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November 13, 2008

Caught on cam: Christmas tree breaks

Workers suffer a mishap while moving a city’s Christmas tree.

10 Around Town: South County

Jenn Luther of the Westerly Sun has some suggestions of fun things to do this weekend in the South County area.

Hey Do This!
Hey Do This!

Discover this week’s top events, browse the arts, and find out who’s in town.

Flashback: Nov. 13, 1988

Today is a special anniversary for the Providence Public Library.


November 12, 2008

Beluga whales take up temporary residence at Mystic

Some out-of-town beluga whales are introduced to the locals at Mystic Aquarium.

Donation saves Newport Film Festival

A donation will allow the Newport International Film Festival to continue another year.

Flashback: Nov. 12, 1990

This was really the day the RISDIC credit union crisis began.

Maurice Greene ran off of ‘Dancing with the Stars’
Maurice Greene ran off of ‘Dancing with the Stars’

Maurice Greene won’t be running around the “Dancing with the Stars” ballroom anymore.


November 11, 2008

Jon Stewart, Lily Tomlin honor George Carlin
Jon Stewart, Lily Tomlin honor George Carlin

The late comedian George Carlin is honored with the Mark Twain Prize for American Humor.

‘Stoopid Criminal’

A robber forgets his stash—how does that happen!

Flashback: Nov. 11, 1987

Today’s Flashback features what the weather “could” be like on this Veterans Day.

Oprah now selling ‘favorite things’

Have you been trying to find some of the items Oprah has featured in her “Favorite Things”?


November 10, 2008

‘Gene and Co.‘ talks with Jay Leno

Gene Valicenti catches up with comedian Jay Leno, who made a stop at URI.

Vote for your favorite wedding item!
Vote for your favorite wedding item!

Kate and Stephen need your help! It’s time to cast your ballot for their wedding items such as gown, tuxedo and cake, flowers and music.  Vote Now!

Flashback: Nov. 10, 1982

One of RI’s most memorable days occurred 83 years ago Nov. 11, 1925.


November 09, 2008

‘Madagascar’ roars with $63.5 million weekend
‘Madagascar’ roars with $63.5 million weekend

Families herded into movie theaters to see the animated sequel “Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa” which led the weekend with a $63.5 million debut.

Behind the Scenes with the NBC10 Free Wedding Winners

Kate McAdam, the winner of the NBC10 Free Wedding Giveaway, watches the grand prize announcement with her friends at the Smithfield Senior Center. 


November 07, 2008

Flashback: Nov. 7, 1989

A DOT project that was celebrated throughout the state.


November 06, 2008

Gene and Co. tours Trader Joe’s

Gene Valicenti takes a tour of the new Trader Joe’s store in Warwick.

10 Around Town: South County

Jenn Luther of The Westerly Sun tells us what’s up in South County this weekend.

B101 starts playing holiday music

The radio station B101 on Thursday flipped its format to 24-hour holiday music for the holiday season.

Janet Jackson cancels tour

Janet Jackson cancels her tour stops in New England.

Free Wedding Giveaway winner revealed!
Free Wedding Giveaway winner revealed!

Which of these four couples won a wedding package worth more than $55,000?


November 05, 2008

Governor designates state’s tall ship

Rhode Island has a new symbol of its maritime heritage.

‘Jurassic Park’ author Michael Crichton dies
‘Jurassic Park’ author Michael Crichton dies

Author Michael Crichton dies of cancer.

Flashback:  Nov. 5, 1980

Here’s today’s Flashback.


November 03, 2008

Vinyl resurgence puts store back in the groove
Vinyl resurgence puts store back in the groove

A record store that closed earlier this year is reopening because of the demand for vinyl.

Flashback: Nov. 3, 1972

Flashback

Hard Rock Park files for bankruptcy

Six months after opening, the Hard Rock Park in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has filed for bankruptcy protection.


November 02, 2008

‘High School Musical 3’ is head of class at movies
‘High School Musical 3’ is head of class at movies

Hollywood made audiences repeat senior year. Disney’s “High School Musical 3: Senior Year” hauled in $15 million to remain the top movie for the second straight weekend.

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