Providence is moving forward on a plan to demolish the Fogarty Building, a 1960s structure that some architects see as an example of Brutalist architec…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The General Assembly is back, and the political year kicks into gear. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are…
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RISD Prof’s Holiday Book Picks For 2015
If you who still have people on your holiday shopping list, don’t panic! We have book picks from the chair of RISD’s Department of Literary Arts and…
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For The Holiday Season, Why Not A Taste Of Local Rhode Island Music?
We’re taking a look at the local music scene in Rhode Island, with an eye toward gift giving this holiday season. Our music consultant is Tom Weyman, of…
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Natural Beauty: Local Film Festival Showcases RI Wildlife, Landscapes
The Environment Council of Rhode Island is hosting a nature video festival early next year to showcase the state’s natural wonders.
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column as we head into the run-up to Thanksgiving. Your tips and thoughts are always welcome via email, and you…
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R.I.P. Brad Gorham, Mr. Rhode Island Republican
Bradford Gorham, the quintessential Yankee Republican political figure, former Rhode Island House Minority Leader, Republican state chairman 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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RISD, Brown Grads Among New ‘Genius’ Grant Recipients
Artist Nicole Eisenman, who received a BFA in painting from RISD in 1987 is part of the new class of MacArthur Grant recipients. Eisenman works in a…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
There will be a day when Rhode Island moves beyond 38 Studios, but that day is a long time off. The public release Thursday of tens of thousands of…