For some families in Rhode Island this Thanksgiving, a fresh wild turkey may be on the menu. However, that wouldn’t have been possible just four decades…
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Report: Poverty And Hunger Persist In Rhode Island
The 2017 Status Report on Hunger in Rhode Island is out on Monday. It’s an annual report from the Rhode Island Community Food Bank. Andrew Schiff, CEO…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: RI Faces Uncertain Economic Future
With Thanksgiving coming up, it’s time to think about things we’re grateful for. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says we can all be thankful that…
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Preparing for Future Storms with Grass, Sand and a Bit of Time
As New Hampshire’s coastline prepares for a world with rising seas and stronger storms, communities and homeowners have different options, none of them…
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Atlantic Menhaden Board Votes Against Ecological Management Plan For Fishery
The Atlantic Menhaden Board voted earlier this week to stick to the status quo when managing the menhaden fishery and made slight changes to the annual…
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Fishing Companies: Environmentalists Are Wrong About Menhaden Fishery
Fishing companies are at odds with Rhode Island environmental advocacy groups over proposed changes for the menhaden fishing industry.
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It’s starting to actually feel like fall, and the news keeps coming fast and furious. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your…
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Nancy Pelosi Slams GOP Tax Plan During Rhode Island Visit
Nancy Pelosi, the U.S. House Minority leader, railed against the proposed Republican tax overhaul during a visit to the Ocean State Monday. Pelosi…
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RI Lt. Gov. McKee Slams National Grid On Storm Response
Rhode Island Lt. Gov. Dan McKee today hammered the National Grid election utility for what he calls poor communication to Rhode Island customers in the…
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More Than 300 People Not Expected To Have Power Until Early Saturday Morning
National Grid reports only about 300 customers remain without power as of Friday night. The bulk of the remaining customers are in Providence County….