This Fourth of July week, America marks 250 years as a nation. It is a moment to reflect on how far we have come, celebrate the Rhode Islanders who helped make this country what it is, and recommit to our democratic ideals that are always worth fighting for. Here is this week’s update: Reflecting […]Read More
As we continue our Summer of Celebration, I invite everyone to join us for another exciting weekend filled with community, culture, and Fourth of July festivities right here in Pawtucket. Our international soccer watch parties have quickly become one of the most popular events of the summer, bringing neighbors, families, and fans together to celebrate the […]Read More
Let’s Renew Our Country’s Founding Principles As we celebrate America’s 250th Birthday, I am reminded of our Founding Fathers. Each of them carried within them the belief in a free people, who with grit, determination, hard work, and the elixir of freedom were growing a new nation. They wanted that nation to prosper. In their […]Read More
Washington, DC – TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) issued the following statement after voting for the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: “Every Rhode Islander deserves a safe, affordable place to live. But right now, the cost of housing is too high. The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a critical step toward lowering housing […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI — On Thursday, Governor Dan McKee will be joined by bill sponsors, supporters and members of UFCW Local 328 to sign legislation that establishes limits on self-checkout lanes at grocery stores. Rhode Island will be the first state to enact a statewide self-checkout staffing ratio, protecting jobs and improving customer service. The legislation (S2342/ H7290) will require grocery stores with self-checkouts […]Read More
WASHINGTON, DC – Today, the House Homeland Security Committee approved U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner’s Department of Homeland Security Intelligence and Analysis Training Act, legislation that will require standardized entry-level training for new intelligence employees at the Department of Homeland Security on civil rights, civil liberties, privacy protections, intelligence regulations, and information-sharing best practices. The legislation establishes a […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha and a coalition of 18 attorneys general today announced that the U.S. District Court for the District of Massachusetts granted the coalition’s motion for a permanent injunction and blocked key provisions of Executive Order No. 14248 from taking effect. “The President does not have the constitutional power to rewrite […]Read More
Big Freedia to Headline Providence’s Signature Arts Festival PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley, Councilman Juan Pichardo, and the Providence Department of Art, Culture and Tourism, in collaboration with founding producing partner FirstWorks, today announced the first performers for PVDFest 2026, the City’s signature celebration of art, culture and community. This year’s festival will […]Read More
Deadline is July 20 RISCA, in partnership with Eleanor Slater Hospital, Regan Unit, has two public art calls for photography and original music. Selected works will be licensed for use as part of seasonal slideshows in the patient units. The slideshow and accompanying music are to provide patients with a calming, art‑based alternative in activity and therapy […]Read More
Law named in honor of Johnston resident Casey Bassignani, who died in a rollover crash in November 2025 PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee was joined by Senate Majority Whip David Tikoian (D-Dist. 22, Smithfield, Lincoln, North Providence), Representative Arthur Corvese (D-Dist. 55, North Providence), and supporters to sign ‘Casey’s Law,’ (S3169A/8384A) legislation that […]Read More
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