Rhode Island
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BOSTON, Mass. (WLNE) — Two Rhode Island state troopers are running in the Boston Marathon.
For one it’s his first time, the other this is round three.
“I know somewhat what to expect from running other marathons. But Boston is a whole other animal, it is a very challenging course,” said Derek Melfi, Detective Lieutenant, RI State Police.
Although nerves are present, these troopers running for a reason.
“It is a lot of anxiety and a lot of pressure, but it is for a great cause,” said Captain Peter Cambio, Rhode Island State Police
That cause is Cops for Kids with Cancer, helping families who are struggling financially through cancer treatment.
“I think about the kids and what these families are going through. It is a motivation to know you are actually helping families direct,” said Captain Cambio.
At least $15,000 has raised for the charity, surpassing their initial goal of $5,000, and now at least three families will be receiving a check.
“These families, they go through a lot. Getting the news that your child has cancer is probably one of the worst things you will ever hear but having the support and the backing knowing that people care and will go that extra mile for you. It’s heartwarming,” said Corporal Amy Jackman, Rhode Island State Police.
The troopers will present those three families with a check in the future, and donations are still open to support Cops for Kids with Cancer.
You can donate here.
(WJAR) — A Rhode Island couple took home a big surprise from their vacation in Florida: a newborn baby.
The two had just arrived in Tampa to go on a cruise, when the mom started having severe abdominal cramps.
She was rushed to the emergency room where doctors broke the news:she was pregnant and the baby was on it’s way.
Neither one even knew they were expecting.
But they said their new baby boy “Sebastian” is a more than welcome souvenir.
Patrol officers were dispatched to the bridge shortly before 11 p.m. Tuesday and found a 40-year-old man with stab wounds to his chest, Josh Estrella, the director of communications for the city of Providence, said in an email.
The Providence Fire Department transported the man to Rhode Island Hospital, Estrella said.
I think we may have found the most terrifying porta potty in New England. Here’s how it happened.
We were lucky enough to broadcast The MGM Show live from DeWolf Tavern in Bristol, Rhode Island this morning.
Why Bristol Is Worth the Trip
Aside from being one of the most patriotic towns in America, Bristol is also one of the most beautiful seaside towns.
There’s only one problem: the bridge that you need to use to get to Bristol scares me to death. Don’t get me wrong, I don’t scare easily with things like bridges, tunnels, or airplanes. However, the Mount Hope Bridge is one that makes me want to close my eyes and “hope” for the best. Maybe that’s where the name comes from.
What Is Happening With the Mount Hope Bridge Construction?
If you live in the area of the Mount Hope Bridge, you know all too well about the construction that has been happening over the spring and summer. I noticed the construction today and it got me wondering if any of them were afraid of heights.
The Porta Potty That Might Be Rhode Island’s Scariest
If heights bother you, there’s definitely one added feature that could make working construction on the Mount Hope Bridge even more difficult, if not impossible.
The porta potty that is perched on top of the bridge is the stuff nightmares are made of. I’m not sure how badly I’d need to have to use a bathroom before I succumbed to opening the door of this porta potty and climbing inside.
How can anyone get in there and not picture themselves slowly free falling in the smelly chamber as indelible blue goo leaves the toilet as you prepare for your humiliating doom?
Take a look at these pictures and ask yourself if you could ever use it. This might be Rhode Island’s most terrifying porta potty.
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