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A chilly spring afternoon greeted hundreds of beer enthusiasts when the Newport Beer Festival took over Fort Adams State Park on Saturday, April 19. Dozens of vendors were present, including several from Aquidneck Island and many others from around the state, along with live music from the Z-Boys.
More than 50 breweries from across the region were serving samples, including members of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild, the Connecticut Brewers Guild, the Maine Brewers’ Guild, the Massachusetts Brewers Guild, the New Hampshire Brewers Association, and the Vermont Brewers Association. From fruity IPAs to light lagers and tangy seltzers, breweries provided a wide assortment of beer throughout the afternoon.
Among local breweries, Ragged Island Brewing Co., Rejects Beer Co., and Taproot Brewing brought fan favorites and new brews to the festival. Other leading Rhode Island breweries, including Grey Sail Brewing, Proclamation Ale, Tower Hill Brewing, Tilted Barn Brewery, and Narragansett Brewing, were set up in the fort with their finest offerings. Also pouring… the newest Newport brewery, Pivotal Brewing, which opened their Broadway location this weekend.
Next up for the Rhode Island Brewers Guild, the Ocean State Brewers Fest, with details to be announced soon. In the meantime, check out a few photos from the festival. (All photos: Ken Abrams)







































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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.
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(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:
Midday: 7-7-1-0
Evening: 6-7-5-2
Check Numbers payouts and previous drawings here.
04-05-07-13-32, Extra: 18
Check Wild Money payouts and previous drawings here.
04-11-31-54-58, Bonus: 03
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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