Memorial Service for Tom scheduled for Saturday January 7, 2017 at 11 a.m. at Grace Episcopal Church, 175 Mathewson Street, Providence. Thomas S….
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Raimondo Says Benefits Justify Using $32M+ Subsidy For Wexford Development
Governor Gina Raimondo said Wexford Science & Technology’s planned innovation center in the I-195 District will be a game-changer for Rhode Island’s…
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Local Muslims Gather To Discuss Legal Rights, Mental Health
Many Muslims in Rhode Island are feeling anxious about a Trump presidency, following promises to change immigration and refugee policy and discussions…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It’s starting to feel like winter, but the political beat continues to run hot. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and…
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State, Providence Officials Unveil Joint Plan For 6-10 Connector
Providence and state officials unveiled Thursday what is likely the final proposal for the 6-10 connector reconstruction project. The aging highway…
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Providence Unveils Hate Crime Hotline
Following anecdotal reports of an uptick in harassment of minority groups across the country, Providence has created a hate crime hotline. There is…
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Providence Mayor Offers Support For Limited Achievement First Expansion
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza says he supports an expansion by charter school group Achievement First. But a smaller expansion than the group is seeking…
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Wagner Recommends Approval For Achievement First Expansion, Denial For Some Others
Rhode Island Education Commissioner Ken Wagner is backing a plan to add 2,192 seats to the charter for Achievement First, a mayoral academy that…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just a few weeks remain until 2017, a year bound to be filled with political drama. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Mayor Elorza Creates Muslim-American Advisory Board
The City of Providence is recruiting members for a new Muslim-American advisory board. The mayor’s office says the initiative is aimed at protecting and…