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  • Published on 01:01 GMT

    Recovery of fishing trawler near wind turbine leads to call for federal investigation

    by WorldTribune Staff, October 25, 2026 — Real World News Safety concerns regarding offshore wind infrastructure are being revisited after the discovery of a fishing vessel which sank near the base of a Rhode Island wind turbine. Block Island Wind Farm …

    Source: World Tribune - Right-wing
  • Published on 05:10 GMT

    Rocco Baldelli withdraws from Mariners manager search

    One of the biggest names remaining in the Mariners’ managerial search has reportedly withdrawn from contention, reports Ken Rosenthal of The Athletic: Rocco Baldelli has reportedly taken himself out of the running, citing “family considerations.”Baldelli, …

    Source: Lookout Landing - Pending
  • Published on Oct 20, 2026

    A Rhode Island Man Grew the First Pumpkin to Surpass 3,000 Pounds. The Gargantuan Gourd Is the Largest Fruit Ever

    Sarah Kuta | Daily Correspondent October 20, 2026 5:20 p.m. Ron Wallace set the world record for the heaviest pumpkin. Frerichs Farm On April 15, Ron Wallace tucked a small seed into the soil in his greenhouse in Greene, Rhode Island. Nearly six months …

    Source: Smithsonian Magazine - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 22, 2026

    Alcon Expands Its Cell Therapy Ambitions With $550M Neurotech Pharma Acquisition

    Vision products giant Alcon is expanding its offerings for the eyes through the $550 million acquisition of Neurotech Pharmaceuticals, a company that developed and commercialized the only FDA-approved therapy for a rare retinal degeneration disorder. …

    Source: MedCity News - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 19, 2026

    CEO of Rhode Island Blood Center operator stepping down

    PROVIDENCE – Dr. Christopher D. Hillyer, CEO and president of New York Blood Center Enterprises, which operates the Rhode Island Blood Center, is stepping down from his leading roles, the organization announced.  Following 17 years at the helm of New York …

    Source: Providence Business News - Rhode Island - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 20, 2026

    Alcon Acquires Neurotech Pharmaceuticals for $550M

    Neurotech Pharmaceuticals Inc., whose executive chairman is well-known Orange County leader Jim Mazzo, has been acquired by Alcon for $550 million. This adds the Rhode Island-based biotech company’s treatment, ENCELTO, to Alcon’s retina portfolio. It’s …

    Source: Orange County Business Journal - California - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 24, 2026

    In the News… Quick recap of the week ending October 23, 2026

    A quick recap of news events of the week locally, regionally, nationally and internationally – and passings of note RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY E-scooters and e-bikes banned from sidewalks and parks in Barrington Beginning this week, on the Mt. Hope Bridge …

    Source: RI News Today - Rhode Island - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 16, 2026

    From 24.1 in Washington, D.C., to 14.4 in Rhode Island, Breast Cancer Death Rates Show Stark State Gaps

    The age-adjusted breast cancer death rate in Washington, D.C., reached 24.1 per 100,000 women in 2024, the highest of any state or D.C. and about 67% higher than Rhode Island's rate of 14.4, the lowest. The figures come from a CDC data table on female …

    Source: Medical Daily - Indeterminate
  • Published on Oct 23, 2026

    URI to join State Department grant to help feed the future in fisheries

    KINGSTON, R.I. – Oct. 23, 2026 – A University of Rhode Island professor with a global portfolio of work and a marine research associate in URI’s Coastal Institute are joining a multi-million dollar project funded by the U.S. Department of State, utilizing …

    Source: The University of Rhode Island - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 24, 2026

    Killing the Death Penalty

    Spectator It was going to be quite the spectacle, our first public execution since 500 or so watched a public hanging in Galena, Missouri, in 1937. A few months earlier, nearly 20,000 people had gathered, apparently in a festive mood, to watch another man …

    Source: Northern Express - Michigan - Left-wing
  • Published on Oct 23, 2026

    Major Questions Remain with the Mt. Hope Bridge. Response to the latest RITBA Update – Nick Landekic

    By Nick Landekic, for the Mt. Hope Bridge Watch On October 15 RITBA (Rhode Island Transportation and Bridge Authority) management gave a presentation on the Mt. Hope Bridge at the Rogers Library as part of the Bosworth lecture series. We sincerely …

    Source: RI News Today - Rhode Island - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 6, 2026

    Coastal wetlands from Rhode Island to Louisiana get $4 million boost in dual-state restoration push

    A University of Rhode Island biologist is set to lead a $4 million initiative funded by the U.S. National Science Foundation that aims to transform how two of the nation’s most vulnerable coastal states manage and restore their wetlands. Ying Zhang, a …

    Source: The University of Rhode Island - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 14, 2026

    New England Biolabs honors 11 scientists at Passion in Science Awards 

    - Advertisement -Please Support Local Advertisers Views: 127 Two-day event at Ipswich headquarters recognizes work in mentorship, arts, conservation and humanitarian service New England Biolabs hosted the winners of its fifth Passion in Science Awards at …

    Source: The Local News - Massachusetts - Center-left
  • Published on Oct 24, 2026

    A new record has hit the record books: the world’s largest pumpkin

    On Oct. 3, 2026, Ian Paton shattered his own world record for the world’s largest pumpkin, weighing in at 2,856 pounds and 12.8 ounces, according to Guiness World Records. However, this record was not held long, as it was broken again on Oct. 10, 2026 by …

    Source: The Lamron - New York - Pending
  • Published on Oct 3, 2026

    Rhode Island vs. Massachusetts: Cost of Living and Moving Considerations

    This content is not written by The New Pelican If you’re weighing a move between Rhode Island and Massachusetts, you’re comparing two neighboring New England states that can feel similar on the surface but differ quite a bit once you look closely at …

    Source: The New Pelican - Florida - Pending
  • Published on Oct 8, 2026

    Worcester’s bet on biotech is paying off

    The building is one of three sites owned by the nonprofit incubator for life sciences companies in Worcester. The building opened in 2020 with 25,000 square feet of office and lab space for companies starting and scaling up. By 2023, it had opened 15,000 …

    Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Center-left
  • Published on Oct 21, 2026

    Your Q3 K Street rankings

    With help from Amanda Chu, Timothy Cama and Danny Nguyen Here are your Lobbying Disclosure Act revenue rankings for the third quarter of 2026: TOP EARNING FIRMS: Ballard Partners: $35 million (versus $33 million in Q2 2026 and $25.1 million in Q3 2025) BGR …

    Source: Politico - Neutral
  • Published on Oct 22, 2026

    Hasbro CEO Chris Cocks promises ‘a lot of playful stuff’ around company’s new Boston HQ

    If you want to visit Hasbro chief executive Chris Cocks at his future Boston office, you will probably have to go through Optimus Prime first. On Wednesday, Cocks talked about his vision for the toy company’s headquarters relocation to Boston’s Seaport …

    Source: The Boston Globe - Massachusetts - Center-left
  • Published on Oct 23, 2026

    Trader Joe’s chicken wraps linked to E. coli outbreak, lawsuit alleges

    Two women are suing grocery chain Trader Joe's after eating chicken wraps that they say landed them in the hospital with severe foodborne illness, according to court documents. The lawsuit was filed by law firm Marler Clark on behalf of Gayle Gottlieb …

    Source: AOL - Neutral

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