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Mayor Grebien To Announce Major Tidewater Phase 1B Infrastructure Investments

On Monday, June 22nd at 9:30 AM, Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien will join with Governor Dan McKee and development partners to announce $30 million in infrastructure investments to help realize the full potential of Tidewater Phase 1B, including a new pedestrian bridge, park spaces, stormwater work, and new housing in the Tidewater district. This will […]Read More

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Pawtucket’s First Two Watch Parties Celebrated Our Community!

The City of Pawtucket’s Summer of Celebration is off to an exciting start, with hundreds of residents and visitors gathering for our first two international soccer tournament Watch Parties. Fans gathered to support Team USA in its opening match against Paraguay, and later returned to cheer for Cape Verde versus Spain. The Watch Parties highlighted […]Read More

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Honoring Juneteenth in Pawtucket

Dear neighbor, Today, as we observe Juneteenth, we join communities across our nation in commemorating a pivotal moment in American history. Juneteenth is both a celebration and a reflection. It reminds us of the enduring pursuit of freedom, equality, and opportunity, while encouraging us to recognize the contributions, resilience, and achievements of Black Americans throughout […]Read More

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Councilors Pass City Budget, Advance Juvenile Reform Ordinance

Providence, RI – At tonight’s city council meeting, councilors passed the City’s $636 million budget for fiscal year 2027.   Under the leadership of Chair Miguel Sanchez, the Special Committee on Ways and Means hosted two public hearings and met with every city department to review the proposed budget. After thoughtful vetting, councilors negotiated essential […]Read More

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Twenty-Nine Alleged Members and Associates of the East Side and

Investigation alleges over a decade-long pattern of violence, drug trafficking, robbery, firearms offenses, fraud schemes, and other criminal conduct PROVIDENCE, R.I. – First Assistant United States Attorney Charles C. Calenda and Thomas A. Greco, Special Agent in Charge of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Boston Field Division, in partnership with Colonel Oscar […]Read More

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Amo to Commemorate Juneteenth Across Rhode Island and Mark Progress

Providence, RI– To commemorate Juneteenth, celebrate the contributions of Black Rhode Islanders and reflect on the ongoing work of freedom, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) will participate in observances across the First Congressional District. Juneteenth, a federal holiday established by President Joe Biden, marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas and informed enslaved […]Read More

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Magaziner to Host Passport Fair in Cranston, Bring State Department

CRANSTON, RI — As the summer travel season gets underway, U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) is bringing experts from the U.S. State Department’s Boston Passport Agency to the Cranston Public Library for a Passport Fair on Saturday, June 27 in James T. Giles Community Room. Individuals in Rhode Island’s 2nd Congressional District who are seeking passport services are […]Read More

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Governor McKee Signs Bills Into Law

PROVIDENCE, RI — Governor Dan McKee has transmitted the following bills: Thursday, June 18, 2026, transmittals with signature Click to view a transmittal message for S2139. Click to view a transmittal message for H7163. Click to view a transmittal message for S2787. Click to view a transmittal message for H7415. Thursday, June 18, 2026, transmittals with signature Thursday, June 18, 2026, […]Read More

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Governor McKee Appoints Ralph Liguori to Serve on Judicial Nominating

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee announced his appointment of local attorney Ralph Liguori to serve on the Judicial Nominating Commission.   The JNC is an independent, nonpartisan body responsible for recommending highly qualified candidates for all judicial appointments. The Commission was created in 1994 and is composed of nine Rhode Island residents. All […]Read More