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07/09/2025

During the severe lightning storms last night, 630 WPRO-AM’s main tower took a direct hit. While we’re working to rectify this situation, remember that you can tune in to WPRO at 99.7FM, or stream us anywhere at 997wpro.com, our mobile app, or your Google, Apple, or Amazon smart speaker.

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07/09/2025

From the archive: Tara Granahan Wpro sits down with former Governor Ed DiPrete in 2011 for a wide ranging discussion. This was his first interview in 13 years, and what we believe to be one of his last interviews. Former Governor DiPrete died yesterday, July 8, 2025.

Former RI Governor Ed DiPrete, who died on July 8, 2025, sat down with WPRO's Tara Granahan for his first interview in over 13 years. From December 2011. Thi...

07/02/2025

Rhode Island FC is celebrating Independence Day at Centreville Bank Stadium with fireworks! Be there for the return of The City Of Pawtucket’s Official Fireworks Show this Saturday, July 5th at 7PM as Rhode Island FC takes on Birmingham Legion!

Tickets are selling fast, don’t miss out! Secure your seat to the newest Rhode Island summer tradition today! Catch all the action on the pitch and stay for the show in the sky over the Seekonk River! 🎇

Visit rhodeislandfc.com/tickets to buy now!

06/30/2025

⚠️ In observance of the 4th of July Holiday, our offices will be CLOSED on Thursday, July 3rd & Friday, July 4th.

Normal prize pick-up hours will resume on Monday, July 7th at 9:00am.

06/26/2025

Today joined to talk about his decision to neither sign or veto the Rhode Island state budget

Check out the full conversation here!🔗https://omny.fm/shows/the-news-with-gene-valicenti/governor-dan-mckee-6-26-25

06/26/2025

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06/26/2025

ICYMI...Yesterday WPRI's joined The Matt Allen Show to talk about his story on the condition of the Mt. Hope Bridge

Check out the full conversation here!🔗https://omny.fm/shows/the-matt-allen-show/tim-white-wpri-mt-hope-bridge

06/25/2025

Providence Mayor Brett Smiley joined in studio today for "Ask the Mayor", talking a lot of different topics like an update on Camp Cronin and much more!

Check out the full podcast here! 🔗https://omny.fm/shows/the-news-with-gene-valicenti/ask-the-mayor-6-25-25

06/18/2025

Rhode Island FC is celebrating School’s Out Night at Centreville Bank Stadium with a bang! Start your Summer Of Soccer with a Post-Game Fireworks Show Saturday, June 21st at 7PM! 🎆

Don’t miss any of the 3 Rhode Island FC games with fireworks this summer... June 21st, July 5th, & August 9th with a Fireworks 3-Game Plan, starting at just $90!

Don’t miss out, visit rhodeislandfc.com to secure your seat today! Post-game Fireworks presented by Rhode Island Energy.

06/16/2025

Join WPRO's Matt Allen as he broadcasts LIVE on Thursday, July 3rd, from 12-3pm at the Bristol Town Common to kick off the 4th of July Celebrations! 🇺🇸

Matt will be discussing the celebration and history of the Founding of the Nation, all while featuring special guests to get you ready for the Nation's Oldest 4th of July Parade!

Matt Allen's 4th of July Live Broadcast — Sponsored by E W Gardner Golf Cars

06/13/2025

ICYMI🔊 RI was on with this morning for Ask the Governor. Governor McKee was asked about the proposed $14.3 Billion budget for the state and much more!

Check out the full podcast here🔗https://omny.fm/shows/the-news-with-gene-valicenti/ask-the-governor-governor-dan-mckee-6-13-25

06/13/2025

🔊Rhode Island in studio with this morning for Ask the Governor. Gene asks about the lawsuit filed by 2 construction companies pointing the finger back at RIDOT and and the State of over the closure