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As of Monday, the police department has raised $1,000 but hopes to raise twice as much. Here's how you can help.
A family of six arrived in Rhode Island on Saturday night, multiple news sources reported. More are scheduled to arrive.
Help reduce your risk of getting the flu by getting a free vaccine at Mt. Hope High School in Bristol next week.
Newport-area restaurants will offer an assortment of crave-worthy discounts and deals for customers to choose from.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, Citterio Italian-style salame sticks may be contaminated with Salmonella.
Cranston police said they seized 49 counterfeit pills laced with fentanyl, crack cocaine, a digital scale and a loaded .45 caliber handgun.
Monday's price is 30 cents higher than a month ago, and $1.29 higher than Nov.1, 2020, AAA reports.
Popular pumpkin patches and farms in Washington offer a ton of fall fun for the family.
Get ready for Halloween family fun in the Redmond area by visiting these nearby pumpkin patches in 2021.
Late-October is a great time to pick up the best pumpkin possible at Bellevue area pumpkin patches.
Late-October is a great time to pick up the biggest pumpkin possible at Kirkland area pumpkin patches.
Popular pumpkin patches and farms in Washington offer a ton of fall fun for the family.
The Renton Police Department is investigating a fatal shooting that occurred Friday night.
A company called Lawn Love recently did some data magic to conjure up 2021’s 'Best Cities for Witches.' This Washington city made the list.
King County deputies said cameras show the man carting off the grocery store's pressure washer before driving away with it.
Minivan or mini-boat? First responders rescued man who partially submerged his van into the Raging River recently, King County deputies said
We're excited to honor the region’s recent history through the addition of this unique amenity," said county park official, Warren Jimenez.
According to Seattle police, officers found the man down on the sidewalk with a gunshot wound to his hip.
According to detectives, initial findings have determined that Daniel J. Shur, 20, of Renton was stabbed to death.