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A small fire broke out at RISD’s College Building on Monday, briefly closing Benefit and College Streets on the East Side; firefighters contained the fire quickly with minimal damage and no injuries.

Hayden Panettiere passed away on Sunday, Aug.

16 and is remembered for her final film role in Sleepwalker, a Rhode Island-shot thriller featuring local scenery — produced by Verdi Productions. Producer Chad Verdi praised her talent and care on set.

Brown University students completed a census of rare plants on August 17 as part of a summer internship organized by the Brown University Herbarium + the Rhode Island Natural History Survey.

They gathered data at wetlands and nature preserves to bolster conservation records.

Camille's in Federal Hill was named Rhode Island's most iconic Italian eatery by Business Insider.

The recognition underscores its long-standing appeal and influence in the community.

Local high school football fans can vote in the Division III Super Bowl poll as the season starts, with schools such as Davies, Chariho and North Providence in contention.

The poll opens now and will run until it closes (multiple votes allowed) for everyone to support their favorite team.

Local high school football fans can vote online for their preseason favorite in Division IV as teams like Central Falls, Exeter-West Greenwich, and Narragansett prepare for the 2026 season.

The poll opened Monday and will run until it closes, letting voters cast picks & make an impact.

Local high school football fans are invited to vote for their preseason champion in the RIIL Division II poll featuring teams like Burrillville, Classical and East Providence; voters can cast multiple votes until the poll closes + help shape the state season narrative for 2026.

High school football practices took place yesterday as teams in Cranston, Warwick and Providence kicked off their 2026 seasons (coaches emphasized fundamentals and team culture) to prepare athletes for upcoming games.

Local high school football officials invite fans to vote for their pick to win the state title as the season kicks off on Monday, Aug.

17. The poll stays open through the season to capture support for teams like Barrington and Bishop Hendricken.