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LINCOLN, R.I. (WLNE) — The Rhode Island Department of Transportation plans to close the on-ramp from Route 146 North to I-295 South in Lincoln on Friday night.
RIDOT said the closure will occur from 10 p.m. Friday until the end of the year due to continued construction on the bridge that carries I-295 South over Route 146.
Officials added that drivers can remain on Route 146 North and take the exit for Route 99 as an alternate route, reversing direction at the Sayles Hill Road interchange toward Route 146 South and the I-295 South exit.
A lane shift will also be in place for drivers on I-295 South at Route 146, at which point through traffic will stay left.
RIDOT said anyone taking the exit to Route 146 South should stay right before the interchange and be prepared to take the exit earlier than usual.
The closure was originally scheduled for April 5 after being postponed from March 22 due to inclement weather.
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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.
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Evening: 6-7-5-2
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04-05-07-13-32, Extra: 18
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04-11-31-54-58, Bonus: 03
Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
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