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Talia Blake
Talia joined RIPR in February 2018 as the Morning Edition Producer. She graduated with a double-major in Broadcast Journalism and Psychology from the University of Central Florida. Before starting at RIPR, she was an intern at public radio station WMFE in Orlando. Originally from Connecticut, Talia is no stranger to New England. In her spare time, she is an avid foodie and enjoys working out.
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RI Businesses Look At Economic Conditions Under President Trump
The economy is staying steady. That’s the opinion of some business leaders in the Ocean State. A new survey, conducted by The Greater Providence Chamber…
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Electric Boat To Invest Nearly $800M In Quonset Point Site
Rhode Island is spending $14 million to improve and modernize the port and infrastructure at Quonset Business Park, and has committed up to $20 million…
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RI Hands-Free Cellphone Law Takes Effect June 1st
Rhode Island drivers will have to put their phones down or risk getting a hundred dollar fine. Starting June first, driving while holding a phone in…
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Providence’s Cable Car Cinema Will Close In May
After more than 40 years, Providence’s independent Cable Car Cinema will close its doors next month. One of the theater’s owners, Emily Steffian, is a…
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Design Proposal For The Hope Point Tower
The Fane organization is seeking a zoning change in regards to the proposed Hope Point Tower (pictured above). The New York developer wants to build a…
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City Plan Commission To Hear New Fane Tower Proposal
The Providence city plan commission will meet Wednesday to review plans for a new skyscraper proposed for the city’s Jewelry District.
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Rosa Parks House Project Will Stay In Providence For Now
The future of the house where Rosa Parks stayed with family after she left the south has been uncertain after Brown University backed out of plans to…
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New Mobile Unit Provides Showers And More For Homeless
Providence has launched a mobile unit to give showers, haircuts, and medical services to residents who are homeless. Organizers believe this is first…
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Tax Administrator: Don’t Miss The Deadline To File Your Personal Income Taxes
April 17th is the due date for personal income tax payments and filings. The Rhode Island Division of Taxation said filers should not ignore the deadline.