Matt Paddock
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Retweets/opinions are my own. Upstate New Yorker turned Ocean State resident.
Providence, RI
Joined June 2012
Celebrating “Great American Takeout Day”, with wings from The Elbow Room, practice what you preach. #PhoneEatsFirst #ShopLocal
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This is the scene here on Taunton Avenue in East Providence. Gridlocked traffic , people refusing to let one another in, one woman getting out of her care upset and people blocking traffic in both directions trying to make turns onto side streets EP is a nightmare @wpri12
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I live 30 seconds from the grocery store, I’ve moved roughly 300 to 400 feet over the past 20 minutes. Side streets and neighborhoods are completely overwhelmed . every part of East Providence is gridlocked and at a stand still. This is starting to feel worse than Boston.
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Students living near @ProvidenceCol are already expressing their frustrations over Head Coach Ed Cooley’s announcement to leave for Georgetown. A beloved quote from Cooley “Us, We, Together, Family, Friars” dawning a new F near campus. Fraud.
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Dozens are out in Greenville today protesting Bill 2552 which would tax Rhode Islanders not vaccinated if passed. More tonight on @wpri12 from the bill sponsor and protestors.
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This is how first responders are trying to navigate this unprecedented situation, people just aren’t moving and both lanes are blocked and bumper to bumper there’s no backing up to make space. @wpri12
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Hey, @MileyCyrus I think @CranstonWest did “Party in the USA” some justice tonight . Rowdiest crowd I’ve seen at the high school level. We’ve got some of those chants tonight on @wpri12 for the #Blitz12
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As rumors continue to swirl about the future of #Providence Men's Basketball Head Coach Ed Cooley. Students @ProvidenceCol are sharing their thoughts. Many grateful for what Cooley has done on and off the court. Other's frustrated and saddened at thought of losing him @wpri12
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Just because the gates don’t open until 6:30 doesn’t mean that the student section isn’t fired up for tonights top-10 matchup. Heard chanting from the court and had to go take a peek . fans are ready
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Jared Bynum getting in some extra shots after practice. Will have more from @PCFriarsmbb tonight on @wpri12
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Good news we made it to the outskirts of providence. bad news how long it took 👀 very worried for those forced to make this trip during their morning commute to say the least.
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“Practice what you preach”. Its been a devastating week for our small businesses in both Providence and East Providence. Go out and shop local and support those family owned businesses most impacted by the bridge closure.
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Providence police announcing 4 arrests following a narcotics investigation. Police seizing over 12k grams of Fentanyl, 2k grams of cocaine, over $238,000, 2 motor vehicles and 6 firearms. More tonight on @wpri12
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First Brown University student has been placed into police custody and transport van as prayer grows louder @wpri12
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Just finished speaking with EP Chief Francesconi. He says an individual is in custody. Police say he was firing rounds from his car at a home and other vehicles. Pursuit started in Riverside ending here on Pawtucket Ave. Chief estimates over a thousand rounds of ammo @wpri12
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Several East Providence Police Officers and first responders at the Shell Gas station in East Providence with what appears to be cleaning carpets from a car wash machine breaking through the front windshield of a car @wpri12
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Working nights means you normally sleep in a little bit longer than most. I’ve made thousands of trips down Waterman Ave over the past 2.5 years. I’ve never seen the traffic this bad. and it’s 10AM. Not sure this is sustainable on many levels
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Life Update: After nearly two years, my time in Elmira has come to an end and my final day on air at @WETM18News will be Wednesday, June 2nd. I’m beyond ecstatic to be joining the incredible team over @wpri12 as an MMJ/Reporter.
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East Providence police are now pushing the scene back as at least 4 ammunition magazines and scattered bullets could be seen from the parking lot of Chase Bank @wpri12
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An EMERGENCY City Council Meeting is being held in East Providence tonight to discuss the impact of the closure of the Westbound lane of Washington Bridge. Council says “we are the city most impacted by this disaster”. Plans to ask @GovDanMcKee for reimbursement for the city.
