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Buffalo Lodging Associates, LLC announces the completion of a comprehensive renovation at the Courtyard by Marriott Providence Lincoln. The 121-room hotel has undergone a transformation, revitalizing both guest accommodations and public spaces. The redesigned lobby offers a contemporary, open environment with flexible seating options and a refreshed Bistro serving a diverse menu of classic American cuisine and a full bar. Guest rooms boast a serene ambiance with solid colors in a warm, neutral palette, plush upholstered headboards, sleeper sofas, and well-equipped valet stations. Strategically located near downtown Providence and various attractions, Courtyard Providence Lincoln caters to business and leisure travelers alike, offering additional amenities such as a fitness center, indoor pool, and pet-friendly policy.

A vehicle crashed into a Dunkin’ location in Cranston, Rhode Island, on Tuesday morning, resulting in an amusing response from a 15-year-old named Brian Haibom. The driver, who had a learner’s permit, reportedly pressed the gas instead of the brake while learning to drive, causing the car to smash through the front window and into the counter. Thankfully, no injuries were reported and Haibom’s mother, who was working inside the shop at the time, escaped unharmed. Haibom’s lighthearted observation that ‘America doesn’t just run on Dunkin’, cars do too’ has gained widespread attention online, with a video shared by a WPRI producer amassing over 3.5 million views.

New England is a haven for summer excursions, with two local destinations ranking among the must-visit places worldwide in July, as recognized by ‘The New York Times’. Lake Winnipesaukee and Newport, Rhode Island, have earned their spots on the publication’s coveted list. These destinations offer a diverse array of summer activities such as boating, swimming, hiking, camping, and fly fishing.

Home prices in Rhode Island and Massachusetts continue to surge, with single-family homes seeing double-digit increases year-over-year. In Rhode Island, the median sales price jumped 11.4% to $440,000, while in Massachusetts, prices also rose significantly. Despite a slowdown in sales activity, low inventory levels are keeping prices high. The condo market in Rhode Island is also experiencing growth, with median prices increasing by 15.64% to $370,000.