MIDDLETOWN, R.I. (WPRI) — Lifeguards cleared the water at Third Beach in Middletown following an unconfirmed shark sighting Wednesday afternoon. The town issued an alert after a camp counselor at ...
Swimmers were evacuated from the water at Third Beach in Middletown after an unconfirmed shark sighting Wednesday afternoon. Officials said they received a report from a camp counselor of a fin in the ...
Due to high bacterial levels, the Rhode Island Department of Health recommended Thursday, Aug. 31 that two Rhode Island beaches close. A full list of closed Rhode Island beaches can be found at health ...
Newport and Middletown are reporting record-setting beach revenue numbers for 2025. The City of Newport collected $1.34 million in beach parking revenue for 2025, a 20% increase from 2024, which was ...
Somerset Police arrested a Rhode Island man on Monday, Sept. 22, who faces multiple charges after allegedly carjacking a pair of vehicles in the Ocean State. Jaron Monroe, 37, of 7 Wood St. #2, Warren ...
Rhode Island beaches offer a variety of finds for beachcombers, including sea glass, shells, rocks, and even fossils. Popular spots include Sachuest Point for rocks and shells, Barrington Town Beach ...