Patrick Little

Anchor at WPRI-TV (Providence, RI)

Anchor at WLWC-TV (Providence, RI)

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Matunuck Oyster Bar employees encouraged to download app to find new jobs

3 weeks ago | wpri.com | Melanie DaSilva |Patrick Little

SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. (WPRI) - The investigation into the cause of the fire at Matunuck Oyster Bar continues. Meanwhile, many of the restaurant's roughly 300 employees are still looking for new jobs. A lot of organizations have stepped up to try and help, including Becca Paquette, the co-founder of an app that helps employers connect with people looking for work. Job seekers can create a profile on "Appie" which allows hiring businesses to look and see if they would be a good match.
What does RI's proposed assault weapons ban mean for current gun owners?

3 weeks ago | wpri.com | Melanie DaSilva |Patrick Little

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The Rhode Island House Judiciary Committee has scheduled a vote Tuesday on a proposal to ban assault-style firearms. While fully automatic weapons, such as machine guns, are already illegal in Rhode Island, the Assault Weapons Ban Act of 2025 ( H5436) aims to prohibit the purchase, sale, manufacturing, and possession of certain weapons, including semi-automatic shotguns, rifles and pistols.
An in-depth look into the end of Rhode Island's legislative session

1 month ago | wpri.com | Patrick Little |Melanie DaSilva

By Patrick Little,Melanie DaSilva EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Rhode Island lawmakers are entering the home stretch of the 2025 legislative session. They are looking to close a budget shortfall and address some key issues before adjourning for their summer break. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Patrick Little on 12 News This Morning to preview the end of the session.
In-depth look into Smiley's budget proposal

2 months ago | wpri.com | Patrick Little |Melanie DaSilva

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - Providence Mayor Brett Smiley announced plans to raise property taxes as part of his budget proposal. But, part of his strategy for closing the city's budget shortfall is also to raise fees and fines for everything from parking tickets to permits. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Patrick Little on 12 News This Morning to go in-depth about his proposal.
In-depth look into Smiley’s budget proposal

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Patrick Little

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — Providence Mayor Brett Smiley announced plans to raise property taxes as part of his budget proposal. But, part of his strategy for closing the city’s budget shortfall is also to raise fees and fines for everything from parking tickets to permits. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Patrick Little on 12 News This Morning to go in-depth about his proposal.
Where will RIPTA's new bus hub be in downtown Providence?

2 months ago | wpri.com | Patrick Little |Melanie DaSilva

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has narrowed its long-running search for a new bus hub in downtown Providence to two locations. The goal of the so-called bus hub is to centralize RIPTA's operations in the city and encourage the use of public transit. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Patrick Little on 12 News This Morning to go in-depth about the two locations in play.
Where will RIPTA’s new bus hub be in downtown Providence?

2 months ago | yahoo.com | Patrick Little

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) has narrowed its long-running search for a new bus hub in downtown Providence to two locations. The goal of the so-called bus hub is to centralize RIPTA’s operations in the city and encourage the use of public transit. In the video above, Boston Globe columnist Dan McGowan joined Patrick Little on 12 News This Morning to go in-depth about the two locations in play.
McCoy Stadium and the PawSox

Mar 27, 2025 | wpri.com | Patrick Little

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) - From the longest game in baseball history, to the beloved team's move out of McCoy Stadium. The Pawtucket Red Sox have a long history in Rhode Island and WPRI 12 has covered it all. In the video above, 12 News anchor Patrick Little takes a closer look at the memories left behind. Go here to see more coverage of WPRI 12's 70th anniversary. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts.
70 years of WPRI 12: McCoy Stadium and the PawSox

Mar 27, 2025 | yahoo.com | Patrick Little

PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — From the longest game in baseball history, to the beloved team’s move out of McCoy Stadium. The Pawtucket Red Sox have a long history in Rhode Island and WPRI 12 has covered it all. In the video above, 12 News anchor Patrick Little takes a closer look at the memories left behind. Go here to see more coverage of WPRI 12’s 70th anniversary. NEXT: Demolition of McCoy Stadium underway Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts.
Where does the proposed statewide assault weapons ban stand?

Mar 25, 2025 | wpri.com | Melanie DaSilva |Patrick Little

EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) - A hearing is set to be held at the State House this week on a proposal that would ban assault-style firearms in Rhode Island. While fully automatic weapons, such as machine guns, are already illegal in Rhode Island, the Assault Weapons Ban Act of 2025 ( H5436) aims to prohibit the purchase, sale, manufacturing, and possession of certain weapons, including semi-automatic shotguns, rifles and pistols.