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McKee Administration Funds Math Programs That Add up to Summer

More than $2 million in #MathMattersRI summer programming available for grades K-9 PROVIDENCE, RI — As part of the State’s #MathMattersRI campaign to boost academic performance, the McKee Administration is funding more than 30 mathematics-focused summer programs for rising kindergartners to ninth graders in communities throughout the state. 25 municipalities were awarded more than $2 million […]Read More

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Five students receive Carter Roger Williams Scholarships

Launched by the late philanthropists Letitia and John Carter in 2017, the goal is to encourage students to think big about their future. By Chris Barnett The Rhode Island Foundation is sending high school seniors from Barrington, Cumberland, East Greenwich, Providence and West Warwick off to college with Carter Roger Williams Scholarships, which honor the […]Read More

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Mayor Smiley, Governor McKee, State Officials to Cut Ribbon at

PROVIDENCE, RI –  Mayor Brett P. Smiley will tomorrow join Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner, Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) President and CEO Kristen Adamo, and American Cruise Lines Executive Vice President Paul E. Taiclet to celebrate the arrival of […]Read More

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Governor McKee to Sign Bill Banning the Sale of Assault

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation into law that bans the sale of certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island. The Governor was joined by bill sponsor Senator Louis DiPalma (2025-S 0359A) as well as Representative Jason Knight, General Officers, General Assembly Leaders, and gun safety advocates.   This bill is the latest piece […]Read More

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Amo Announces 2025 Winner of Congressional Art Competition

PROVIDENCE, RI –  Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District — Nonna’s House by Blake Harris. A tenth-grade student at Moses Brown School, Mr. Harris’ submission will be featured in the halls of the U.S. Capitol. High school students from across Rhode Island’s First Congressional District submitted artwork for consideration and a public vote was […]Read More

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Governor McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation Kick Off 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Jr., Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau President & CEO Kristen Adamo, Discover Newport Communications Director Cassandra Earle, and Seastreak President James Barker today kicked off the 2025 Providence-Newport Ferry season. The popular service returns for its 10th season today, Friday, […]Read More

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Governor McKee Awards $6.7 Million in Grants to Bolster Rhode

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee and his Executive Office of Health and Human Services (EOHHS) announced $6.7 million in grants awarded to support 85 primary care practices across Rhode Island. “Access to quality care starts with strong primary care,” said Governor Dan McKee. “That’s why my administration is focused on supporting the recruitment and retention […]Read More