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State Government Press Releases

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10/17/2025
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will continue its restriction for trucks, buses and other large vehicles through the mini-roundabout work zone at the intersection of Brown Street, Boston Neck Road (Route 1A) and Phillips Street in the village of Wickford in North Kingstown.
10/17/2025
Providence, RI – Registration has opened for the Poetry Out Loud recitation competition, and the Rhode Island State Council on the Arts (RISCA) has been encouraging high schools to participate in this important national arts education program. In recognition of America's 250th anniversary, the 2025-
10/17/2025
On October 16th, 2025, at 10:41 PM, Troopers arrested Jonathan Aldworth, age 37, of 6 Nob Court, Westerly, Rhode Island for 1.) Reckless Driving and Other Offenses Against Public Safety. The arrest was the result of a motor vehicle stop on Route 95 South in the Town of Richmond. Aldworth was...
10/17/2025
No arrests to report Media Contact: Captain Jeffrey P. L'heureux, District "B" Commander, Rhode Island State Police, 401-764-5604 or rispdps@risp....
10/17/2025
On Thursday October 16, 2025 at 10:55 AM, Troopers assisted by Troopers Gallop and Ellis arrested Nathaly Wagner, age 40, of 24 Hereford Street, Third Floor, Providence, Rhode Island for Possession of a Schedule I to V Controlled Substance (Crack Cocaine) – Less Than 10 Grams. This arrest was the...
10/16/2025
PROVIDENCE, RI – It's time once again to pick out your costume for trick-or-treating at the Rhode Island State House! This year's Spooky State House will take place on Thursday, October 23. Trick-or-treaters are welcome to stop by the Rhode Island State House (82 Smith Street, Providence)...
10/16/2025
The Western Coventry Elementary School public water system is required to issue a do not drink notice for consumers because the level of manganese in the distribution system was higher than the health advisory limit. Manganese is a naturally occurring element found in rocks, soil, water, and air....
10/16/2025
Media Advisory Courtney Marciano For Immediate Release 401- 318- 0911 RIEMA Director Marc R. Pappas Elected Vice President of National Emergency Management Association Pappas to help lead national efforts to strengthen emergency preparedness, response, and resilience across...
10/16/2025
On October 15, 2025, members of the Computer Crimes Unit/Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force arrested Jose Perez Cardon, age 23, of 180 Park Avenue, Cranston, Rhode Island, for Possession of Child Pornography. Mr. Cardon was processed at the Wickford Barracks and transported to Fourth...
10/16/2025
On Wednesday, October 16, 2025, at 10:05 AM, Troopers arrested Camila E. Ortiz, age 23, of 111 Jeffers St, Woonsocket, Rhode Island for 1.) Reckless Driving and Other Offenses Against Public Safety and 2.) Eluding Law Enforcement – Vehicle in High-Speed Pursuit. The arrest was the result of a...