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Economy

Is Rhode Island in a recession? URI economics professor says yes

University of Rhode Island economics professor Len Lardaro says the state is finally feeling the effects of negative economic trends that have been in motion for over a year

October 20, 2025

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Luis Hernandez

The home of the Mt. Hope High School football, soccer and track teams is a construction staging area until the new high school is built. Hard hats, not football helmets, required.

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Sports

Mt. Hope athletes will celebrate Homecoming on the road this week

Construction of a new school has taken over athletic facilities at Mt. Hope High School in Bristol, so the seniors won’t get the chance to take their home field

October 20, 2025

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Mike Szostak

Author William J. Kole speaks with Ocean State Media political reporter Ian Donnis

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Politics & Justice

TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for Oct. 17, 2025

A new book explores ties between religion and guns

October 17, 2025

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Ian Donnis

Apple Cinemas operates a 10-screen theater on Bald Hill Road in Warwick next to the Warwick Mall. (Photo by Laura Paton/Rhode Island Current)

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Economy

Apple Cinemas coming soon to Providence Place under new lease agreement with mall receiver

New operator for 16-screen theater to step in days after Showcase departs

October 17, 2025

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Nancy Lavin

Early in the morning, giant pumpkin grower Steven Connolly pushes a wheelbarrow near a pumpkin he estimates to weigh around 1500 pounds.

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Climate & Environment

‘Like an expectant parent’: Inside the world of New England’s giant pumpkin growers

From backyard patches to fairground weigh-offs, New England’s passionate giant-pumpkin growers nurture their orange behemoths through months of care, competition, and community

October 17, 2025

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Amanda Beland

October 17, 2025