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Mayor Brett Smiley and Colonel Oscar Perez Announce Promotion of

PROVIDENCE, RI— Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Providence Police Chief Colonel Oscar L. Perez today announced the promotion of Timothy O’Hara to Commander of the Providence Police Department.    O’Hara has served the Providence Police Department for 28 years, most recently serving as Major and overseeing the Administration Division. O’Hara has had several supervisory roles […]Read More

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Governor McKee Announces Extension for SBA Business Recovery Center in

Business Recovery Center at Weaver Library will now remain open through at least January 26  PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Governor Dan McKee announced an extension of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Business Recovery Center in East Providence through at least January 26, 2024. The extension will allow businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge construction additional […]Read More

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Governor McKee’s Request for Disaster Declaration Relief Approved by President

Approval makes federal funds available for impacted families, businesses in Providence County PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee announced today that President Joseph Biden has approved federal disaster assistance for Providence County, Rhode Island to support those impacted by the storms that included severe flooding and tornadoes between from September 10-13, 2023. President Biden’s action makes […]Read More

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Pawtucket Veteran Receives 30,000 Christmas Cards

Pawtucket highlights the heartwarming story of 96-year-old resident “Grandpa George,” whose holiday spirit captivated the internet when his granddaughter’s plea for Christmas cards went viral in November. The tradition, started by George Dowling after his wife’s passing, became a community sensation, helping him navigate the holidays. This year’s unprecedented response has seen Grandpa George receive […]Read More

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Rhode Island is Ready: Governor McKee Outlines State’s Storm Preparedness

PROVIDENCE, RI – Rhode Island is fully prepared to respond to the first significant winter storm of the season that is expected to impact the state this weekend. Today, Governor Dan McKee provided an update on his Administration’s preparedness efforts. A winter storm watch is in effect from Saturday afternoon through Sunday night. The latest models […]Read More