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Treasurer Diossa to Celebrate Financial Literacy Month

Providence, RI – On, Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 3:00 PM at the Rhode Island State House, General Treasurer James A. Diossa will celebrate financial literacy month. This event will highlight ongoing financial literacy initiatives in the state, recognize champions in the field, and feature firsthand stories from educators and students currently participating in the […]Read More

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Mayor Brett Smiley, American Cruise Lines Announce Return to Providence

PROVIDENCE, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley and American Cruise Lines (“American”) today announced that Providence will be a port of call for its New England itineraries, marking the return of cruise tourism to the city for the first time in four years. This exciting milestone signals a new era for Providence’s waterfront and local […]Read More

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CCRI and Rhode Island Energy partner to launch free utilities

WARWICK, RI (April 17, 2025) – The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and Rhode Island Energy are teaming up to offer a free exploratory program designed to give participants a window into the growing utilities industry.   Introduction to Utilities – free to anyone who meets eligibility requirements through funding from Rhode Island Energy – […]Read More

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Pawtucket School Committee Statement Re: Litigation By Patricia Royal

PAWTUCKET, RI — The following statement regarding litigation filed by Patricia Royal may be attributed to Omar Reyes on behalf of the Pawtucket School Committee: A widely publicized Complaint has been filed in Rhode Island Federal District Court by Patricia Royal against members of the Pawtucket School Committee, School District Administrators, Mayor Grebien, and members […]Read More

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Rhode Island Pre-K Lottery for School Year 2025-26 Opens for

Parents, families and guardians of children who will be four years old as of September 1 encouraged to apply  PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) today announced the opening of the annual state-funded RI Pre-Kindergarten (RI Pre-K) program lottery for the 2025-26 school year. Parents, […]Read More

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Free Sensory-Friendly Petting Zoo with Goats, Alpacas, Bunnies for Children

Barnyard Buddies, a sensory-friendly petting zoo designed specifically for children with autism and sensory sensitivities, ages 2-9—but all are welcome to join the fun! This event creates a calm, engaging space where kids can interact with friendly farm animals, including gentle goats, cuddly bunnies, fluffy alpacas, and more! There will be hands-on, farm-themed craft activities and treats for kiddos too, and an opportunity to tour the center […]Read More

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Magaziner Statement on Chaotic NOAA Layoffs in Rhode Island, Massachusetts

WARWICK, RI – Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement after reports that previously rehired National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration employees in Rhode Island and Massachusetts will again be terminated: “NOAA is indispensable for Rhode Island fishermen and our state’s coastal economy – tracking fish stocks, managing […]Read More