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Two months after gas outage, resident says frustrations linger in Newport County

It's been two months since a gas outage left more than 10,000 National Grid customers without heat in Newport County, yet some impacted residents say they're still waiting on reimbursements from the utility company.
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Politics

Correia's reelection certified after judge denies legal challenge

The city's Board of Election Commissioners had to wait until 5 p.m. Friday to make the results official, which they said was done so without issue.
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US-backed Syrian force declares victory over Islamic State

After weeks of heavy fighting, the tent camp where the militants had made their final stand in the village of Baghouz was bombed to shreds.
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Nesi's Notes: March 23

Your weekly briefing on RI politics and more.
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East Greenwich officer accused of 'sexting,' DUI back on duty

Records indicate the town may still be seeking termination of the officer following the alleged incidents.
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Blackstone Valley

Twin River unveils new sports betting kiosks during NCAA Tournament

To accommodate the rush of sports fans looking to place their bets, the casino rolled out new sports betting kiosks in hopes of lowering wait times.
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Nesi's Notes: March 23

Your weekly briefing on RI politics and more.

East Greenwich officer accused of 'sexting,' DUI back on duty

Records indicate the town may still be seeking termination of the officer following the alleged incidents.

Providence council blocks $138K severance deal for ex-HR director

The council debated the pros and cons of the deal Thursday.

Dealer plate dispute pits Warwick mayor vs. board he sits on

Mayor Joseph Solomon's Legal Motors appeared shuttered until recently.

Governor asks Warwick mayor to resign from Dealers' Board amid plate dispute

Mayor Joseph Solomon was appointed to the Motor Vehicle Dealers' License and Hearing Board by Gov. Gina Raimondo in 2015.

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Phantom of the Opera returns to PPAC 12 hours ago

The Phantom of the Opera is making a return to Providence as part of its North American Tour.
Community
Tiverton teen on patrol in dream job 12 hours ago

At first, the teen's mother thought her son was joking about the police department internship.
East Bay
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Police: Richmond man sold crack to teen 16 hours ago

Police said they seized a variety of drugs from Christopher Badessa's Main Street home.
South County
Man accused of robbing elderly victim at Twin River ordered held 16 hours ago

The victim was treated on scene for minor injuries, including a cut to his nose and right hand.
Blackstone Valley
21 New Englanders set to take 24 icy plunges for Special Olympics Rhode Island 16 hours ago

The 12th Annual Torch Run Plunge will take place this Sunday, March 24 at noon in Narragansett.
Community
RIDOT: State snow removal supply in good shape 16 hours ago

Unless the snowfall season ends on a very active note, RIDOT said there will be a surplus in the state's snow removal budget.
Winter Weather
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Warwick man sentenced to 260 years for producing, possessing child porn 17 hours ago

When questioned by detectives, Thomas Goodman admitted that he not only possessed the photos and videos but also had sexual contact with at least three prepubescent females, according to court documents.
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