EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — There are dozens of stores that make up Rhode Island's past. Those stores included the Outlet Company, Shepard's, Almacs, Bradlees, Ann and Hope, Apex, Benny's and Christmas Tree Shops, among others. WPRI 12 covered every single one of those store closures and has had a front-row seat to the Ocean State's changing retail landscape. In the video above, 12 News anchor Shannon Hegy takes a closer look at the stores that have come and gone. Go here to see more coverage of WPRI 12's 70th anniversary. Download the WPRI 12 and Pinpoint Weather 12 apps to get breaking news and weather alerts. Watch 12 News Now on WPRI.com or with the new 12+ smart TV app. Follow us on social media:                     Close Thanks for signing up! Watch for us in your inbox. Subscribe Now Daily Roundup SIGN UP NOW ...read more read less