Rhode Island’s oldest functioning courthouse is, in fact, the Kent County Courthouse in East Greenwich. Constructed in 1804, the building continues to be used for probate court, making it the oldest ...

Petticoat Junction In 18th century Rhode Island, quilting served as a decoration for underskirt petticoats, in addition to bed coverings. The petticoats had the dual purpose of adding warmth as well ...

The Community College of Rhode Island announced a new degree program at its Newport campus. Students can now get an associate of arts degree in culinary craftsmanship. Hospitality leaders said it ...

If you want historical New England vibes, there are also lots of Rhode Island hotels with colonial ties. In fact, the very first hotel in Rhode Island opened in Newport almost 200 years ago. Founded ...

This is The Public’s Radio, I’m James Baumgartner. At a time when the longstanding friendship between the US and Canada is fraught with a trade war sparked by the Trump administration, a Rhode Island ...

The film depicts the life of Roger Williams, a man who fled England to escape religious persecution and sought to establish a colony in America based on the principles of freedom of conscience and ...

We've got a rundown on everything you need to know about the parade and related events ahead of Saturday's big day.

Nicholas Schorsch, the driving force behind Heritage Restaurant Group, Heritage Hotel Group, and Audrain, is rapidly ...

A 4,900-square-foot Victorian-style home in the city’s Kay-Catherine neighborhood recently sold for $1.68 million, according to public records. The 32 Ayrault St. home, constructed in 1875, contains ...

Island House, Newport’s newest boutique hotel on Memorial Boulevard, is preparing for its grand opening on March 13. With a ...