Democratic candidates for president are divided over healthcare. So are their voters.
Shane McKeon
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Providence Spending $20M On Renovating Schools This Summer
The renovations are the first following a blistering report from researchers at Johns Hopkins.
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In Providence’s Schools, Report Finds ‘Too Many Cooks In The Kitchen’
The scathing Johns Hopkins report released last month found that Providence’s schools are without clear leadership because there are multiple governing bodies without a clear line of authority.
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At Emotional Forum, Parents And Students Criticize Providence’s Schools
The public forums follow a blistering report released last week.
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In Bristol, Controversy Casts Shadow Over Pride Month
A flare-up over an art exhibit follows controversy at a local library.
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First Responders, Public Health Officials Gather For Overdose Summit
The governor’s opioid crisis task force called the meeting to discuss local efforts to address the epidemic.
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How A Lifespan-Care New England Merger Could Change Rhode Island
Talks between the two providers — as well as Brown University — are expected to continue throughout the summer.
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New Central Falls Health Center Looks To Fill ‘Hole’ Left By Memorial Hospital’s Closure
The center, which local officials dedicated Monday, offers primary care, dentistry, a pharmacy and more.
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After Serious 911 Mishaps, Rhode Island Will Now Pay for Better Training
Lagging rates of cardiac arrest survival and bystander CPR in Rhode Island could soon improve if lawmakers approve a budget allocating $220,000 to strengthen 911 call taker training.
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House Budget Includes Funding For New 911 Call Taker Training
The proposed budget allocates $220,000 for training the state’s call takers in telephone CPR.