James DeWolf Perry has been named executive director of the Center for Reconciliation, the Episcopal Diocese of Rhode Island’s initiative to locate a…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Rhode Island’s Tourism Challenges
Tourism has long been a foundation of Rhode Island’s economy. As Governor Gina Raimondo’s administration rolls out a new tourism promotion plan, RIPR…
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Cities Look To Providence For Afterschool Programs
Representatives from 10 different cities head to Rhode Island this week to find out how Providence provides afterschool programs. They’re interested in…
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National Endowment For The Arts Chair Tours Rhode Island
The chair of the National Endowment for the Arts, Jane Chu, toured the Ocean State Friday. The visit was part of the 50th anniversary celebration of the…
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TGIF: 19 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The leaves are falling, and fight over truck tolls remains hot and heavy. So thanks for stopping by for my weekend roundup. As always, your tips and…
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RISD Inaugurates 17th President Roseanne Somerson
The Rhode Island School of Design inaugurates Roseanne Somerson Friday during outdoor ceremony in Providence. Somerson took over as interim president…
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GOP Lawmakers Unveil Plan to Fix Bridges Without Truck Tolls
A half-dozen Republican lawmakers unveiled a proposal Wednesday to steer $875 million to improving Rhode Island’s decrepit bridges over 10 years…
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Museum of Work and Culture Holds Labor Day Open House
Before you start that barbeque and get into your favorite beverages, treat yourself to a visit to the Museum of Work and Culture, where the spirit of…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Let’s Welcome Tourists To Rhode Island
Gov. Gina Raimondo wants to attract more tourists to Rhode Island. As summer winds down, RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay has some ideas.
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Rhode Island Artscape: Photographing Transgender Grandparents
A Providence-based photographer has been documenting a family with a transgender grandparent. The photos are part of an exhibit destined for the Boston…