Hanju Kitchen Chef Closes Shop in Providence, Leaves U.S. Amid Uncertainty in Immigration Policies

by Eric Halvarson

A bowl of gumbo ramen. A spoonful of kimchi mac & cheese. A bulgogi hot dog.  These are the culinary creations from the mind of Chef Jenny Han, served across Providence for the last five years. Dubbed “KoCajun,” Han’s unique blend of Korean and Cajun [...]

Telling on Herself: Kate Colby’s Paradoxx

by Diane Josefowicz

“A certain unpleasant episode has taken dominion of my life,” declares the Providence writer Kate Colby in her new essay collection, “but I’m leaving it to a few light references in my life on paper.” Over the course of a year beset with difficulties, Colby [...]

People in Providence Are Finding It Difficult, If Not Nearly Impossible, to Find Primary Care Providers These Days. Are Reimbursement Rates to Blame?

by Charles Kees McKay

With the collapse of Anchor Medical in mid-2025, leaving over 25,000 patients scrambling to find new primary care providers, Rhode Island’s ability to attract and keep healthcare entities afloat in New England’s competitive healthcare market has come into question. Many believe subpar reimbursement rates are [...]

When Do Elections Begin in Providence? Key Deadlines for 2026

by Eric Halvarson

It’s going to be a big year for elections in Providence.  Not only is the Mayoral race going to make headlines, but every City Council seat is up for election. At the state level, Providence residents will be electing all of their Representatives and Senators, [...]

The Roommate — A Sharp, Funny, and Unexpectedly Tender Study of Reinvention

by Judith Clinton

Trinity Rep’s latest production, The Roommate, offers a sharply observed portrait of two women whose unlikely connection becomes a catalyst for reinvention. The play’s humor and heart lands with precision, thanks to two exceptional performances and Curt Columbus’s deft direction in his first outing as [...]

Crook Point Bascule Bridge Will Be Demolished — Unless Providence Takes Action

by Katy Pickens

Editor’s Note: This article was originally published by Providence Post on February 5, 2026. Copyright ppsri.org. Reprinted with permission. Rhode Island Department of Transportation is scheduled to demolish the bridge in 2026-2027; The city may want to take ownership of the bridge, create an authority [...]

The Cost of Dying — State-Assisted Burials at a Providence Funeral Home

by Andrea Gutierrez

The cost of living in the United States is as relevant as ever, with people citing higher prices at the grocery store and on their utility bills. While the conversation around affordability is had by the living, unfortunately, expenses continue after death. The cost of [...]

Providence Sees Five Year High in Overnight Parking Tickets, with Over 50,000 Issued in 2025

by Eric Halvarson

Providence issued more than 50,000 tickets for overnight parking violations in 2025, the most the City has delivered in the past five years.  City residents without driveways or provided parking lots are gambling over whether to buy an expensive overnight parking pass or risk a [...]

“Innocent Knowledge,” An Exhibition of Artwork by Israeli and Palestinian Children

by Lynn Holstein

Providence lies more than 5,500 miles away from the ongoing Israel-Hamas conflict. Despite this geographic distance, images from civilians suffering from the conflict are now on display at Brown University’s Ruth J. Simmons Center for the Study of Slavery & Justice, documenting the experiences of [...]

Celebrating “The Great Connector” at VegFest

by Margaret Rizzuto

Founded by longtime vegan and communications professional Robin Dionne, VegFest grew out of years of attending plant-based food festivals around the country and wondering why Rhode Island didn’t have one of its own. After years of  planning, research, and development, Rhode Island VegFest was ready [...]