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Explore the work behind a year of impact: our 2025

Big challenges defined the year. Local action defined the response. Across Rhode Island, people came together to meet the moment — supporting one another, building partnerships, and creating meaningful progress where it matters most. We are pleased to share our 2025 Annual Report to the Community, a reflection of a year defined by significant challenge and the […]Read More

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Mayor Hopkins Identifies Path to Restore Senior Center Funding

CRANSTON, RI — Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins announced today that his administration has identified a budget path that would allow the City to restore funding for the Cranston Senior Center without seeking approval from the Rhode Island General Assembly to exceed the state-mandated 4% property tax levy cap. After the City Council voted down the Mayor’s […]Read More

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UNITED FOOD AND COMMERCIAL WORKERS ENDORSE SABINA MATOS FOR LIEUTENANT

Rhode Island’s Largest Grocery and Food Workers Union Backs Matos in 2026 Race   PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos today announced the endorsement of the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW), the union representing thousands of Rhode Island grocery store workers, food processing employees, and retail workers across the state.   The UFCW […]Read More

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Rhode Island Summer of Soccer Launches Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Effort

Volunteers are needed to help welcome international visitors traveling to RI for tournament matches being played in June and July. PROVIDENCE, R.I. May 14, 2026 – Ocean State 2026, the statewide tourism initiative tied to the international soccer tournament matches happening at nearby Gillette Stadium during the FIFA World Cup period, has launched a statewide volunteer recruitment effort. […]Read More

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JOURNEY EXTENDS THE FINAL FRONTIER TOUR

40 Additional North American Dates Announced for Fall 2026 An Evening With JOURNEY   NEXT TOUR LEG KICKS OFF SEPTEMBER 12 IN LOS ANGELES, CA TICKETS ON SALE FRIDAY, MAY 15TH @ 10am Los Angeles, CA — May 12, 2026 – After more than five decades of arena-shaking performances, era-defining hits, and one of the most enduring catalogs in rock history, JOURNEY is extending their massive Final Frontier Tour with […]Read More

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Providence Police Arrest Cranston Man in Fatal Shooting Investigation

Providence, RI –– Providence Police have arrested and charged 18-year-old Charles Ortiz of Cranston in connection with a fatal shooting that occurred during the early morning hours of May 11, 2026. On Monday, May 11, 2026, at approximately 2:15 a.m., Providence Police officers responded to the area of Swift Street and Silver Spring Street for […]Read More

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City of Providence Files Enforcement Action for Unlawful Use of

Enforcement Action Alleges Illegal Price Coordination Via Algorithmic Rent Setting Known for Artificially Inflating Rent Prices  PROVIDENCE, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced that the City of Providence has filed an enforcement action against Audubon Capital Partners, LLC alleging unlawful engagement in rent price coordination via algorithmic device setting. Algorithmic pricing software is used to analyze public and private market trends and occupancy rates in a given area and was banned in […]Read More

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Vic Mellor Campaign Delivers Over 200 Bouquets to Dedicated Mothers

Warwick, RI- The Vic Mellor Campaign for Rhode Island is honoring the vital role of mothers by delivering more than 200 beautiful flower bouquets to dedicated mothers throughout the state this Mother’s Day. The initiative recognizes the countless women who selflessly give their time, energy, and love to strengthen families, schools, neighborhoods, and communities across […]Read More