The state is back in court Friday for a hearing as environmental officials battle a scrap metal recycling company on the Providence waterfront. The…
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'Buy Nothing' Coat Exchange Slated For Nov. 25, Black Friday
The afternoons are growing dark, a chill leavens even sunny days and a New England winter beckons. It’s time to get ready for the holidays, with…
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Citing Resident Fears, Providence Doubles Down On Current Immigration Policy
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza joins several mayors nationwide in formally announcing no plans to change immigration policies in the face of a Donald…
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Trump May Find Climate Deal ‘Difficult’ To Break
Donald Trump’s surprise victory has prompted climate ministers from around the world to issue a joint statement about the need for the whole…
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Rhode Island Natural History Survey Awards Presented Over The Weekend
The environmental nonprofit presented awards to distinguished naturalists in the Rhode Island Saturday. It’s how the nonprofit is wrapping its…
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Rhody Votes ’16: Investing In The State’s Ports At Quonset And Providence
On Tuesday, voters will decide whether to fund improvements at two of Rhode Island’s ports. It’s Question 5 on the ballot for a bond that would…
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TGIF: 17 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Fasten your seatbelt for what promises to be an impactful Election Day next Tuesday. In the meantime, thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As…
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CVSHealth To Lay Off 250 In Rhode Island
Rhode Island-based CVSHealth says it will be laying off hundreds of employees across the country. That includes about 250 positions in Rhode Island.
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Rhode Islanders Voice Opposition To Dakota Access Pipeline
The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in North Dakota has asked for support from across the country in its fight against construction of a crude oil pipeline…
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Connecticut Energy Decision Places Renewable Projects Over Gas Pipelines
A decision by Connecticut energy officials could have a major impact on New England. The decision pulls the plug on plans to construct more natural gas…