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Hooters Shuts Down Warwick Location
local-news1 year ago

Hooters Shuts Down Warwick Location

The Hooters restaurant on Airport Road in Warwick, R.I., has closed again, despite its website listing operating hours and a phone number that leads to a non-functional website. A sign in the window attributes the closure to a "bridge collapse." The restaurant had previously closed for five years due to roof damage from severe ice, reopening in 2020.

Warwick's Former Mayor Avedisian Pleads Not Guilty to Hit-and-Run Charge
legalcrime1 year ago

Warwick's Former Mayor Avedisian Pleads Not Guilty to Hit-and-Run Charge

RIPTA CEO Scott Avedisian pleaded not guilty to leaving the scene of a fender bender at a McDonald's drive-thru, where he allegedly collided with two other cars and then fled. Avedisian, who was driving a RIPTA-issued car at the time, refused to answer questions and was released on $1,000 personal recognizance. The incident has raised concerns about his driving history, and Gov. Dan McKee stated that he will make personnel decisions after hearing more details.

Warwick CEO Avedisian Faces Charges for Hit-and-Run Incident
legalcrime1 year ago

Warwick CEO Avedisian Faces Charges for Hit-and-Run Incident

RIPTA CEO Scott Avedisian will be charged with a misdemeanor for leaving the scene of an accident after a fender bender in a McDonald’s drive-thru. Avedisian allegedly rear-ended a car, motioned the other driver to pull over, and then drove off without reporting the crash to the police. This isn't the first time Avedisian's driving has made headlines, as he was involved in another incident in 2022. The Attorney General's office will handle the prosecution due to a conflict with the local solicitor, and RIPTA has confirmed that Avedisian remains an active employee.

Warwick Police Identify Victims in Murder-Suicide
crime1 year ago

Warwick Police Identify Victims in Murder-Suicide

In Warwick, Rhode Island, a 33-year-old man, Seamus Dempsey, was found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound after allegedly shooting his 4-year-old son, Liam Dempsey, in a murder-suicide. The incident was reported by the man's wife, who also mentioned her 79-year-old mother-in-law was in the home. The child was a student at the Warwick Early Learning Center, and the investigation is ongoing.

"Warwick Police Respond to Active Crime Scene with Heavy Presence"
crime1 year ago

"Warwick Police Respond to Active Crime Scene with Heavy Presence"

A small child was killed in a shooting at a home in Warwick, Rhode Island, with the alleged suspect found dead from a self-inflicted gunshot wound. A heavy police presence gathered at the scene, prompting temporary shelter-in-place designations at nearby schools. The incident is still under investigation, and the police have not released further details.

Warwick Community Shaken by Tragic Events
crime2 years ago

Warwick Community Shaken by Tragic Events

A man in his late 50s is dead following a domestic disturbance at a home in Warwick, Rhode Island. Police responded to reports of a man with a firearm and surrounded the home for hours. After hearing what they believed to be a gunshot, officers entered the home and discovered the man's body. The exact cause of death is unknown, and there is no active threat to the public at this time. An investigation is ongoing.

'Bachelorette' Host Reveals Close Call for Charity and Brayden
entertainment2 years ago

'Bachelorette' Host Reveals Close Call for Charity and Brayden

Jesse Palmer, host of 'The Bachelorette,' reveals that Charity was close to taking Brayden's rose back after he expressed concerns about getting engaged. Palmer also discusses Warwick's lackluster one-on-one date with Charity and the tension caused by the abrupt end of the cocktail party. Despite the drama, Charity ultimately decided to keep Brayden because she believes he can become more comfortable in the environment and potentially propose in the end.

Animal cruelty suspects detained and charged in Rhode Island.
crime2 years ago

Animal cruelty suspects detained and charged in Rhode Island.

Andrew Sanville, one of the suspects accused of letting two dogs loose in Warwick, Rhode Island, was arraigned on charges of animal cruelty, abandonment of animals, improper care of dogs, and failure to vaccinate against rabies. He was ordered held without bail. Sanville and Amanda Bray were arrested after police determined they intentionally let the dogs out over the weekend. The dogs were originally thought to be coyotes and were seen roaming around neighborhoods during the daytime, leading to calls to police from concerned residents.