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Mega Millions · BristolThe president of a New England university discovered he won a $1 million lottery prize last week from a Mega Millions ticket that’d been forgotten and sitting in a drawer since February, The Providence Journal reported.Ioannis Miaoulis, the president of Roger Williams University, had bought a Mega Millions ticket for the $333 million drawing on Feb. 2, he told the outlet. He purchased the ticket at the Stop & Shop located in his hometown of Bris…See the Story
New England university president wins $1M lottery prize after forgetting about ticket
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U.S. Navy · BristolBRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — The U.S. Navy warship that has been stationed in Bristol this past week is heading back to its homeport in Florida on Monday. The USS Marinette was moored just outside the harbor for the town's historic Fourth of July celebration. It was a site to see for Bristol residents and visitors in town for the holiday. The 388-foot Freedom-variant littoral combat ship got its name after the town in Wisconsin where it was built. It'…See the Story
US Navy ship left Bristol on Monday
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Parade · BristolBRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — Thousands flocked to Bristol Thursday to partake in America's oldest continuous Fourth of July Celebration. Hope Street was lined with patriotic revelers as the town hosted its annual Fourth of July Parade. "It's the best thing anyone could ask for," Bristolian Henry Mellow said. "Bristol is the way it's supposed to be." "It just gets better every year, really," Lexi Fredericks added. The majority of those who were front a…See the Story
'It just gets better every year': Bristol hosts historic 4th of July parade
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U.S. Navy · BristolBRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — The U.S. Navy has been sending ships to Bristol for the town's historic Fourth of July celebration since the early 1900s. For this year's event, the USS Marinette is moored just outside the harbor. The vessel will have tenders from Bristol Town Pier.
LIST: Where to watch 4th of July fireworks in RI, MA According to organizers of Bristol's annual celebration, people will be able to tour the ship from 10 a.m. to 5 p.…See the Story
US Navy ship visits Bristol, offering tours
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Bristol, Rhode Island · BristolHey everyone! INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pinpoint Weather 12 Radar » | | FLIGHT TRACKER | | SOLAR REPORT
Hour by Hour // A close look at the upcoming conditions » | | BEACH AND BOATING FORECASTS THURSDAY MORNING (4th of July) A little bit of a cooler feel to the air early Thursday morning, but we'll warm up quickly as we head towards mid-day with temps in the upper 70s and partly cloudy conditions. The big 4th of July parade in Bristol is lo…See the Story
Weather Now: Shower Possible on the 4th
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Barrington, Rhode Island · BarringtonBARRINGTON, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is recommending closing Barrington Town Beach due to high bacteria counts. The status of the beach may change as new data becomes available.
SEE ALSO: Crescent Park Beach to reopen for swimming in 2026 RIDOH is also recommending reopening Briar Point Beach in Coventry and Hope Community Service Pond in Scituate because previously high bacteria counts have returned to…See the Story
RIDOH recommends closing local beach, reopening others
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U.S. Navy · BristolBRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — The U.S. Navy is sending the USS Marinette up Narragansett Bay so it can be part of Bristol's Fourth of July Celebration, according to Sen. Jack Reed. It's unclear when the 388-foot Freedom-variant littoral combat ship will arrive in Rhode Island. Reed hopes the visit will help the public understand how sea services support national defense and freedom of the seas. "This ship is sure to make a splash with families and high…See the Story
US Navy sending ship to Bristol for 4th of July
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Bristol, Rhode Island · BristolBRISTOL, R.I. (WPRI) — Two people were rushed to the hospital late Monday night after a crash involving two motorcycles in Bristol. The crash occurred on Annawamscutt Avenue near the fire station around 10:45 p.m. A portion of Metacom Avenue was closed with detours in place while crews were on scene. Crime scene tape blocked off the middle of the intersection and near a dumpster in a parking lot nearby. The condition of the victims is unknown. N…See the Story
2 hurt in double motorcycle crash in Bristol
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