The sun is out, baseball bats are cracking, and Rhode Island is embroiled in another ballpark saga that appears headed to extra innings. In this game,…
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PawSox Stadium Proposal Faces Uncertainty In RI House
The $73 million proposal for a new PawSox stadium in Pawtucket faces an uncertain path in the Rhode Island House of Representatives.
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Proposed $73 Million PawSox Stadium Sparks Fresh Debate
The Pawtucket Red Sox are willing to contribute $45 million to the cost of a new $73 million stadium at the Apex site in Pawtucket, with the state and…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Stormy times in DC, and no shortage of news at home, a.k.a. Crimetown . So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments…
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RI Supreme Court Favors Warren Over Bristol in School Funding Lawsuit
The Rhode Island Supreme Court has upheld a Superior Court ruling that stated that Warren taxpayers were shortchanged by the Bristol-Warren Regional…
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State Revenue Shortfall Grows By $100 Million
State lawmakers will have roughly $100 million less than expected to assemble Rhode Island’s budget for the fiscal year starting July 1.
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Study Favors PawSox' Preferred Site For New Stadium
A new study finds that the PawSox’ preferred site for a new stadium will offer the most economic benefits over a 30-year period. The report finds that…
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Rhode Island’s Marine Industry Gears Up For A Busy Season
In a couple of weeks, every marina in Newport will be nearly fully booked as sailing and motor yachts make their way up to the Northeast.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
May is here, bringing sunshine (in theory) and a sharper read on state revenue. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
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Chafee Opposes Incentives For Wexford Development In The I-195 District
Former Governor Lincoln Chafee is criticizing the Raimondo administration’s plans to use millions in tax incentives to promote development in the I-195…