The 2018 General Election has shaped up to be one of the most highly contested races in Providence history, with eleven candidates seeking the six seats on the city council. There are also three candidates vying for the mayor’s position.

Hopes third time is the charm at World Food Championship

The bottom floor of the building is wide open. There are several chairs around the perimeter, and a ladder stands next to a mirror, a makeshift hammock tied between the legs. On top, a yellow and white tomcat surveys his surroundings, in which about 12 more cats play, rest, or eat.