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25,000-pound whale euthanized after stranding in R.I. pond as remains of second whale wash up on beach nearby – The Boston Globe
A local resident initially spotted a roughly 42-foot, 25,000-pound fin whale in Potter Pond around 6:30 a.m. Thursday and called the aquariumâs rescue hotline, the organization said in a statement.
Aquarium staffers and veterinarians quickly responded and discovered the massive whale in an âemaciatedâ and âcompromised state,â the release said.
âAfter a thorough evaluation by Mystic Aquariumâs veterinary team, the whale did not seem to have any apparent or obvious wounds or signs of immediate cause of stranding,â the statement said.
After consulting with personnel from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, rescuers decided to wait for high tide in the hopes that the whale would refloat and leave the area, officials said.
But there would not be a positive outcome for the animal.
âUnfortunately, the whale did not refloat,â the statement. âWith animal welfare as Mystic Aquariumâs top priority and considering the poor condition and low likelihood of survival for the compromised animal, the decision was made to use medical intervention to alleviate the whaleâs suffering.â
The statement said aquarium and R.I. Dept of Environmental Management personnel were by the whaleâs side when it died around 9:20 p.m.
A necropsy is planned for Friday in an effort to determine the cause of the stranding, the statement said.
âOur hearts go out to this magnificent creature, and we remain committed to the conservation and welfare of all marine life,â said Eric Anderson, the aquariumâs senior director of animal health and welfare, in the statement.
Andersonâs words were echoed by Sarah Callan, animal rescue program manager at the aquarium.
âThese cases are always heartbreaking, seeing such a beautiful animal in a compromised state,â Callan said in the statement. âAs sad as the outcome is here, I feel some relief that this animal is now at peace. Weâll collect a lot of data today and not only learn more about what happened with this specific whale, but also different threats that this species faces as a whole.â
In addition to the fin whale, the remains of a second whale washed up around noon Thursday on Moonstone Beach in South Kingston, officials said Friday.
âThe second whale, a pilot whale, that washed up on Moonstone Beach is decomposed, so most likely was dead for a while and washed in with the most recent storm,â said aquarium spokesperson Meagan Seacor via email.
âThere was no stranding in this case. We sent our team out to review and collect data on the animal, but due to the decomposition, we will not be able to conduct a necropsy.â
Travis Andersen can be reached at travis.andersen@globe.com.
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The vehicle’s three occupants are believed to still be inside.
A car carrying a family of three went into the Seekonk River in Rhode Island Sunday evening, authorities said.
The vehicle entered the river near the Taft Street boat ramp shortly before 7:30 p.m., Pawtucket Police Chief Tina Goncalves said in a statement.
A bystander riding a jet ski heard the car dive into the water and attempted to help, while another witness called 911, according to Goncalves.
First responders arrived within three minutes of the emergency call, Goncalves noted.
The vehicle’s three occupants are believed to still be inside, The Boston Globe reported.
Recovery efforts resumed Monday, with Pawtucket police and fire personnel working alongside Rhode Island State Police and other state agencies to remove the vehicle from the river, Goncalves said.
“Conditions are extremely challenging for dive teams due to the strong current and poor underwater visibility,” she added.
A video released by the Globe shows the car being recovered from the water Monday afternoon.
Authorities have not released the identities or conditions of the occupants.
“We ask that you please keep the family and their loved ones in your prayers as our first responders continue recovery efforts,” Goncalves said.
(WJAR) — Rhode Island leaders will announce millions in funding for road improvements in Aquidneck Island on Monday.
Members of the Rhode Island Congressional Delegation will announce $19,250,000 in federal funding for the project.
File image of traffic in Aquidneck Island. (WJAR)
It’s meant to improve road and sidewalk conditions on the island.
This will include high-visibility crosswalks to improve pedestrian safety.
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Senator Jack Reed, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, and Congressman Gabe Amo are expected to attend.
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at June 28, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Numbers numbers from June 28 drawing
Midday: 7-7-1-0
Evening: 6-7-5-2
Check Numbers payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Wild Money numbers from June 28 drawing
04-05-07-13-32, Extra: 18
Check Wild Money payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from June 28 drawing
04-11-31-54-58, Bonus: 03
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
- Prizes less than $600 can be claimed at any Rhode Island Lottery Retailer. Prizes of $600 and above must be claimed at Lottery Headquarters, 1425 Pontiac Ave., Cranston, Rhode Island 02920.
- Mega Millions and Powerball jackpot winners can decide on cash or annuity payment within 60 days after becoming entitled to the prize. The annuitized prize shall be paid in 30 graduated annual installments.
- Winners of the Millionaire for Life top prize of $1,000,000 a year for life and second prize of $100,000 a year for life can decide to collect the prize for a minimum of 20 years or take a lump sum cash payment.
When are the Rhode Island Lottery drawings held?
- Powerball: 10:59 p.m. ET on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
- Mega Millions: 11:00 p.m. ET on Tuesday and Friday.
- Lucky for Life: 10:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Millionaire for Life: 11:15 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Midday): 1:30 p.m. ET daily.
- Numbers (Evening): 7:29 p.m. ET daily.
- Wild Money: 7:29 p.m. ET on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a Rhode Island editor. You can send feedback using this form.
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