50 Park Lane
Providence RI 02907-3145

Phone: 401-222-3636

Fax: 401-222-3407

© 2026 Ocean State Media is a
501(c)(3) non-profit organization.
Federal Tax ID: 22-2859005
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations
Double your impact — support Ocean State Media
Disposable surgical gowns are a big source of waste in hospitals. Today we’re taking a look at how healthcare facilities can change that while still meeting sanitation standards

Watch

Darkness visible? What could be the scientific breakthrough of a lifetime — explained

Who’s funding the effort to repeal legal recreational weed? It might not be who you think.
NEPM followed the money on Question 8, the proposed repeal of recreational marijuana in Massachusetts.
Reel big: Whopper of a tuna caught off Rye
The fish weighed in at 1,116 pounds, which would have broken the state record, except for a technicality.
If Democrats win, Himes says Trump won’t ‘accept’ election results
Rep. Jim Himes said he fears potential disruptions at the polls and suggested voters take advantage of the early voting, which begins Oct. 19.
In Peterborough, a civics quiz: Is Jonah Wheeler proving his independence? Or ignoring his voters?
In Peterborough, there’s something of a political schism playing out over two-term state Rep. Jonah Wheeler, a Democrat who has angered some in town with his votes.
Fossil fuel prices are up, and Vermonters are struggling to foot the bill
As the cost of diesel heating fuel continues to rise, Vermonters are already having trouble making ends meet.
Bernie Sanders endorses Amanda Janoo for Vermont governor
Sanders had declined to endorse Republican Gov. Phil Scott’s Democratic challengers in 2022 and 2024. His endorsement of Amanda Janoo follows a personal meeting last month.
We Appreciate Our Sponsors
Hilb Group
University of Rhode Island