More than 160,000 people have signed a petition asking President Obama to declare a marine national monument in New England waters. It’s an effort…
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RI Capital Works To Fight Climate Change With Help From All Residents
Providence is putting social and racial equity at the center of its planning for future climate threats. The city earned a $100,000 grant to help with…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just another quiet week in Rhode Island, right? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can…
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Highest Tides Of The Year Expected This Weekend
This year’s highest tides are predicted Friday and Saturday night during this month’s new moon. They’ll provide a glimpse of what daily high tides may…
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Fishery Board Considers Ideas To Protect Southern New England Lobsters
The health of Southern New England’s American lobster population remains a concern for fishermen, scientists and regulators. Ideas for how to help…
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The Pulse: Chronic Pain? Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Could Help
The national crisis of opioid addiction has led many doctors and patients to look for alternatives for managing pain.
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RI Medicaid To Revisit Hepatitis C Drug Access Policy
Rhode Island Medicaid is revisiting its policy for determining who receives pricey hepatitis C drugs. Current policy limits who gets treated and when,…
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Reed Convenes Zika Experts In Rhode Island
Sen. Jack Reed (D-RI) convenes federal and state public health experts today to talk about Rhode Island’s Zika prevention plan. One of the goals is to…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The political season keeps zipping along, with the calendar turning toward May. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, you can share…
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Brown Series Focuses On Air We Breathe
This week, Brown University is examining environmental issues related air with a series of events that mix art and science.