Known as “The Ocean State” for its gorgeous beaches and stunning coastlines, Rhode Island is also home to historic mansions, ...

Kathleen Danise suffered a concussion and two broken ribs. — -- A woman injured in an apparent explosion at a Rhode Island beach said the last thing she remembers is relaxing and reading a book. ...

Rhode Island is packed with underrated destinations and beautiful hidden gems, and you can add this secret beach to your ...

Dog owners, take note: starting this week, you may have to keep your four-legged friends away from your local beach. State beaches in Rhode Island ban dogs from April 1 through September 30 every year ...

Unlike states where beaches and beach access can be made private, Rhode Islanders enjoy a right to the shore that is enshrined in the state’s constitution. Beach access expanded significantly in 2023 ...

Craving seaside flavor? This beloved Rhode Island shack serves a fried fish sandwich that keeps people coming back.

NARRAGANSETT, R.I. (WJAR) — Sunday's break in the recent wet weather has perfectly coincided with opening weekend at two Rhode Island State Beaches. Both Scarborough North and Salty Brine in ...

Red seaweed has been washing up on Rhode Island beaches for years, but what is it? This week on Possibly we explain what’s causing this red seaweed to appear, how it’s different from harmful “red ...

PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — With summer right around the corner, Memorial Day weekend is the beginning of beach season in the Ocean State. Starting Saturday, May 24, all Rhode Island state beaches — ...

The DEM is offering another round of grants to providers of swim lessons for kids from minority or low-income backgrounds.