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Video of shark sighting near Block Island lures millions of views on social media
A basking shark, which is a filter feeder, stopped by Block Island's Great Salt Pond, and became a social media star.
You’ll find it in Rhode Island.
Rhode Island’s Block Island ranked No. 7. on USA Today's list of the 10 best summer travel destinations in America.
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One of the country's best summer travel destinations is in RI, per USA TODAY. Here's where
In the 2025 summer awards, ranking seasonal attractions like state parks, hiking trails and outdoor concerts across the country, Block Island placed seventh in the summer travel destination ...
Six rehabilitated grey seals rescued from Block Island released back into R.I. waters
PROVIDENCE – Six grey seals who were rescued from Block Island earlier this year were released in Westerly, R.I., on ...
Block Island ‘Ferry-oke’ contest asks Rhode Islanders to belt out iconic jingle
That’s why the Block Island Ferry is encouraging Rhode Islanders to belt out the famous jingle for a chance to be featured in ...