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Congress of the Birds in Chepachet is raising $50,000 to buy an X-ray machine + anesthesia machine for its clinic to help treat injured birds.

The rescue group seeks donations now to enhance care for local wildlife.

Rhode Island’s Wild Coast — a four-part series funded by Ocean State Media — will premiere Episode 3 Monday, Oct.

12. The series features underwater habitats and local species, showcasing high-production films on marine life.

Brown University endowment posted its highest return in five years, with a 19.6% gain that increased its market value by $1.5 billion.

The $357 million contribution supported academics in Fiscal Year 2026 — Jane Dietze will leave and Joshua Kennedy will serve as chief investment officer.

The latest RICAS report shows that student achievement in Rhode Island remains flat as math and ELA scores change less than 1 percentage point and about 33% of elementary and middle schoolers reach grade level.

Bright spots include 38.5% of third graders in reading (and a 10-point gain for eighth grade math) despite ongoing challenges in urban districts.

Residents of Prudence Island can now drink tap water safely — the Rhode Island Department of Health lifted the eight-year boil-water advisory on Oct.

6 after completing a $3.8 million project to address contaminants.

Providence is asking residents to nominate two evergreen trees—a 35-45-ft spruce or fir for City Hall and a 15-20-ft tree for the Providence Rink—for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony on December 5 from 4 to 7 p.m.; submissions, including a photo and description, are due by November 7.

Local writer Catherine Messier shares her favorite fall treats from apple and pumpkin picking trips around the state, inviting readers to enjoy seasonal desserts and celebrate autumn traditions + a cherished local pastime.

Two Rams defenders at URI lost their court appeal for an extra year of eligibility — a decision that could end their college football careers despite the NCAA's new rules.

Brown prepares for the 2026-27 women’s basketball season after Ivy League coaches picked the Bears fifth in the preseason poll on Wednesday.

Coach Monique LeBlanc said the team will use returning stars and promising newcomers as they open at Siena on Nov. 2.

On homecoming night, Narragansett defeated Scituate 30-14 with three interceptions, a blocked field goal, and three rushing touchdowns by Max Downey.

The Mariners will host Hope on Friday at 6 p.m. as they push for another title run.