CORSETS, CARRIAGES & CAMERAS: “THE GILDED AGE” RETURNS TO NEWPORT FOR SEASON 4 Providence, RI — The Rhode Island Film & TV Office is excited to announce HBO’s Emmy-award winning, hit drama series “The Gilded Age” is returning to Newport for filming on Season 4. Created by Lord Julian Fellowes (“Downton Abbey”) and set in New York City and Newport, Rhode Island circa the 1880’s, the show’s return signals more than just another season – it marks another chapter of collaboration between a major HBO production and Rhode Island’s talented workforce. Hundreds of local professionals and small businesses benefit as the Ocean State once again steps into the Hollywood spotlight. When the cameras roll, so does the local economy. From carpenters building elaborate sets to drivers navigating cobblestone streets and caterers fueling long shoot days to hotels welcoming cast and crew, The Gilded Age brings weeks of steady work and unmistakable energy to the Ocean State. Season four will include stars Carrie Coon, Christine Baranski, Cynthia Nixon, Morgan […]

Dear neighbor, I am pleased to invite you to join us for the official 2026 Rhode Island Arbor Day Celebration, taking place on Friday, April 24, 2026, at 11:00 AM at the Slater Memorial Park – Kenny Tennis Court Complex (831 Armistice Boulevard, Pawtucket). This special event, hosted by the City of Pawtucket, will bring together state […]

New Pioneer brief finds Massachusetts has reported just 20 AI use cases, only three of them directly serving constituents Massachusetts Has Taken an Important Step on Government AI—But the Commonwealth Must Do More to Improve Services, Transparency, and Save Taxpayer Dollars Boston, MA — A new Pioneer Institute policy brief argues that Massachusetts can use artificial […]

“The Secret World of Elephants” is Now Open! How do elephants “hear” with their feet, use 16 powerful muscles in their trunks, or reshape entire forests just by eating and walking? Step into The Secret World of Elephants and uncover the science, stories, and surprises behind these extraordinary animals. Open at the EcoTarium, March–September 2026, this […]

Attleboro Arts Museum Community Gallery April 7th – May 29th, 2026 86 Park Street, Attleboro, MA Free and open to all. Image: When the Sky Roared by Marianne Koslosky. The Drama of Nature and Our Emotions A Series of Acrylic Paintings by Marianne Koslosky Community Gallery The Community Gallery is located in the lobby of the Attleboro Arts […]

Spewing Motorboats Foul Water Column Grace Lee April 10, 2026 Motor boats are notorious polluters of the river, lake and ocean waters they ride on with the industry doing little to make it better. Credit: Pexels.com. Dear EarthTalk: Do motorboats still spew a lot of toxins into water? What’s being done to clean them up and […]

Registration Opens for Summer Camps in Tiverton Four Corners Registration is open for Summer Camps in  Tiverton Four Corners.  Join us mornings for a week long Art & Nature Camp this summer July 6th – July 10th! Campers will be encouraged to connect with the natural world while nourishing creativity through Art & Nature!  Camp will take place indoors and outdoors in the Meeting House on our beautiful […]

Request for publicity: First Baptist Church of Attleboro Saturday, April 25th from 2-3:30 PM.  Discussion group led by Rev. Cheryl Harris.  Is love greater than hate?  Where and how?  All are welcome and refreshments will be available.  First Baptist Church of Attleboro, 118 S Main Street The event titled “Is love greater than hate? Where and how?” Scheduled for Saturday, April 25th from 2-3:30 PM   First Baptist Church of Attleboro, 118 S Main Street.  This discussion group is led by Rev. Cheryl Harris, and it is open to all attendees.  Refreshments will be available for those who wish to join.