Call volumes taxing HealthSource before deadline
By News Staffnews@abc6.comThe Associated PressThe head of Rhode Island's new health insurance marketplace says "exceptionally high'' call volumes and walk-in traffic are stretching its ability to enr
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Celts Lose Ugly at Toronto
DeMar DeRozan scored 21 points, Jose Calderon had 17 points and 14 rebounds and the Toronto Raptors beat Boston 86-74 on Friday for their third win in the past 20 meetings with the Celtics.
Patriots Trim Roster to 53 Players: Kyle Dugger Makes Team, Cole Strange Cut
The New England Patriots announced today a series of roster moves to reach the mandatory 53-man roster limit. The Patriots released 21 players…
Patriots Release 14 Players Including Three Recent Draft Picks
The New England Patriots announced today a series of roster moves by releasing 14 players. The Patriots released the following players: TE Jaheim Bell, RB Micah Bernard,…
Wegimont placed on administrative leave by PPSD after simple assault charge
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Providence Public School Department said that Jay Wegimont was placed on paid administrative leave after a simple assault charge. Wegimont is a member of the Communications Department. He was charged after an incident at South…
South Kingstown Town Councilor charged with simple assault
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WLNE) -- The South Kingstown Police Department said Jay Wegimont, a town council member, was charged with simple assault. According to police, the incident occurred at the South Kingston Town Hall. Police did not reveal the details…
Police make third arrest in connection to shooting of teenage girl in Easton
EASTON, Mass. (WLNE) -- The Easton Police Department said detectives have made a third arrest in connection to the shooting of a 16-year-old girl in Easton on Jan. 14. 19-year-old Antonio Fonseca, of Brockton, was charged with assault and battery…
Julian Edelman Voted Into Patriots Hall of Fame
The New England Patriots announced today that former wide receiver Julian Edelman has been voted into the Patriots Hall of Fame as the 37th inductee. Edelman joins Tom Brady (2024), Troy Brown…
Warwick man sentenced to 18 years for bank robbery
WARWICK, R.I. (WLNE) -- Attorney General Peter Neronha said that a Warwick man was sentenced in Kent County Superior Court to serve 18 years at the Adult Correctional Institutions for a bank robbery and subsequent car chase and crash. 40-year-old…
Julian Edelman, Logan Mankins, and Adam Vinatieri Named Patriots Hall of Fame Finalists
The New England Patriots revealed two new names among this year's nominations for hall of fame consideration, as recently eligible candidates Julian Edelman…
Josh McDaniels Returns to New England with New Offensive Staff, Joe Milton Traded to Cowboys
The New England Patriots announced today that they traded QB Joe Milton III to the Dallas Cowboys. Terms of the trade…
Serial bank robber sentenced to nearly a decade in prison
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom said that a Rhode Island man who was previously incarcerated for robbing seven banks was sentenced for robing four banks in a three-day span. 48-year-old Vaughn Watrous pled guilty…
Friars Return to NCAA Men's Hockey Tournament, Prepare for Denver in New Hampshire
GAME COVERAGE Matchup: No. 2 seed Providence (21-10-5, 11-8-5 HEA) vs. No. 3 seed Denver (29-11-1, 15-8-1 NCHC) Faceoff: 5:30 PM (Fri.) –…
Temporary restraining order on Johnston's eminent domain for public safety complex
JOHNSTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Santoro family and their lawyers held a press conference Wednesday regarding the ongoing lawsuit with the Town of Johnston…
Scituate's Madison Medbury Invited to Women's Collegiate All Star Game
Rhode Island College senior guard Madison Medbury (Scituate, R.I.) was named the 2025 D3hoops.com Region 2 Most Outstanding Player and First Team All-Region for her performance…
Bryant Blows By Albany to Advance to America East Championship
Earl Timberlake, Keyshawn Mitchell and Barry Evans all scored 20 points to pace the top-seeded Bryant men's basketball team past No. 4 seed UAlbany, 85-63, in…
PC's Oswin Erhunmwunse & Ryan Mela Named To BIG EAST All-Freshman Team
Providence College Press Release PROVIDENCE, R.I.- Providence College men’s basketball freshmen Ryan Mela (Natick, Mass.) and Oswin Erhunmwunse (Benin City, Nigeria) were named to the…
Three Bryant Bulldogs Earn America East Women's Basketball Postseason Honors
Bryant University Press Release BOSTON, MASS. - Mia Mancini, Nia Scott and Olivia Fernandez of the Bryant University women's basketball team were named to the America East All-Conference teams by the…
RIC's Ousmane Kourouma Named LEC Defensive Player of the Year, Other Rhode Islanders Recognized Wednesday
Rhode Island College Press Release Providence, R.I.—Rhode Island College fifth-year forward Ousmane Kourouma (Woonsocket, R.I.) was named the Little East Men’s Basketball Defensive…
Newport man recognized for saving woman's life, now advocating for mental health
PORTMOUTH, R.I. (WLNE) -- After saving a woman's life in 2024, a Newport man is advocating for mental health awareness. On Jan. 7,…
Bryant Plays for America East Regular Season Title Tuesday
The Bryant men's basketball team hosts New Hampshire on Tuesday night at the Chace Athletic Center with a chance to win the America East Regular Season Championship…
Brown Takes Ivy Madness Quest On Road To Harvard & Dartmouth
Brown University Press Release PROVIDENCE, R.I. - The Brown men's basketball team (13-11, 5-6) will hit the road for the final time this season when they travel…
Bristol 4th of July Committee says concert series will still move, ballot initiative campaign planned
BRISTOL, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Bristol 4th of July Committee said that the decision to move the annual two week concert series to Roger Williams University will stay in place after a public meeting on Thursday. In an announcement released…
Barrington Police investigate fundraising scheme using Lane family to receive donations
BARRINGTON, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Barrington Police Department is investigating a possible "scheme" in which a fundraising company employee may have used the Lane family to receive donations for the police union. On Feb. 21, Barrington police were notified by…
