Calling it the first good financial news for Providence “in a very long time,” Mayor Jorge Elorza said the city operated nearly $9.5 million in the…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
We’re heading into the home stretch ahead of Rhode Island’s November 8th election. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Republican Cranston Mayor Allan Fung, Democratic Challenger Michael Sepe Face Off In Debate
Republican Cranston Mayor Allan Fung met Democratic challenger Michael Sepe during a televised debate over the weekend on WPRI-TV’s “Newsmakers” program…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It’s not every week that begins with 38 Studios and ends with a yoga pants dispute in Barrington. But that’s why Rhode Island is the gift that keeps…
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Providence City Council Finance Committee Withdraws Support For $40M Infrastructure Bond
Citing the city’s tight financial picture, Finance Committee members decided Tuesday to withdraw support for a $40 million infrastructure bond proposed…
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One New Charter School Proposal, Several Plans For Expansion
Achievement First in Providence wants to add a third K-8 school and move forward with its plan to open a high school, and the Segue Middle School in…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
October beckons, with playoff baseball, autumnal beauty, and the run-up to the deciding of legislative races. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy Weekend, and thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on the twitters. Here…
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Unpacking Providence’s Proposed ‘Community Safety Act’
City officials in Providence are considering an ordinance aimed at racial profiling by the police. The measure is known as the Community Safety Act….
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Tuesday’s (predictably) low-turnout primary (surprisingly) punched above its weight in offering a lot of grist for the political mill. So let’s get…