The proposal, which includes funding for military aid to Ukraine and Israel, could prove lucrative for a major Rhode Island employer.
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Hundreds of protestors show up in the rain to call for an end to violence in Gaza
Despite the heavy rain, protesters in Providence marched from the state capitol to the headquarters of a military defense corporation to oppose U.S. military aid to Israel.
Posted inArticle, Environment, Health, Metro Desk
Advocates say RIDEM’s new environmental justice policy has been a long time coming
Black and brown people in Rhode Island are being exposed to more harmful pollutants than their white peers. RIDEM says it wants to address that.
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Providence City Council approves new agreement for voluntary payments from colleges
The city council approved $223 million in payments from its private colleges, but many council members remain unimpressed with the arrangement.
Posted inArticle, Environment, Metro Desk
Rhode Island closes parks near Glocester due to deadly mosquito-borne disease
Eastern Equine Encephalitis has been identified in Rhode Island and its neighboring states. Climate change is leading to more mosquito-friendly days, meaning there are more chances for disease to be contracted. To try to prevent this, Rhode Island has closed some recreational areas.
Posted inArticle, Environment, Metro Desk
Floods have been wreaking havoc on Providence – and they’re likely not over yet
This year, Providence has gotten half a foot more rain than on average. The mayor says the city is not prepared.
Posted inArticle, Education, Metro Desk
City of Providence, private universities announce new financial agreement in lieu of taxes
Mayor Brett Smiley and Providence’s four private colleges announced a new plan for the institutions to financially contribute to the city.
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Sen. Sanders draws crowds of fans and a mystery critic at Regunberg rally
Senator Bernie Sanders was in Providence stumping for Democratic congressional candidate Aaron Regunberg ahead of Rhode Island’s special election primary.
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In a sea of shared values, how to distinguish between Democratic CD1 candidates?
The mostly progressive candidates vying for Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District sought to distinguish themselves from one another during a Democratic candidates forum on Aug. 22.
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After heated public hearing, Providence Plan Commission votes to go ahead with Fox Point development
The Providence City Plan Commission voted Tuesday night to give crucial approvals to a new building in Fox Point. It granted the go-ahead with conditions that are unlikely to appease the development’s opponents.