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6 days ago | 
providencejournal.com | Catherine Messier
As Rhode Island's capital, Providence is well-known as the state's hub for food, arts and entertainment, but it's also the state's oldest town. Providence was founded by Roger Williams in 1636, making it nearly 400 years old. According to the National Parks Service website, Williams and a group of companions first settled near a freshwater spring in what is now the College Hill area of the city.
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1 week ago | 
providencejournal.com | Catherine Messier
Planning to travel within the country this spring? Starting on May 7, 2025, your regular driver license won't work to board domestic flights, or access certain federal fractalities. Instead, you'll need to have a REAL ID compliant license to get through Transportation Security Administration (TSA) checkpoints. However, certain other TSA-approved forms of identification, such as passports, can be used in place of a Real ID. Here's what to know before the May 7 deadline hits. What is REAL ID?
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1 week ago | 
providencejournal.com | Catherine Messier |Katie Landeck
Let the countdown to summer vacation begin. It's getting close to the last day of school year. Rhode Island’s Department of Education states schools must have 180 days of instruction. Because of that, there's some flexibility on when the last day of school is to make up for snow days and other potential unexpected closures during the school year.
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1 week ago | 
providencejournal.com | Catherine Messier
If you want to say you've eaten somewhere that pirates used to frequent, there's a spot in Rhode Island for that. The state's oldest restaurant is over 100 years older than the country. First built as a home residence for Francis Brinley in 1652, the White Horse Tavern opened for business in 1673, making it the oldest standing restaurant in not only Rhode Island, but the entire country.
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1 week ago | 
providencejournal.com | Catherine Messier
Rhode Island offers unique Airbnb options beyond typical New England cottages. These include a historic lighthouse, a renovated schoolhouse, and a land yacht. Looking forward to a summer getaway in coastal Rhode Island, but want something more than your typical New England cottage? While the travel destination is known for its charming houses by the water, there are also plenty of Airbnbs in the area that offer unusual stays.
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1 week ago | 
seacoastonline.com | Catherine Messier
Three unique Airbnbs offer alternatives to traditional New England cottages on the Seacoast. Options include a houseboat in Portsmouth, a glamping cabin in South Berwick, and a converted barn in Stratham. These rentals provide opportunities for relaxation, recreation, and experiencing the Seacoast's unique charm. Looking forward to a summer getaway on the Seacoast, but want something more than your typical New England cottage?
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1 week ago | 
metrowestdailynews.com | Catherine Messier
Show Caption Hide Caption Airfare prices decline ahead of summer travel seasonMajor carriers, including Southwest Airlines, United Airlines, and Delta Air Lines, are also cutting back on flight schedules. Three unique Airbnbs offer alternatives to traditional New England cottages on the Seacoast. Options include a houseboat in Portsmouth, a glamping cabin in South Berwick, and a converted barn in Stratham.
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1 week ago | 
tauntongazette.com | Catherine Messier
May is almost here, bringing warmer weather and various holidays, such as Mother's Day, Memorial Day and Cinco de Mayo. While Cinco de Mayo is the most popular reason to celebrate May 5, this year, the date is also being celebrated for another reason - Square Root Day. Similar to Pi Day being celebrated for its date resembling the numbers of pi, this math-centered holiday celebrates when a date resembles a number being squared - an occurrence that only happens once every few years.
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2 weeks ago | 
telegram.com | Catherine Messier
Looking forward to a summer getaway in Western Massachusetts, but want something more than your typical New England Colonial? While the travel destination is known for its historic houses surrounded by lush green scenery, there are also plenty of Airbnbs in the area that offer unusual stays. From glass houses in the woods to converted barns on rolling farms, Massachusetts is sure to have the perfect unique lodging accommodation for an unforgettable summer trip.
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2 weeks ago | 
wickedlocal.com | Catherine Messier
Rob Gronkowski will host a charity pickleball event called "Pickleball for a Purpose" in Natick on May 28. Participants can register individually or as a team, fundraise, and potentially play against Gronkowski. Spectator tickets are available for $187 and include event access and a drink ticket. Rob Gronkowski will return to Massachusetts this May, but instead of the football field, he'll be headed to the pickleball court.
