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Oklahoma Tornado: How to Help

Tue, 21 May 2013 16:05:35 GMT

From money to donated supplies, southern New Englanders have joined the effort to help Oklahoma City recover from the recent tornado.

Plan in works to restore lighthouse

By Bill Tomison — Wed, 15 May 2013 18:02:34 GMT

Local enthusiasts are working to get a piece of Rhode Island history a major facelift: the Pomham Rocks Lighthouse in East Providence.

Bishop reveals challenges of the Church

By Allison Gaito — Thu, 02 May 2013 01:45:00 GMT

The Roman Catholic Church is centuries old. Yet, even in one of the most heavily Catholic states in the country, declining numbers of priests and dwindling numbers of parishioners are threatening the church's future.

Web Extra: Bishop on health of Church

Thu, 02 May 2013 01:34:16 GMT

In an exclusive interview with Eyewitness News, the Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin said the Diocese is adapting to the changing times.

YMCA hosts Healthy Kids Day

Sun, 28 Apr 2013 02:39:19 GMT

YMCAs across the area hosted Healthy Kids Day events filled with fun activities for the entire family.

Purple Stride event to take place May 5

Fri, 26 Apr 2013 14:50:08 GMT

Rhode Show host Will Gilbert and "American Idol" finalist Erika Van Pelt will be on hand for this year's run/walk to benefit the Pancreatic Cancer Action Network.

The One Fund Boston reaches $20M

Tue, 23 Apr 2013 20:39:39 GMT

Massachusetts Gov. Deval Patrick and Boston Mayor Thomas Menino say donations to the One Fund Boston, benefiting victims of the Boston Marathon bombings, have reached $20 million.

Fund set up for RI woman hurt in Boston

Mon, 22 Apr 2013 15:30:46 GMT

A recovery fund has been set up for one of victims of the Boston Marathon bombings who lives in Newport.

First responders set up fund, reward

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 20:57:25 GMT

Members of several public safety unions are teaming up to offer a $50,000 reward for information leading to arrests in the Boston Marathon bombing.

Counseling offered after Boston blasts

Tue, 16 Apr 2013 17:03:34 GMT

Federal officials are urging anyone who needs crisis counseling in the aftermath of the explosions at the Boston Marathon to call a special hotline.

Brother of missing student gives update

Wed, 10 Apr 2013 13:37:59 GMT

Ravi Tripathi stopped by the Eyewitness News set to give an update on the search for his missing brother, Sunil.

Free Poster Night with the P-Bruins

Tue, 09 Apr 2013 14:10:18 GMT

The first 1,000 fans coming to the Bruins' final game of the season against Norfolk will receive a FREE P Bruins team poster compliments of WPRI 12 and Fox Providence.

Spring cleaning for your smartphone

Thu, 04 Apr 2013 17:32:19 GMT

It's time to start thinking about Spring cleaning your smartphone and Call 12 for Action reporter Susan Hogan joins The Rhode Show with why this is so important.

Hyundai-Kia recalling 1.9 M vehicles

By Susan Hogan — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 14:41:16 GMT

Korean automakers Hyundai and Kia are recalling almost 1.9 million vehicles to fix problems with air bags and brake light switches.

DIY All-Natural Easter Egg Dye

Thu, 05 Apr 2012 14:04:58 GMT

If you are anything like me, dyeing eggs for the family Easter egg hunt is always a big event. This year go green and chemical-free with these easy DIY all-natural dyes.