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Providence elementary schools call meetings after district confirms closures

Providence elementary schools call meetings after district confirms closures
Staff meetings called at Prov. schools after district confirms building closures
The district confirmed two buildings will close, but wouldn’t say which ones.
Mayor-elect Smiley announces top staff picks
Emily Crowell, a top aide on Smiley’s mayoral campaign who currently runs his transition, …
MSPCA seeks adopters after taking in 16 dogs from home
The agency said 15 to 20 dogs from South Carolina are also on the way.
US scientists set to announce fusion energy breakthrough
Scientists Tuesday are expected to announce a major advance in the long-running quest …
LOCAL NEWS
Warren murder victim’s family reacts to teen suspect being tried as adult
The family of a Warren murder victim is pleading for justice after a judge decided the 17-year-old suspect would be tried as an adult.
Providence man to be sentenced in $6K drug trafficking case
A Providence man pleaded guilty to trafficking $6,300 in cocaine and fentanyl, according to U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Cunha.
$200 reward offered in Fall River mattress dumping incident
The mattresses were found piled up on Wilson Road, according to Mayor Paul Coogan.
Leaders lay wreaths in holiday ceremony honoring military
Local leaders gathered Monday at the Rhode Island State House for the annual Wreaths Across America State House ceremony.
WEATHER TODAY & 7 DAY FORECAST
Weather Now: Cold, Dry Today; Late Week Storm
Weather Now: Cold, Dry Today; Late Week Storm
Early winter-like chill has settled into Southern New England with dry skies and cool temperatures the next few days. On the plus side, sunshine is abundant with highs climbing to near 40. Northwest winds will be sustained around 5-10 mph with some gusts to 20 mph.
IN THE COMMUNITY
Give the gift of joy by donating to Toys for Tots
WPRI 12, Cardi’s Furniture and the U.S. Marines are teaming up to help families in need this holiday season.
Newport police to reward good driving through ‘Mission Blue Santa’
When a uniformed officer observes a safe driving act while on patrol, they will make contact with the driver and hand them a gift card.
LIST: Local toy drives to help families in need this holiday season
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Efforts are underway across Rhode Island and Southeastern Massachusetts to ensure every child has a happy holiday. …
Surprising stories behind some of the oldest Christmas carols
Christmas carols are one of our oldest holiday traditions – in fact, some probably predate the holiday itself.
HOLDAY SHOPPING WITH BEST REVIEWS
Best high-end gift for your husband
No matter what your husband is passionate about, there’s a high-end gift out there.
8 gifts RV campers will love
RVs are more popular now than ever before, so much so that people from all age groups …
Interest in gift cards grows this holiday season, here are the top 10
Because finding the perfect gift has become so challenging, a gift card is a budget-friendly …
12 SPORTS
Mississippi State football coach Mike Leach dies at 61
Soccer journalist Grant Wahl’s body returned to US
Patriots rally for 27-13 win over Cardinals
WPRI College Hoops Column: The month of December brings change
TRENDING NEWS TODAY
Providence man found guilty in deadly 2021 shooting
Mail carrier robbed at gunpoint in Mass.
Here’s where you can buy recreational cannabis starting Dec. 1
Tackle football resurgent in RI after years of decline
Passengers stuck on tarmac for hours at Boston’s Logan International Airport 
TODAY ON THE RHODE SHOW
Cozy up with hot cocoa at The Chanler
Great gifts for young adults
Support the RI Community Food Bank’s Day of Giving with WPRI 12
Gator Dumpster Bag
Give back to the community and animals this season at Roger Williams Park Zoo
In the Kitchen: Charcuterie Board
WHO TO KNOW – LOCAL BUSINESSES AND THEIR STORIES
Who To Know: Masonic Grand Lodge of Rhode Island
Freemasonry is a fraternity of men who are proud to be known as Masons. With over …
Who To Know: Rivers of Hope
Rivers of Hope is a family oriented, culturally diverse, community-based organization …
MORE WHO TO KNOW LOCAL BUSINESSES

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