VATICAN CITY — Msgr. Georg Ratzinger, a musician and retired Pope Benedict XVI's elder brother, died July 1 at the age of 96. According to Vatican News, Msgr. Ratzinger died in Regensburg, … more

NEWPORT — With more than $230,000 already raised, Salve Regina University organizers are reaching out to runners, walkers and joggers in the community to help push its Mercy Emergency … more

PROVIDENCE — It was at once both a heartwarming scene and a concerning sight to behold.Although her facial expression was literally masked by the N95 respirator that she wore to protect herself … more

PROVIDENCE — For 15 years, Providence College President Father Brian Shanley has been involved in nearly every facet of campus life — something which has occasionally come as a surprise … more

SCITUATE — The Rhode Island State Police announced, on June 16, that members of the Rhode Island State Police Financial Crimes Unit arrested Steven Matthew Glover, 42, of Coventry for fraud. … more

REAPPOINTMENTSIn conformity with the Code of Canon Law and the Priest Personnel Policy of the Diocese of Providence, the Most Reverend Thomas J. Tobin is pleased to appoint the following pastors to a … more

PROVIDENCE — Through its St. Gabriel’s Call ministry, the Diocese of Providence continues to offer help to mothers before, during and after their … more

CHEPACHET — Mother of Hope Camp, a youth summer day camp for the Diocese of Providence on beautiful Echo Lake, is excited to begin its 70th year. With guidance from the state, the camp will … more

Anne Robinson, first grade teacher at St. Peter School in Warwick, recently asked her talented daughter Meghan Robinson of What Cheer Photo to help bring eighth grade graduates together for a class … more

In this coming Sunday’s gospel reading Jesus reminds us of the importance of showing respect, courtesy and hospitality toward other believers. He also reminds us that those who do so will be … more