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Prisoner transport vehicles on Brown campus as a group of Jewish students are refusing to leave the Presidents office calling for a ceasefire in Gaza @wpri12
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Trying to get back into Providence tonight after the 195 W Washington Bridge closure. we came from East Providence just where the exits been closed off. We’ve traveled roughly 2 miles headed towards Henderson Bridge. it’s been over 36 minutes @wpri12
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A bad rollover crash on I-195 East heading towards East Providence and the Mass State line. Traffic is at a standstill all the way to the Washington bridge on that side of the road. @wpri12
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#BREAKING According to East Providence police:. A student was stabbed by another student. Victim rushed to hospital with serious injuries and suspect taken into custody.
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Those heavy winds bringing down the Mobil Mart sign in East Providence this morning at the corner of Pawtucket and Warren Ave. Police and road crews bringing in heavy machinery to clear it up from blocking traffic @wpri12
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#BREAKING @Jorge_Elorza confirming to the media that 11-year old Erwin Ochoa has been found safe and sound. The mayor telling us the child was found sleeping in a car. Full story tonight on @wpri12
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Providence Water arriving on scene. They tell me this portion of Atwells Ave will be closed for several hours as they tear up the road. They say they plan to finish the fix by tomorrow. Crews filling holes with rock and will place metal sheets over the rock for now. @wpri12
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Part of Taunton Ave. in East Providence is closed after an officer tell me a garbage truck had to drop what was inside onto the road due to a fire. Several fire crews on scene and police directing traffic @wpri12
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A structure fire breaking out on the 800 block of Hope Street. The Fire Chief tells us that there were no injuries but a dog was inside the home and is now safe. @wpri12 catching on camera the moment the owner found out her furry friend was found safe and sound.
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Have you guys ever seen a referee dance at a football game? @shakira would be proud #HipsDontlie #Footballguy #Blitz12 @wpri12
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Traffic is backed up on I-95 heading towards Warwick after a car catching fire. Fire crews on scene just putting out the flames. @wpri12
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Tonight on @wpri12 I spoke with Troy and Jayla Pina about the #Olympics and their experience with #Tokyo2020 . These two Seekonk residents representing #CapeVerde
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Had a once in a lifetime opportunity to break it to @NewsNationDesk live that @TomBrady has officially broken the NFL record for passing yards. #bradyreturns #BradyvsBelichick #PatsVsBucs #PatsNation
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And he’s off! @GovDanMcKee testing out one of Central Falls newest kayaks here on the Blackstone River! @wpri12 Will have more on this tonight at 5:30
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Rhode Island Senator and Senate Armed Services Committee Chair Jack Reed taking to the podium stating “Israel will receive everything it needs to prevail”, “This is the biggest threat to Israel in 50 years and America stands with Israel”. @wpri12
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There is currently a heavy police response at East Providence High School. At least five EP cruisers on scene. An ambulance was just seen leaving the school grounds. @wpri12 is working on gathering more details at this hour.
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Pressures on for tonight’s 6 o clock live hit. We’ve got @JimCantore out here in Narragansett scoping things out for #HurricaneHenri @wpri12 Hey @tony_tpetrarca , he asks why you aren’t out here right now
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The Rhode Island State House lit in red , white and blue tonight. A beautiful sight to see.
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A massive police presence in East Providence. At least 3 visible vehicles involved in accidents in different lanes on the corner of Taunton Ave and Pawtucket. What appears to be gun magazines lying in the road. Working on gathering details. We will have the latest on @wpri12
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The Rhode Island State House lit tonight in blue and white as a sign of solidarity for those in Israel and around the globe impacted by the Israel- Gaza Conflict. @wpri12
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Amin Faquiry, and his family have officially landed here @IFlyRhodeIsland . Tonight on @wpri12 we talk to Faquiry and his family about their journey from Afghanistan to the U.S and the Talibans take over of Kabul
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Emergency vehicles rushing towards Kennedy Plaza . We’re headed towards the scene now and will keep you updated on @wpri12
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If you hear music playing in Downtown Providence you’re not crazy. A “Rhode Island Stand with Ukraine” vigil is being held at the steps of the State House. More tonight on @wpri12
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Hundreds are here in downtown providence getting ready for the first #waterfire in more than a year and a half. Tune into @wpri12 tonight for the latest
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Providence Police are on the corner of Pembroke Avenue and Chad Brown Street where police tape is blocking off the road. 12 News cameras capturing 10 shell casings on the ground. Police say one person shot and in critical condition. More tonight on @wpri12
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The grand finale is officially underway. @wpri12 being told by the team behind tonight’s pyrotechnics that over 1850 shells went into tonight’s display and over 1100 alone for the grand finale.
