Real-time pandemic data: Brown University’s Pandemic Tracker supplies up-to-date outbreak data on measles, mpox, avian influenza and more as federal updates slow — learn what makes it essential.
Millions for Rhode Island nonprofits: The Rhode Island Foundation has announced $6.1 million in grants to dozens of nonprofits tackling food, health care, and housing amid looming federal cuts — find out who benefits.
Rita Murphy Way unveiled: Providence officials honored her 41 years of public service by naming a stretch of Rounds Avenue after the longtime go-to problem solver for neighborhood concerns — find out how her legacy lives on.
Highest New England jobless rates: In June, unemployment in Rhode Island and Massachusetts hit 4.8%, the top rates among the six New England states and above the 4.1% national figure — find out what’s driving the region’s jobless rates.
Artisanal flavor on West Side: Sawyer’s Market opened on June 8 at 447 Broadway, blending nostalgic wood accents with locally sourced produce, coffee, pastries and dinner entrées in a relaxed, third-space setting — find out why locals are lining up.
Other Providence headlines this week
- Washington Bridge demo resumes Monday morning
- Rhode Island Blood Center urges blood donations
- Crescent Park Carousel reopens after storm repairs
- Plant City opens upscale restaurant SÄ’ZN
- Rhode Island Energy discusses winter supply prices
- Southside Land Trust gardens deliver fresh produce
