Rhode Island’s state tree in the spotlight this year

Posted on October 2, 2025 Updated on October 2, 2025 The adaptable red maple being celebrated with ‘Liberty Tree’ plantings across the state in the year ahead KINGSTON, R.I. — Oct. 2, 2025 — With plans in the works for the Rhode Island state tree...

Aging wisely in Rhode Island

By Ann Martini "You can’t help getting older, but you don’t have to get old,” the comedian George Burns once said. If you know who Burns is, you might be heading toward what was once called “your golden years.” At a time when youth tend to...

Stunning great white shark makes historic first appearance off Rhode Island

A 14-foot Great White Shark has been filmed off of Block Island, marking the first time anyone has gotten verified underwater video of the species in Rhode Island waters. The shark, a gorgeous female estimated to be a year old or so, was filmed in...

URI receives $5 million NSF grant aiming to broaden participation in quantum information science

KINGSTON, R.I. – Oct. 2, 2025 – The University of Rhode Island, in collaboration with the Pittsburgh Quantum Institute, has been awarded a five-year, $5 million grant through the National Science Foundation’s Expanding Capacity in Quantum...

Pew Research: Alabama leads nation in percentage of Christians

Alabama has the highest percentage of people who identify themselves as Christians, according to one of the most authoritative national surveys. In Alabama, 89 percent of people surveyed identify themselves as Christians, according to the Pew...

Corcoran Expands to Rhode Island With Launch of Corcoran Chart House Realty

Corcoran Group LLC has announced the continued expansion of its affiliate network with the launch of Corcoran Chart House Realty, operating across Rhode Island’s coastal enclaves. Led by broker/owner Matthew Antonio, the firm will serve clients...

Rhode Island College opens new cybersecurity simulation classroom

PROVIDENCE – A new “cyber range” classroom recently concluded construction at Rhode Island College’s Institute for Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies. The range uses IBM technology and can accommodate 24 users at a time, with four workstations...

Chaos takes a holiday: Powell brings voice of reason to Rhode Island

Warwick’s Crowne Plaza last week was the place to be for Rhode Island’s political and business leaders as they joined one of the first public appearances by Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell since the Fed’s quarter-point cut in the federal...

Avian Embryonic Stem Cells Derived Using Egg Yolk-Based Culture

Although embryonic stem cells (ESCs) have been successfully derived from mice and rats, efforts to establish chimeric and germline-competent ESC lines in species beyond rodents have been unsuccessful. Now, new research has identified a key...

Watch: First time ‘elusive’ great white shark filmed in Rhode Island waters

Scientists announced on Tuesday that they filmed for the first time ever a white shark swimming off the coast of Rhode Island. BROCK ISLAND, R.I. – Scientists announced Tuesday that they filmed for the first time ever a white shark swimming off...

Corcoran Group launches first Rhode Island affiliate with Barrington-based brokerage

The Corcoran Group announced Monday the launch of its first Rhode Island affiliate, Corcoran Chart House Realty, marking the second major luxury real estate brand to expand into the state in less than a week. The announcement comes four days after...

EG People in the News: Roos, Mazen, Whitney

If you or someone you know in the 02818 does something notable, let us know! Send an email to [email protected]. Andrew Roos Andrew Roos of East Greenwich has been named executive director of the Employees’ Retirement System of Rhode Island, a...

Corcoran Group adds first Rhode Island affiliate

Pamela Liebman — president and CEO of Corcoran Group — made the announcement, highlighting the brand’s ongoing expansion into premium residential markets. “Rhode Island’s East Bay and coastal enclaves offer a rare blend of heritage, lifestyle, and...

Panel of experts to review 29 child fatalities and near-fatalities in Rhode Island since 2019

PROVIDENCE — Nine advocates and experts in child health and welfare will be members of a panel to review the fatalities and near-fatalities of infants and children in Rhode Island since 2019. The Office of the Child Advocate announced on Tuesday...

DoW Stimulates Academic Research in Underutilized States

OCTOBER 1, 2025 – The Department of War yesterday announced $19.2 million in awards to 29 collaborative academic teams under the Defense Established Program to Stimulate Competitive Research (DEPSCoR). DEPSCoR is a capacity-building program...

Landmark Gemology Breakthrough: Young’s Durability Scale

(PRESS RELEASE) BURLINGTON, VT – A breakthrough in gemstone science has arrived with the introduction of Young’s Durability Scale, a comprehensive new framework for evaluating the durability of jewelry-quality gemstones. Developed by gemologist...

Revelyst Announces Launch of Revelyst Gives Foundation and First Grant Recipients

PROVIDENCE, R.I.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Oct 3, 2025-- Revelyst Inc., a collective of world-class maker brands that design and manufacture sports technology and gear, today announced the establishment of its charitable foundation, Revelyst Gives,...

Pieciak fights Trump Meida's inclusion in Russell 3000 index

MONPELIER — Vermont Treasurer Mike Pieciak recently led a coalition of state fiscal officers in challenging the continued inclusion of Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) in the influential Russell 3000 Index. The joint letter calls for stronger...

New Englander Charlie Day on Rhode Island love and how Merrimack College ‘changed the course of my life’

Celebs Charlie Day taking a selfie with fans at Lucky's Lounge in Boston. Handout By Lauren Daley September 29, 2025 | 10:06 AM 11 minutes to read Share Close Send this article to your social connections. Share Send this article to your social...

50 colleges with the best ROI

They say the college years are the best of your life. They shape how you see the world, the passions you wish to pursue, and the person you hope to be. College is a significant financial investment, but much more than an emotional, personal, and...