Providence city officials plan to create a “day center” where homeless and others in need can seek assistance. Mayor Jorge Elorza made the announcement…
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Hundreds Turn Out In Support Of ‘Community Safety Act’ In Providence
More than 100 supporters gathered at Providence City Hall Wednesday evening for the first public hearing on a proposed ordinance known as the Community…
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Over Two Days, Three Different Plans For Downtown Providence
There have been three press-conferences over the past two days offering competing plans for dealing with homelessness, panhandling, and drug use in…
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Analysis: What The Primary Results Tell Us About RI
In Tuesday’s primary, Rhode Island voters ousted House Majority Leader John DeSimone and five other incumbents. Progressive Democrats picked up three…
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In Upset, Ranglin-Vassell Defeats DeSimone; Frias Wins In Cranston
In a surprising blow to Rhode Island’s political status quo, first-time candidate Marcia Ranglin-Vassell defeated House Majority Leader John DeSimone…
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City Of Providence Reaches Tentative Agreement With Firefighters
The new contract would move city firefighters back onto a four platoon shift schedule. Last May, Elorza announced he would reduce the schedule to three…
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Rhody Votes '16: Lombardi, Catanzaro Clash In North Providence Mayoral Race
Longtime North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi faces a challenge from fellow Democrat Kristen Catanzaro in Tuesday’s primary election. The race is…
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TGIF: 18 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy Weekend and thanks for stopping by for my weekly column! As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on…
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Honoring Victims, Veterans At Providence Memorial For 9/11 Attacks
City officials, veterans and their families gathered at Providence City Hall Friday to memorialize the 15th anniversary of the September 11th attacks. A…
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Critics Voice Disappointment In State’s 6/10 Connector Plan
Critics are voicing disappointment following Gov. Gina Raimondo’s announcement that repairs to the 6/10 connector will be placed on a fast-track,…