News across Greater Providence

Fall River Forever Paws Ringo is very intelligent, playful, and hilarious to watch
Meet Fall River Forever Paws Pet of the Week Ringo! Ringo’s passions in life include all manners of food and snacks, being dramatic in situations that require approximately zero drama, and cosplaying as Doctor Eggman from the Sonic the Hedgehog franchise in his free time. Ringo…
Three new Wingstop locations coming to the South Coast
Three restaurant chain locations that specializes in chicken wings are coming to the South Coast in Massachusetts. Wingstop is a Dallas-based fast-casual chicken wing chain founded in Garland, Texas, in 1994 by Antonio Swad and Bernadette Fiaschetti. It is known for…

Sabor Latino brings Latin dining to Fall River
A new Latin restaurant has taken over a familiar Flint location in Fall River. Sabor Latino is now open at 1856 Pleasant Street, in the space formerly occupied by Pingo Doce Steakhouse. The Brazilian steakhouse that closed in July. The opening is part of a broader wave of Latin…

Haitian eatery makes history, looks to shake up Fall River bakery scene
A unique spot in Fall River opened its doors Saturday morning. Ket’s Bakery has arrived at the former NY Fresh Bagel & Bakery and Katrina’s Bakery at 248 Jefferson Street. Owner, Ketlyne, told Fall River Reporter that it will be the first Haitian bakery in the Fall River area…

Fall River Police Department arrest 14-year-old on list of firearm charges after investigation
The Fall River Police Department has made an arrest after an investigation. According to police, on Monday, detectives assigned to the Community Action & Suppression Team, with the assistance of the Department’s Emergency Services Unit, executed a search warrant at an apartment…
UPDATED - Water Ban changed to odd/even
The odd/even outdoor watering schedule will take effect tomorrow, September 29. Veolia will also begin sending notifications to all customers tomorrow regarding the change in watering restrictions.
Voter Registration Deadline & Final Canvass
4:00 P.M. on Sunday, October 4, 2026, is the deadline to receive registrations to vote and making changes to your current voter registration to be eligible for the November 3, 2026 General Election.

Fall River Police investigating reported armed robbery of convenience store
The Fall River Police Department is investigating a reported weekend armed robbery of a convenience store in the city. According to Deputy Chief Barden Castro, on Sunday, at approximately 9:30 p.m., officers responded to Discount Food Mart, 1501 Pleasant St., for a reported…
Who holds an arrestee overnight? In Mass., it depends on the county
State law requires cities and towns with over 5,000 residents to maintain lockups, but many now rely on county sheriffs under local agreements. As resources grow scarce, those arrangements are fraying.

The Great Pumpkin Path & Trunk-or-Treat Returns Friday, Oct. 2
Walk a path of pumpkins decorated by community members, then enjoy trunk-or-treating with the South Kingstown Police Department and other local first responders on Friday evening.
All Athletic Fields Closed Monday, September 28
South Kingstown athletic fields are closed today due to saturated conditions and standing water.
Hydrant Flushing Program
Hydrant Flushing Program for Tuesday, September 29, 2026