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Jonah Crabs and Wind Turbines | Providence News

Fishermen off Rhode Island’s coast are pivoting from lobsters to Jonah crabs as dwindling lobster stocks force a seafood shift—thanks to wind turbines creating artificial reefs that may be boosting crab populations, sparking new research to untangle whether these structures are truly enhancing marine life or just concentrating what’s already there. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e5e1b0429c73ac9f

Fugitive Sailed Into Justice | Providence News

After 20 years on Rhode Island’s most wanted list, fugitive Ronald Fischer—living under the alias Richard Graydon and captain of a 56-foot sailboat called “The Silver Lining”—was finally caught off the coast of New York. Wanted since 2005 for skipping his trial and being convicted of first-degree sexual assault, Fischer was apprehended by the Rhode Island Violent Fugitive Task Force, U.S. Marshals, and Coast Guard. The arrest, made without incident, underscores that no one can outrun justice forever. Now returned to Staten Island and handed over to authorities, Fischer’s capture brings long-awaited closure for the victim and reaffirms that accountability never expires. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ee4086937cfa418e

Miss Lizzie's Coffee Moves to New Historic Spot | Providence News

Miss Lizzie's Coffee Moves to New Historic Spot | Providence News

Fatal Stabbing on Van Leesten Bridge | Providence News

A fatal stabbing on the historic Van Leesten Bridge in Providence has sent shockwaves through the community—40-year-old Gerald Blair was killed, and 19-year-old Joseph LaRoche was swiftly arrested thanks to quick police work and security footage. Authorities credit multiple witnesses and surveillance cameras for the rapid resolution, while Chief Oscar Perez praised the department’s dedication to justice and public safety. This violent act on a bridge honoring a civil rights icon underscores the chilling impact of crime in a place meant for peace. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/db7bc36005e9c108

Dominican Elder Fraud Scheme Exposed | Providence News

Four Dominican nationals have pleaded guilty to a chilling elder fraud scheme that bilked hundreds of seniors across the U.S. for over $5 million, using fake grandchild emergencies and lawyer scams to pressure victims into sending cash—often via mail, rideshare drivers, or bank withdrawals. The operation, run from the Dominican Republic, targeted victims as old as 84, with over 400 victims identified, including 50 in Massachusetts. Led by Oscar Manuel Castanos Garcia, the ring used sophisticated call centers and laundered money back home, even using a Rhode Island aunt’s address as a drop-off point. Four others, including Luis German Santos Burgos (already sentenced to 48 months) and Gerardo Heriberto Nuñez Nuñez (pleading guilty to money laundering), are also facing justice. Authorities urge anyone potentially affected to report it—this crime carries heavy prison time for exploiting the most vulnerable. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/0ed820b0b19ed837