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It’s 5 o’clock on a Tuesday during the off-season for the Patriots and a helicopter just landed here @GilletteStadium . 👀👀👀 @wpri12
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Completely uprooted trees hanging on power lines, damage to homes and vehicles. The scene on Byron Randall Rd indescribable. Neighbors tell me that homes at one point that they couldnt see through the wooded areas and trees are now clear as day. @wpri12
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Hundreds are here at the Concannon Fitness Center awaiting the arrival of the Friars as they gear up to head to a Chicago for the Sweet Sixteen. More tonight on @wpri12
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Al Michael’s and @LesterHoltNBC are here @GilletteStadium ahead of the @Patriots and @Buccaneers game Sunday. Countless story lines in New England for the return of @TomBrady
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Pawtucket Police releasing the name of Saturday’s shooting victim as 29-year-old Keshaudas Spence. @wpri12 speaking with @sacredheartuniv Head Football Coach Mark Nofri about what Spence meant to @SHU__Football as well as the type of person he was. That story tonight at 5:30.
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And it’s off… the fire bright and burning here on the Providence River as the Capital City celebrates their first #waterfire
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Organizers telling me the trip started in West Greenwich before making its final destination to the State House. At last check over 300 Jeep’s and trucks taking part In tonight’s remembrance ceremony. We will have more tonight on @wpri12 at 11.
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Stopped to edit our story for tonight @Anthonynews827 . His room is on the second floor… that’s snow 😂❄️☃️⛄️
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Bo is 10/10 a good boy deserving of any and all treats. He’s Buddy’s brother another feral pittie rescue from down south.
.@wpri12’s @MattPaddockTV pushes a kayak with Savannah Joseph and Bo the dog out of floodwater. Joseph works for the Hotel for Homeless Dogs in Cumberland, R.I., which is affected by Blackstone River flooding.
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The Rhode Island chapter of the American Academy of Pediatrics has told RI leaders that universal masking should be required in all K-12 schools this fall. @wpri12 was able to get ahold of a copy of that letter sent to state superintendents. We will have the latest tonight.
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100 white lights, one for each life lost on February 20th, 2003. 200 colored lights , one for each survivor and red and blue lights for first responders. Dozens are here at Station Fire Memorial Park to grieve and remember what happened here 19 years ago. More on @wpri12 tonight
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Olivia’s uniform will now forever be hung up in her former dojo to honor her life and legacy @wpri12
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Here on the 700 block of Atwells Ave the road starting to buckle. Rain so strong that it’s wedged a traffic cone under this car. Will be live from scene at 4,5,6 on @wpri12
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Getting an inside look at some of the new studio and one-bedroom apartments before the reopening of the ‘The Studley’. Over 20% of the apartments are designated as workforce housing for middle income RI’ers . Units are priced between $1,500-$2,000. @wpri12
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. @ProvidenceRIPD weren’t kidding when they said they were increasing foot patrol. This video taken from the Providence Pedestrian Bridge. @wpri12
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#DEVELOPING Providence Police have arrested 2 adults and 2 juveniles after a “large disturbance” at Mount Pleasant High School Gymnasium during a basketball game against Narragansett. Police tell me a firearm was located as detectives are investigating whose gun it is @wpri12.
