on 12 News at 4 on Friday to discuss the effects of the World Cup on the city. During the interview, he addressed how the international event has influenced Providence, highlighting both the challenges and opportunities i…
On June 24, candidates for the Providence City Council filed their declarations of candidacy before the 4 p.m. deadline at City Hall. Eligibility requires candidates to be registered Providence voters residing in their ward for at least 30 days prior to filing…
On June 5, the Rhode Island House of Representatives approved a $750,000 budget amendment supporting multilingual education through the Support and Access to Bilingual Education (SABE) Act, sponsored by Rep. David Morales. The act aims to increase the number o…
The Providence Children’s Museum is celebrating its 49th anniversary by hosting a special event called the "Free Day of Play" on Saturday, June 27. In partnership with Centreville Bank, the museum will offer families free admission for the day. This collaborat…
Trinity Repertory Company has announced auditions for children to participate in its 50th annual production of "A Christmas Carol." The theater is preparing early for the holiday season, inviting young performers to join the cherished tradition. Alongside the…
ENGin, a global nonprofit organization, is seeking volunteers to support Ukrainians in improving their English skills through authentic conversations. Volunteers commit to one-hour weekly video meetings for at least 12 weeks, with flexible scheduling options.…
Caritas Smile, an organization dedicated to supporting underserved communities through international service trips, is seeking a volunteer grant writer. The volunteer will be responsible for writing and submitting grant proposals to foundations, organizations,…
Art League RI, a nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting art enthusiasts with some of Rhode Island’s top artists, is seeking volunteers to support its fundraising activities. The organization is particularly interested in individuals with experience in…
Revolve Dance Project is marking its fifth season with a special event on June 28 at The Strand Theatre in Providence. The celebration will feature live music alongside dance performances, highlighting the company’s artistic growth and community engagement ove…
