Rhode Island
Abandoned Rhode Island Mill Offers Surprisingly Beautiful Views
Feeling adventurous as the weather turns warmer? Then perhaps a trip to the town of Burrillville, Rhode Island is the perfect way to spend a spring day.
That is where you’ll find an abandoned textile mill offering hikers a glimpse into New England’s Industrial Revolution days along with stunning views of the man-made dam that sent water cascading through the building.
Bring your walking shoes and your camera when you head to the ruins of Oakland Mill.
Sitting just where the Branch River meets Mill Pond, John L. Ross built a dam across the river in 1849, followed by his Oakland Mill in 1850. The property also featured housing for the mill workers and over the years various owners added a company store, barbershop and even a recreation hall for billiards, reading and stage shows.
It was a thriving community in the mid-1800s, now it’s an amazing abandoned site worth exploring.
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Though the housing and other buildings are long gone, the stone skeleton of this mighty mill remains.
Here’s a few pics of when I visited the Oakland Mill ruins in Burriville. It’s like exploring a castle in RI
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Getting there isn’t all that tricky either.
Just off of Mill Street in the Oakland section of Burrillville there are two trails out to the former mill site. There’s also a small parking lot so you don’t have to leave your vehicle by the road.
The trails are pretty well maintained and the property has lots to explore, but visitors definitely need to do so with caution.
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Along with the mill ruins is a building that once housed offices. This area is a little more dangerous, with sections of the office building roof having caved in and floors have collapsed as well.
There was at one time a smoke stack still standing on the site, but it recently collapsed as well.
Still the site if like a step back in time and well worth the short hike to some incredible photos.
Simmons Mill Pond Trail in Little Compton Is the Perfect Excuse to Get Outside
Take a walk through the quiet woods of Little Compton, Rhode Island and hit the reset button on life. Simmons Mill Pond Management Area can be accessed via Colebrook and John Dyer roads.
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See the Tropical Paradise Growing Inside This Pawtucket Mill
Mills across the SouthCoast have been converted into stores, apartments and even restaurants. But one former mill in Pawtucket, Rhode Island is now home to a 10,000 square foot tropical plant paradise.
Sleep Among the Foliage Inside This Stunning Mass. Pondhouse
Need a getaway from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? The Pondhouse Airbnb in Ashfield, Massachusetts provides a WiFi-free, cell service-free space that is not only aesthetically pleasing and relaxing, but is also a great way to reconnect with yourself and with nature. Plus, if you’re searching for the perfect spot to check out New England’s stunning fall foliage without getting out of bed, search no longer.
Gallery Credit: Kari Jakobsen
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Two wrong-way drivers arrested on I-95 in separate incidents. What to know.
The story behind RI State Trooper’s distinctive boots
Retired RI state troopers Lt. Kenneth Bowman and Lt. James Beck chat about the history of the RI state police boots at the RI State Police Museum.
The Rhode Island State Police arrested two wrong-way drivers in separate incidents on Interstate 95 in a short span of time in the early hours of Sunday, Feb. 15.
Both drivers were pulled over driving northbound on I-95 South within a few hours of each other, and both were charged with driving under the influence.
Six other drivers were arrested the same night for driving under the influence, according to a press release from the state police.
Two wrong-way drivers arrested on I-95 within hours
According to a state police press release, the Hope Valley Barracks received 911 calls reporting a vehicle traveling northbound on I-95 southbound in the vicinity of Exit 21 in East Greenwich around 1:20 a.m.
That vehicle was stopped by troopers from the Wickford Barracks just prior to the Rt. 4 split.
The driver, identified as a 21-year-old Coventry woman, was subsequently charged with reckless driving and driving under the influence after she allegedly failed all field sobriety tests administered at the scene.
The driver was arraigned by a justice of the peace and released to “a responsible adult” to face the charges, in court, at a later date.
At approximately 4:50 a.m., the Hope Valley Barracks again received 911 calls about a second wrong-way driver.
This driver was also traveling northbound on I-95 South in the vicinity of Exit 4 in Hopkinton. Moments later, troopers from the Hope Valley Barracks stopped the vehicle on I-95 South in the vicinity of Baker Pines Road in Richmond.
The 35-year-old driver from New London, Connecticut also “failed all Field Sobriety Tests” administered at the scene and was held pending an arraignment on charges of driving under the influence, reckless driving and a prohibited weapons charge.
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RI Lottery Powerball, Lucky For Life winning numbers for Feb. 14, 2026
The Rhode Island Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at Feb. 14, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from Feb. 14 drawing
23-43-58-60-64, Powerball: 24, Power Play: 2
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Winning Lucky For Life numbers from Feb. 14 drawing
14-17-30-43-48, Lucky Ball: 10
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Winning Numbers numbers from Feb. 14 drawing
Midday: 6-9-0-5
Evening: 0-2-9-6
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Winning Wild Money numbers from Feb. 14 drawing
08-21-23-27-30, Extra: 02
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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 Lucky for Life top prize of $1,000 a day for life and second prize of $25,000 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.
- 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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Komara Shines But Patriots Fall to Rhode Island – George Mason University Athletics
The first quarter saw George Mason flexing their rebounding muscles, especially on the offensive end, grabbing eight offensive boards. Hawa Komara’s relentless work in the paint paid off with crucial second-chance points, including a tip-in at 7:59. Komara also set a personal best with 16 rebounds, leading the charge on the glass. The lead seesawed between the Patriots and Rams, with a late layup by Louis Volker tying the game at 13. However, a 3-pointer by Valentina Ojeda at 0:22 gave Rhode Island a slight 16–13 edge to end the quarter.
In the second quarter, the Green & Gold showed grit, highlighted by Volker’s steal at 8:34 that sparked a brief scoring run. Yet, the Rams held their ground, building their lead with steady inside scoring. Kennedy Harris kept the Patriots in the fight, sinking a jumper at 3:45 and adding two free throws just before halftime. The Patriots headed into the break trailing 36-25.
George Mason mounted a spirited comeback in the third quarter, driven by more offensive rebounds and second-chance opportunities, with Komara leading the charge under the basket. Her pivotal tip-ins, including one at 6:01, helped trim the deficit. Harris was clutch from the line, making all her free throws during the quarter. Despite their efforts, the Patriots were outscored 20-18 in the period, with the Rams holding a 56-43 advantage heading into the final quarter.
In the fourth quarter, George Mason pushed to close the gap, highlighted by Zahirah Walton’s effectiveness inside. MJ Johnson added a crucial tip-in at 7:10, converting a three-point play to keep the Patriots in the hunt. But the Rams’ offensive firepower, with Vanessa Harris making key plays, proved too much. The game wrapped up with Rhode Island securing the 79-63 victory.
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