Tucked away in the smallest state in the union sits Pawtucket, a historic riverside community that’s quietly becoming Rhode Island’s best-kept secret for budget-conscious retirees.

Property taxes, while not the lowest in the country, are offset by Rhode Island’s tax-friendly policies toward retirees, including no tax on Social Security benefits for many seniors. For those ...

Barbara Ron reports that six former members of the Pawtucket Fire Department are suing the city, claiming they were unlawfully fired for off-duty cannabis use and seeking reinstatement.

Heyn described the moment he first saw the business engulfed in flames as his "worst nightmare," realizing that 10 years of ...

• Waterfire Arts Center, 475 Valley St., Providence, will host a Holiday Arts Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., both days. The event will include artists and craftsmen offering handmade holiday decor and ...