June is here, Speaker Mattiello’s long-awaited car tax plan has arrived, and the end of the legislative session is coming into view. So thanks for…
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With Federal Decision Nearing, Southern New England Towns Push Back Against Rail Plan
The Federal Railroad Administration is working on plans to bring more high-speed rail to the Northeast Corridor. It’s the busiest stretch of passenger…
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Westerly Land Trust Expands Nature Preserve
The Westerly Land Trust, a land conservation organization in southern Rhode Island, is expanding one of its properties in an effort to protect local…
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Nardolillo Unveils GOP Challenge To Sen. Whitehouse
With strong praise for President Donald Trump and a repudiation of the importance placed by Rhode Islanders on climate change, two-term state Rep….
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
May is here, bringing sunshine (in theory) and a sharper read on state revenue. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
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RI Congressional Delegation Slams The Passage Of Health Care Bill
The American Health Care Act narrowly passed in the U.S. House Thursday. The bill had received only one vote more than the 216 required to move on to…
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Providence East Side Councilor Jackson Ousted in Overwhelming Recall Election
A grass-roots campaign has pushed Providence City Councilor Kevin Jackson from office in an overwhelming, unprecedented recall victory on the capital…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
There are lots of things cooking in the Biggest Little, even with lawmakers taking off for their spring break. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly…
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RI State Police Investigating Providence City Council President Luis Aponte
A spokeswoman for the State Police confirmed the investigation Thursday. In March, a grand jury subpoenaed the city of Providence for Aponte’s payroll…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
A new baseball season dawns, and the General Assembly gets ready to get down to the nitty gritty. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…