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Pawtucket to Host 12th Annual International Women’s Day Celebration: “Leading

Pawtucket, RI – The City of Pawtucket invites the community to honor the visionaries and trailblazers shaping its future at the 12th Annual International Women’s Day and Women’s History Month Kick-Off Celebration.   The event will take place on Friday, March 6, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Blackstone Valley Visitor Center, […]Read More

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Governor McKee Declares State of Emergency, Issues Travel Ban Ahead

Governor Enables Activation of Rhode Island National Guard to Support Statewide Response Governor Activates State Emergency Operations Center State Government Closed on Monday PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today declared a State of Emergency for Rhode Island, issued a travel ban, and enabled the activation of the Rhode Island National Guard as needed ahead of blizzard […]Read More

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Governor McKee Updates Rhode Islanders on State Preparations for Winter

PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today outlined the preparations and resources his administration has mobilized in advance of the upcoming winter storm, which is expected to bring blizzard conditions throughout the state. The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for Rhode Island beginning on Sunday, February 22, at 4:00 p.m.   “With […]Read More

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City of Providence Announces Citywide Parking Ban Ahead of Winter

Snow removal efforts, warming centers, and city services are in place as a winter storm approaches PROVIDENCE, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley and the Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) today urged Providence residents to take appropriate precautions as a winter storm is forecast to bring significant hazardous conditions to the city from Sunday, February […]Read More