The National Weather Service said the snowstorm heading this way will bring the potential for more power outages because of tree limbs weakened by the…
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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President Trump To Talk Opioid Crisis Battle Plan in NH
President Trump will visit New England Monday, with a stop in Manchester, New Hampshire, where he is expected to announce a new plan to battle the…
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Weather Conditions Cancel College Tours For Visitors
Many high school students take the time to tour colleges a year before graduation. However, as roads, businesses, and schools are closed across Rhode…
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Bitcoin ATMs Land In Rhode Island
A national Bitcoin ATM network has expanded into Rhode Island. According to WPRI-TV, the New York based company, Coinsource, has installed ATMs in…
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First The Storm, Now The Cleanup… Again
The third winter storm this month knocked out power to tens of thousands of residents and businesses, closed schools and state offices, and dropped more…
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Nantucket African-American Historical Site Vandalized
An African-American historical site in Nantucket was vandalized with racist graffiti on March 11th.
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Emergency Management Agency Urges Drivers To Stay Off The Roads During Storm
With at least a foot of snow expected by Tuesday afternoon, emergency management officials said residents should resist the urge to hop in their cars…
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RI Irish History Is The Pot Of Gold At The End Of The Rainbow
March Madness is here, and we’re not talking about the basketball games. St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated worldwide every March 17 th , and Rhode Island…
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New Bedford Superintendent Search Approaches Finish Line
The search for a superintendent for New Bedford Public Schools is coming to a close. Four finalists were announced Wednesday, including two with…
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R.I. Receives $20M Grant to Improve Route 37
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation will use the Transportation Investment Generating Economic Recovery, or TIGER, grant to pay for the Route…