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Protestors · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — A group of pro-Palestinian protestors held a demonstration outside of the Providence Public Library during its Savor the Story gala on May 3. Protestors called for divestment from Israel’s military and said they chose the gala to get the attention of attendees including Mayor Brett Smiley, Brown University President Christina Paxson, and Rhode Island Foundation President David Cicilline. “As members of this community we…See the Story
Gaza protestors hold demonstration outside Providence Public Library gala
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Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Greeted with a lei, an "aloha," and the sound of ukuleles strumming, teens strolled through the doors of Hotel Providence Friday night for the third-annual TALC Runs on Dunkin' Prom. For the teens, it's more than a night of dinner and dancing. It's a chance to get away from the stress and difficulties of living with a chronic illness. TALC, The Adolescent Leadership Council at Hasbro Children's Hospital, is made up of k…See the Story
Chronically ill teens get star treatment at TALC prom
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Independence Day · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Ocean State will celebrate its Independence Day this weekend by opening the R.I. State House to the public for both guided and self-guided tours. Rhode Island Independence Day is celebrated on May 4, which is the same day in 1776 when the state became the first colony to renounce its allegiance to England. Guided tours of the R.I. State House begin at 10 a.m. and will depart every half hour until 11:30 a.m. Self-gui…See the Story
RI to celebrate Independence Day with State House tours
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Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Did you know there are more than 200 markets, delis and food manufacturers in Rhode Island that were established by Armenians? The Armenian Historical Association of Rhode Island (AHARI) is highlighting those businesses in an exhibition called "Food, Glorious Food" this summer. "These are businesses owned and operated by Armenians, from the early immigrants to present day," AHARI's Martha Jamgochian explained. "We chose…See the Story
Museum exhibit highlights RI’s Armenian-owned businesses
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Science · ProvidenceA novel AI-powered method developed by a team of Brown University researchers offers a fast, cost-effective way to understand protein structures in multiple dimensions, making it a useful tool for pharmacology.See the Story
New technique for predicting protein dynamics may prove big breakthrough for drug discovery
Providence, Rhode Island · Providence(WPRI) — The closure of the westbound Washington Bridge has created new challenges for ambulances crossing the Seekonk River into Providence, from heavy traffic to narrow lanes. Target 12 Investigator Tim White spoke with local fire departments to see how the I-195 Bridge Breakdown is affecting emergency vehicle response times all over the East Bay. Watch Target 12: Rescue Runs Tuesday at 5 p.m. on 12 News.See the Story
Target 12: Rescue Runs
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Golf · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) – One of the men who carried out a carjacking and execution-style slaying at a Rhode Island golf course 24 years ago is seeking to get out of prison, arguing his brain was not fully developed when he took part in the killing. Samuel Sanchez was 20 years old when he and four other men carjacked 21-year-old Amy Shute and 20-year-old Jason Berguson after they had left a Providence club. The victims were brought to Button Hol…See the Story
RI golf course killer seeks early release arguing his brain was not fully developed
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Providence, Rhode Island · ProvidencePROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — A crash involving an unregistered motorcycle in the area of Power and Ives streets sent one person to the hospital overnight, Providence police told 12 News on Friday. Police suspect the man was under the influence of alcohol. The operator showed no signs of injury at the scene, police said, but he had to undergo surgery for a life-threatening artery tear. At last check, he was listed in critical condition.
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Motorcycle rider in critical condition after Providence crash
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