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Blizzard Response Underscores Governor McKee’s Steady Leadership

Governor McKee: “The only place I want in history on this one is that we kept everyone safe.”   PROVIDENCE – New reporting from the Providence Journal highlights praise from Rhode Island reporters, local leaders, and experts for Governor McKee’s decisive response to the historic blizzard that blanketed the state with three feet of snow […]Read More

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GHANA FOOTBALL ASSOCIATION SELECTS BRYANT UNIVERSITY AS TEAM BASE CAMP

SMITHFIELD, RHODE ISLAND, February 26, 2026: The Ghana Football Association wishes to announce that Providence, Rhode Island, has been selected as our Team Base Camp for the FIFA World Cup 2026, with Bryant University as the team’s official training site. This was jointly announced by General Treasurer James Diossa, Bryant President Dr. Ross Gittell, Governor Daniel […]Read More

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Gente de Zona announces their first tour of Spain: Tour

The acclaimed Cuban duo will bring their music to stages across Spain on a tour, with the first dates already announced. Tickets available through gdzoficial.com . Miami, FL (February 25, 2026) – Established on the international music scene, Gente de Zona has become one of the most important duos in Latin music thanks to hits like ” Bailando,” “La […]Read More

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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