PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Rhode Island officials gathered at the Sts. Vartanantz Armenian Apostolic Church to commemorate the 108th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Mayor Brett Smiley, Senator Jack Reed and Governor Dan McKee joined the Armenian Martyrs’ Memorial Committee…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Off-duty Providence Police Officer Jeann Lugo was acquitted of all charges against him, after allegedly punching political opponent, Jennifer Rourke last June during a rally at the State…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Sen. Jack Reed and Providence Mayor Brett Smiley on Friday promoted the importance of community cleanup ahead of Earth Day. They joined environmental experts starting at the Bath Street Pedestrian Bridge in Providence to discuss how…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- This weekend is National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day. So, in an effort to reduce overdose deaths in Providence, Mayor Brett Smiley said there will be four drug take-back sites throughout the capital city. "[National Prescription Drug…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The first WaterFire Day of the 2023 season will be celebrated next Wednesday. A ceremonial lighting of the 12 stationary braziers will be followed by a press conference with Gov. Dan McKee, House Speaker Joe Shekarchi,…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- After the city of Providence unveiled a new community response team to curb illegal ATV riding, a Rhode Island state representative is reintroducing…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A day after Providence Mayor Brett Smiley unveiled a new Community Response Team to curb illegal ATV riding, Rhode Island state Rep. Charlene Lima is reintroducing legislation that calls for mandatory jail for "ATV road terrorists."…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Providence Mayor Brett Smiley said Tuesday that he's bringing back the summer program, "EAT, PLAY, LEARN PVD." The programs offer free summer meals, recreation opportunities, and summer employment for the city's youth. "We know that what…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- In conjunction with the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority, the city of Providence is equipping Kennedy Plaza with increased patrol officers to safeguard the major junction.…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Providence Police Department said they're proud to honor their new chief after he was sworn in Friday. Friends, family and fellow officers gathered to watch as Col. Oscar Perez be sworn in as the city…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- PVDFest is returning to the capital city once again this year -- but this time, it will close out the summer season. Mayor Brett Smiley and the Department of Art, Culture, Tourism said Wednesday that the…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Sunday was St. Joseph's Day and bakeries on Federal Hill said it was one of their busiest days of the year. Thousands of residents flocked to the Hill…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Mayor Brett Smiley invited the community to celebrate St. Patrick's Day at Providence City Hall. The annual celebration featured performances from the Rhode Island Highlanders Pipe Band, the Mt. Pleasant High School Kilties Chorus, a traditional…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Mayor Brett Smiley and Col. Perez of Providence police held a conference after a large-scale investigation and drug bust. Police said their investigation led to identifying 38-year-old Philip DeBartolo as a lead suspect. Authorities further state…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Former Providence Mayor Joe Paolino is the new owner of the Providence Columbus statue. In a unanimous vote Thursday, the Providence Board Park Commissioners, headed by Mayor Brett Smiley,…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Providence's Department of Art, Culture and Tourism on Wednesday launched a new cultural plan. The plan, announced at the city's annual Pell Lecture on Arts and Humanities, outlines strategies and recommendations for improving arts, culture, and…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- "We are taking this storm seriously," said Providence Mayor Brett Smiley of Monday night's anticipated snowfall. Smiley asked residents to take precautions as Rhode Island expects snow to accumulate Monday night through Tuesday. The mayor said…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Maj. Kevin Lanni has been named Providence's next deputy chief. "Kevin Lanni is an incredible leader with decades of experience serving within our community, which is why I am excited to work with him in his…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- A community satisfaction survey was launched by the Mayor of Providence Wednesday for residents, business owners, and community members to share their satisfaction with city services. It was launched in an attempt to improve the local…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The Providence Fire Department is now under official fire chief leadership for the first time in nearly eight years. Mayor Brett Smiley appointed Derek Silva as the next chief, who was sworn in on Monday at…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Providence Mayor Brett Smiley has named Oscar Perez as the city's 38th police chief Friday-- the first minority leader of the department. Perez will be replacing Col. Hugh…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Former Providence Mayor Joe Paolino has expressed interest in purchasing the Providence Christopher Columbus statue. In a statement, Paolino said he is looking to partner with a local Italian American organization or the Rhode Island School…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- The final three candidates for Providence's police chief shared their visions, goals, and hurdles at a community forum Wednesday. Acting Chief Oscar Perez, Maj. David Lapatin, and Maj. Kevin…
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) -- Providence Mayor Brett Smiley announced Tuesday the top three finalists for the next police chief for the capital city. Smiley said the three candidates: Maj. Kevin Lanni, Maj. David Lapatin, and Acting Chief Oscar Perez will…