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My “Spidey senses are tingling”. Window washers at Hasbro Childrens hospital are dressed in super hero outfits while working to help bring a smile to the kids faces here today. @wpri12
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Added to the list of things I’d never thought I’d see in New England. #BillsMafia is in Providence tonight
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Hundreds lining the softball here in East Greenwich in memory of 17 year old Olivia Passaretti who was tragically killed in a car accident on New Years Day. More tonight on @wpri12 at 6
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Parking lot on Branch Avenue in Providence is already beginning to see pools of water just months after several businesses were forced to close their doors for good. Hear from one business who just opened up again after 2 months and their concerns over tonight’s storm. @wpri12
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1 puppy back to land. it appears “Buddy”, has a new foster home awaiting him as he gets back to dry land !
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Pawtucket Animal Control along with RISPCA removing roughly 40 dogs from a Pawtucket home due to terrible conditions. Wayne from RISPCA says it was brought to attention by an anonymous caller to the Pawtucket Mayor’s Office. This is one of animals just taken out. @wpri12
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After a month of being hospitalized, good news today from Lifespan and Rhode Island Hospital. Scott Amaral the nurse who was violently assaulted by patient George Bower over phone privileges has “recovered enough to be safely discharged from the hospital”. @wpri12
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I sat down with @GovDanMcKee ahead of tonight’s tree lighting. The Governor says his team and state agencies will be bringing warm meals to those camped outside of the State House and is welcoming all to come inside to stay warm and enjoy the festivities @wpri12
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Providence Prisoner Transport vehicles just pulled out of campus . The latest tonight at 10 and 11 on @wpri12
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I just spoke with the District Manager of CitiTrends here on Branch Avenue who tells me the store has been deemed a total loss after yesterdays flooding. Windows blown out, brick walking out of place with ceiling panels hanging by a thread. More tonight on @wpri12
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The search is on for 11-year old boy Erwin Ochoa. Dozens of @ProvidenceRIPD officers and fire units searching for the boy who left his home Christmas night. Mobile command, K9 officers and the Providence Special Hazards units all on scene. More details tonight on @wpri12
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A rally being held today at Rhode Island State House calling on @GovDanMcKee to put a plan in place to spend the $1.1 Billion dollars from ARPA. Full story tonight on @wpri12
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A massive Providence Police presence near Broadway Avenue. Unclear of what happened at this time, a woman lieing in the crosswalk, a moped pulled to the side of the road. @wpri12
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Flames can be seen tearing through the roof of this High Street home in Fall River. Working to get details at this time. @wpri12
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The line wrapped around Thomas & Walter Quinn Funeral home here in Warwick as hundreds are coming out to remember the life and legacy of Pilgrim HS principal Gerry Habershaw. More on this tonight on @wpri12
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A fire in Manville displacing 6 residents. One woman taken to Rhode Island Hospital for “an apparent leg injury” according to Manville Fire Chief Robert Bradley. Tonight on @wpri12 hear from the man who helped rescue the victim who was forced to jump from the 3rd floor.
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#BREAKING Pictured below is 22 year old Andrew Mangru of Providence who is wanted by police in connection to the murder of 23 year old Andrei Bonilla. Anyone with information are asked to contact @ProvidenceRIPD . Stick with @wpri12 as we continue to bring you the latest.
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Police in Scituate blocking off traffic near 6 West toward 101 East due to slick roads. You can see police here letting a salt truck through. Will have more on road conditions tonight on @wpri12
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As a non New England native. the greatest discovery I've found in Rhode Island, "Pizza Chips" and it's not even close.
The founder of Barstool Sports tried Rhode Island's famous pizza strips last week during a stop in the area for Rough N’ Rowdy. Do you agree with @stoolpresidente's review?
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Fireworks have officially begun lighting the night sky here at Oakland Beach in Warwick in front of a crowd of hundreds if not thousands. Tune into @wpri12 to find out the latest of firework displays near you.
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I'd like to announce that I will be hanging up the stick mic and joining Ryan Shafer on the PBA Tour 🤣🤣. I somehow bowled a strike live in our noon show today and I couldn't be more shook. (Peep the celly)
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Students at Attleboro High School are being dismissed early today ahead of potential flash flooding. Parents tell me after all of the damage in the area over the past 48 hours they believe the district made the right move. More tonight on @wpri12
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