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Unionized Butler Hospital workers march in front of the Providence psychiatric hospital on Tuesday, Aug. 5, 2025.

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Health

The Butler Hospital Strike is Over. What’s Next for the Hospital’s Finances?

August 20, 2025

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Alexander Castro

Gov. Dan McKee at his office in the Rhode Island Statehouse.

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Politics + Justice

Gov. McKee Splits With Campaign Manager After Less Than Three Months on the Job

Less than a year before Rhode Island’s Democratic primary, McKee and campaign manager Rob Silverstein have parted ways, leaving the governor to regroup amid low approval ratings and potential challenges from Helena Foulkes, Joe Shekarchi, and Peter Neronha

August 19, 2025

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Ian Donnis

Quonochontaug Barrier Beach, in Westerly, Rhode Island.

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Climate + Environment

Things to Know About Dangerous Rip Currents and How Swimmers Caught in One Can Escape

As Hurricane Erin pushes north, Rhode Island beaches are bracing for dangerous rip currents and rough surf. Officials warn swimmers to stay cautious, with conditions expected to worsen midweek along the Ocean State’s southern coast

August 19, 2025

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Patrick Whittle

Curt Anderson

August 19, 2025

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Arts + Entertainment

Rhode Island Painter Kirstin Lamb Brings Textiles, Nature, and Digital Patterns Into Bold New Works

From her Pawtucket mill studio to an upcoming solo show at Boston’s Gallery NAGA, multi-media artist Kirstin Lamb reflects on her journey, inspirations, and the intricate dot-based paintings that blend Impressionism, cross-stitch, and digital design

August 19, 2025

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G. Wayne Miller

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Health

Butler Hospital Workers Ratify New Contract, Ending Strike

The strike that began May 15 forced the Providence psychiatric hospital to close roughly half its beds

August 19, 2025

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Lynn Arditi

Community & Education

Prospective Opera Singers Learn German at a Summer Language Course in Vermont

One student, Orlando Montalvo, is a 28-year-old tenor from Providence

August 19, 2025

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Nina Keck

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Politics + Justice

With One Day Left, McKee Declines to Answer DOJ on ‘Sanctuary Jurisdiction’ Rules

August 19, 2025

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Christopher Shea

The Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth and Families (DCYF) headquarters is seen in Providence at 101 Friendship Street.

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News + Culture

Bats Force DCYF Providence Office to Close as Union Pressures State Over Unsafe Working Conditions

After multiple bat sightings at the Friendship Street building, Rhode Island’s Department of Children, Youth and Families shifted to remote work. Union leaders say the infestation highlights deeper health and safety issues as the state weighs renewing the lease

August 19, 2025

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Alexander Castro

Ryan Knotek (left) and Mike O’Neill of the New England Aquarium with a sand tiger shark they tagged off Quincy, MA.

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Climate + Environment

It’s Not Just Great Whites. Sand Tiger Sharks Are Rebounding in New England

August 18, 2025

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Craig LeMoult