Katie Landeck

1 day ago | telegram.com | Katie Landeck

Katie LandeckUSA TODAY NETWORK - New EnglandMost snakes in Massachusetts are relatively harmless. You leave them alone, and they'll leave you alone, while keeping your yard's ecosystem in balance (think fewer rodents). But, there are two species – just two – that are venomous and their bites would pack a punch: the timber rattlesnake and the copperhead. Neither of these two species are particularly common to come across, but it does happen.

1 day ago | burlingtonfreepress.com | Alex Perry |Katie Landeck

McDonald's has a new McFlurry, but there's a catch: You'll have to drive across the border to Canada if you want to try it. But from Burlington, you can be over the border and in Canada about an hour if you are determined to try the new McFlurry. The new flavor? Birthday Cake. The new dessert marks the 30th anniversary of the McFlurry, which was first invented in Canada. The McFlurry was first created by a Canadian McDonald's franchisee in Bathurst, New Brunswick, in 1995.

1 day ago | providencejournal.com | Katie Landeck

Former Big Lots locations are continuing to be snatched up by other retailers. Most recently, court documents show the Aldi has purchased three locations, though none of the are in Rhode Island or New England. Last year, Big Lots announced they were closing all stores, though in April 2025 a last minute deal allowed for a comeback for some to reopen on the East Coast. So far, none of the returning locations have been in the Northeast.

2 days ago | providencejournal.com | Katie Landeck

Katie LandeckUSA TODAY NETWORK - New EnglandOlivia Culpo is known for her taste, particularly in restaurants. The reality star's family has opened five restaurants in the state – The Back 40, Union + Main, Lake Taco, Evie's and Black Oak Kitchen & Drink – since 2017 that she has a hand in. And she's always made it known on social media that she loves Rhode Island food. She recently had her baby shower at the famous Castle Hill Inn, known for its drinks on the lawn and fine dining.

2 days ago | providencejournal.com | Katie Landeck

Summer is almost here, but what will the weather be like this year? Will it be like 2024, when it rained on almost every weekend day? Or like summer 2023, when it was Or will Rhode Island finally get one of those perfect summers with warm beach days perfect for sipping on a Del's lemonade? Preferably on a Saturday, when you don't need to take time off of work.