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Youth soccer tourney score for R.I. hotels
If the past is any indication, then the recently announced U.S. Youth Soccer Region 1 summer tournament at the University of Rhode Island in 2013 & 2014 should be a smashing success. more

By Michael Souza
PBN Staff Writer | 11/5/12

Charities again winners in this race
Runners in the 2012 CVS Caremark Downtown 5K hit the streets in Providence Sept. 16. More than 4,400 people participated in the main 5K race while 1,350 children took part in youth races. Along with a host of elite and competitive athletes, recreational runners, wheelchair competitors and walkers joined children to fill out the field. Last year the race raised $75,000 for local charities, bringing the total to that point during CVS Caremark’s 13-year sponsorship to $1.3 million. more
9/24/12
SBA approves R.I. purchase of Rocky Point property
The U.S. Small Business Administration has accepted Rhode Island’s offer to purchase the remaining land at Rocky Point in Warwick for the development of a future state park, Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee announced Monday. more
| 9/17/12
Study: red wine better for heart than vodka
A new study by Dr. Frank Sellke at Rhode Island has found that consuming red wine has more benefits than consuming vodka for pigs with high cholesterol. more
Giving chain stores run for money
For former professional runner Bob Bischoff, it’s all about the shoes. Specifically running shoes – and the co-owner of Rhode Runner in Providence, along with his wife, Colleen, has been focused since 2001 on helping Ocean State runners and walkers find their correct footing. more
Travel projections up for Labor Day despite rising gas prices
AAA Southern New England projects a 2.9 percent increase in Labor Day travel. The trade group estimates that 33 million U.S. residents will travel 50 miles or more from their home during the Labor Day holiday period between Thursday, Aug. 30, and Monday, Sept. 3. more
| 8/23/12
Section of Coventry bike path closed into 2013
A section of the Coventry Greenway bike path closed for construction on Monday and is expected to remain shut until well into 2013. more
| 8/20/12
Burlingame a jolt to summer economy
In the pine-wood forest of Charlestown lies 3,100-acre Burlingame State Campground, a somewhat-hidden economic driver that for years has brought people to the Ocean State. On its busiest weekends the park, which also encompasses Watchaug Pond, takes on the appearance of a small town. more
Pawtucket awards $100k for Blackstone River Corridor redevelopment
The city of Pawtucket awarded a $100,000 contract to redevelop the Blackstone River Corridor as part of a joint project between the cities of Pawtucket and Central Falls to revitalize the riverfront. more
Robert D. Coulter
Age: 36 more
7/23/12
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