The Providence Journal’s printing operations are moving to New Jersey after 196 years of local production, with a timeline of technical innovations over nearly two centuries. Senate President Dominick Ruggerio remains hospitalized, sparking discussions among colleagues about succession. Rhode Island landlords are struggling to comply with the state’s new lead-safe apartment registry law, with confusion and challenges due to a shortage of licensed lead inspectors.

Blake Lively and Ryan Reynolds visited a Rhode Island farm for a horse show, where their children competed and earned the most points. Ponaganset’s boys wrestling team dominated the state championships, winning 10 gold medals and breaking their own record. The James Beard Foundation recognized five restaurants, including Boston’s Sullivan’s Castle Island, for the annual America’s Classics Awards, highlighting timeless appeal and familiar comfort food offerings.

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