Man with motorized lifeguard chair recognized for years of service to Newport NEWPORT, R.I. (WJAR) — Summer on the water in Newport during busy times is not for the faint of heart. But when passengers get off the shuttle, they wonder if their eyes are dec... See more
Peace Dale Dinner Table serves up support for people in need SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — On a hot summer day with no air conditioning in the kitchen of Peace Dale Congregational Church, we find Sylvia Blanda. The retired educator, but hardly retired, a... See more
Mother of drowning victim on a mission to save other children "He was my entire life." It's just days before what should have been Alexander Hopkins-Phelps 10th birthday. His mom, Jennifer Hopkins, is reminiscing. "I don't think he ever had a bad day," sh... See more
Jamestown Swarm Chaser has unique talent for catching, moving bees JAMESTOWN, R.I. (WJAR) — It was just a normal day at a home on Sloop Street in Jamestown until Stephen Santoro happened to glance up. "I looked up at the peak and saw a very large nest of ... See more
Handshake Initiative instills confidence, motivation in students PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — They come from all walks of life, including many professionals in the community, taking time out of their busy days to welcome students to school with enthusiasm an... See more
