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$1 Million Investment In Central Falls’ SMART® Clinics To Expand Healthcare Access And Offer First In-School Dental Care
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$1 Million Investment In Central Falls’ SMART® Clinics To Expand

LPR News May 20, 2026

At Ella Risk Elementary School in Central Falls, Dr. Emily Thomas, SMART® Clinic Founder Melanie Ginn, POC Managing Trustee John Tarantino, POC Founder Barbara Papitto, Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera, and Central Falls Deputy School Superintendent Ann Lynch. For families across Rhode Island, a trip to the doctor, dentist, or counselor has too often meant time off […]Read More

House Foreign Affairs Vice Ranking Member Amo Leads 29 Members in Demanding End to Trump’s Illegal, Costly, War of Choice in Iran
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House Foreign Affairs Vice Ranking Member Amo Leads 29 Members

LPR News May 20, 2026

Washington, DC – TODAY, House Foreign Affairs Vice Ranking Member Gabe Amo (D-RI) led 29 Members in introducing a resolution in the U.S. House of Representatives to stop President Donald Trump’s illegal war of choice with Iran, which is driving up costs and making Americans less safe. If Speaker Johnson does not immediately bring this resolution […]Read More

Magaziner Statement on Passing of Former Massachusetts Representative Barney Frank
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Magaziner Statement on Passing of Former Massachusetts Representative Barney Frank

LPR News May 20, 2026

WARWICK, RI — Today, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) released the following statement on the passing of former Massachusetts Representative Barney Frank: “Barney Frank leaves a tremendous legacy as a champion for the working class, the LGBTQ+ community, and the southeast New England region.  His landmark work on financial reform helped save our country from economic ruin. Even […]Read More

Amo Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman Barney Frank
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Amo Statement on the Passing of Former Congressman Barney Frank

LPR News May 20, 2026

Washington, DC – TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI) issued the following statement on the passing of former Massachusetts Congressman Barney Frank: “I’m saddened to learn of former Congressman Barney Frank’s passing.   From his work to support our economy through crisis to his leadership defending LGBTQ+ rights, Congressman Frank made a lasting impact on America.   […]Read More

Explore the work behind a year of impact: our 2025 Annual Report to the Community is here!
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Explore the work behind a year of impact: our 2025

LPR News May 15, 2026

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

Mayor Hopkins Identifies Path to Restore Senior Center Funding
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Mayor Hopkins Identifies Path to Restore Senior Center Funding

LPR News May 15, 2026

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

UNITED FOOD AND COMMERCIAL WORKERS ENDORSE SABINA MATOS FOR LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR
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UNITED FOOD AND COMMERCIAL WORKERS ENDORSE SABINA MATOS FOR LIEUTENANT

LPR News May 15, 2026

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

Rhode Island Summer of Soccer Launches Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Effort
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Rhode Island Summer of Soccer Launches Statewide Volunteer Recruitment Effort

LPR News May 15, 2026

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

JOURNEY EXTENDS THE FINAL FRONTIER TOUR
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JOURNEY EXTENDS THE FINAL FRONTIER TOUR

LPR News May 15, 2026

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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