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Man pinned under vehicle in critical condition

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Man pinned under vehicle in critical condition

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CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway after a man became pinned underneath a vehicle in Cranston Tuesday afternoon. Cranston Fire Chief Daniel Marcinko told 12 News first responders were called to a home off Hollow Tree Drive to free a man stuck under a vehicle in his driveway. Marcinko said the man, who he estimated is in his mid-50s, was rushed to Rhode Island Hospital in critical condition. It's unclear exactly how the man woun…See the Story

'They've given so much': Local illusionist brings her tricks to RI Veterans Home

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'They've given so much': Local illusionist brings her tricks to RI Veterans Home

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13-year-old boy hospitalized after moped collision in Cranston

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13-year-old boy hospitalized after moped collision in Cranston

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A 13-year-old boy was injured after being struck by a car while on a moped in Cranston Friday.Read Article

Shuttered auction house faces million-dollar comic book lawsuit

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CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — A Cranston auction house has been tied up in a lawsuit for years after a Canadian comic book collector says thousands of his valuable collectibles seemingly disappeared without fair compensation. In 2020, Bernie Arsenault filed a lawsuit in federal court that names Kevin Bruneau, Travis Landry and Ashle Tortolani from Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers as defendants. Arsenault says he hired the auction house to sell 42,400 of his …Cranston · Cranston Read Article

Dunkin' gives pup cups to dogs at Cranston Animal Shelter

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CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — The Cranston Animal Shelter's adoptable dogs recently received sweet treats from Dunkin'. Dunkin' gave each of the dogs a free pup cup — which is a small cup of whipped cream. The shelter dogs were also given Dunkin'-themed toys, including chewable plushies shaped like doughnuts, beverages and even bacon strips. The idea to do so came from a segment on The Rhode Show last month, in which Cranston Animal Control officer Le…Cranston · Cranston Read Article

Obituary: Patricia Murphy - What's Up Newp

Patricia H. Murphy, a beloved resident of Royal Middletown, previously Forest Farm community, passed away peacefully on May 22, 2025, at the age of 97. Born on March 16, 1928, in Cranston, Rhode Island. Patricia was the daughter of the late Timothy and Gertrude (Notine) Murphy. She is preceded in her passing by her brothers; […] The post Obituary: Patricia Murphy appeared first on What's Up Newp.Cranston · Cranston Read Article

Golf: Prout's Capalbo finishes fourth at states

With six holes left to play in Wednesday’s RIIL golf state championship, Prout’s Rocco Capalbo held a five-stroke lead over a congested field at Cranston Country Club.Golf · Cranston Read Article

The Metallica Scholars Initiative Supports Students Pursuing Medical Careers at CCRI - Rhode Island Monthly

Photo courtesy of All Within My Hands. One of the hardest rocking bands of the ’80s and ’90s is putting its money where its guitar strings are. In 2017, rock band Metallica founded the All Within My Hands foundation to support communities grappling with hunger, disaster relief and workforce education. Students at the Community College of Rhode Island can apply for funds as part of the Metallica Scholars Initiative. The scholarship supports stud…Cranston · Cranston Read Article

Khano Smith's Rhode Island Defeated

Khano Smith’s Rhode Island lost 1-0 at home to the Pittsburgh Riverhounds in the United Soccer League Championship yesterday [May 24]. Smith was named in the USL’s recent Team of the Week after guiding his side to back-to-back wins. A former Bermuda captain, Smith made history in his first year as a head coach last […]Cranston · Cranston See the Story

Cranston police investigating man's death

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CRANSTON, R.I. (WPRI) -- Cranston police are investigating a death of a man, in what they are calling an "ongoing criminal investigation." According to police, a man, who they are not identifying at this time, died after being involved in a crash that happened on Pippin Orchard Rd. No other information about the incident is available at this time, but will be available when the investigation is complete. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather…Cranston · Cranston Read Article

Family time on the links for Mark Eaton and his daughter/caddie Kylie

CRANSTON — There was Mark Eaton and his daughter Kylie, strolling around the par-71 layout at Cranston Country Club one day earlier this week. Both recently returned to Rhode Island after busy stretches – Mark completing a stint as interim…Cranston · Cranston Read Article