In the News… quick recap of the week’s news – Feb. 21, 2026

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Couple on the Cape fell through the ice while walking their dog – rescuers attempted to reach them but it’s believed they both died 7th child died of flu in MA – 7 adults died also – 260 total deaths so far in 2026 The Sandwich Hut in Pawtucket named the…

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In the News… quick recap for the week ending February 7, 2026

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

Each Saturday we publish a quick summary of news items of the week – in Rhode Island, regionally, nationally and internationally – and passings of note.  Catch up, HERE: RHODE ISLAND &  VICINITY Sale of 2 hospitals (St. Joes, Roger Williams) extended to 2/27 Diocese releasing Report on Child Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of…

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In the News… quick recap on news of the week, ending Jan. 30, 2026

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

A quick recap of the news of the week – take a moment to catch up and learn what you want to know more about. RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY   Rhode Island Dental Association, the former Pawtucket Dental Society has donated more than $9,000 to the Blackstone Valley Community Health Center for dental care Kelly Bates…

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Charles “Chas” Calenda Sworn in as Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island

Professional headshot of a man in a suit and tie with glasses.

Charles “Chas” Calenda Appointed Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi has appointed Charles “Chas” Calenda as Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island. As Interim United States Attorney, Mr. Calenda will serve as the chief federal law enforcement officer for the District…

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RI Energy Extends Shutoff Protection. Payment Holds for Federal Workers, Govt Contractors, Military

Close-up of an electric utility meter on a Rhode Island home in autumn, representing residential gas and electric service protection as part of Rhode Island Energy’s winter moratorium and shutdown relief program.

PUC approves plan offering no-interest payment holds and an early start to the state’s winter moratorium. Rhode Island Energy has granted House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi’s request to shield Rhode Islanders affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown from utility shutoffs and penalties. Under a proposal approved Monday by the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission,…

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