PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — With schools and many businesses closed down and people being urged to stay home, avoid crowds and practice social distancing to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, Southern New Englanders are finding different ways to pass the time.

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Coronavirus: Latest Headlines

• Kent County Courthouse and R.I. Traffic Tribunal closed due to coronavirus
• Cranston church’s offer of palms prompts call to police
• Gaspee Days parade, arts and crafts festival cancelled due to COVID-19
• 15 new COVID-19 deaths in Massachusetts; 231 total
• Local shop teams up with Vans for “Foot The Bill” initiative