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Office of the Attorney General, law enforcement, advocates and victims commemorate 2023 National Crime Victims’ Rights Week
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Office of the Attorney General, law enforcement, advocates and victims

LPR News April 26, 2023

PROVIDENCE, RI – In commemoration of the 42nd annual National Crime Victims’ Rights Week, the Office of the Attorney General, partners in law enforcement, advocates, service providers, and victims of crime gathered in Providence’s Memorial Park to honor the strength and resiliency of victims and victim service providers. This year’s National Crime Victims’ Rights Week (NCVRW) theme […]Read More

Joint Statement regarding Officer Lugo
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Joint Statement regarding Officer Lugo

LPR News April 26, 2023

Providence police officer, Jeann Lugo, who was seen on video striking a political opponent at a State House rally last year has escaped termination. The department learned Tuesday that the LEOBOR voted unanimously to overturn the Providence Police Department’s efforts to fire Officer Lugo, but decided to suspend Lugo for 10 days. The following statement […]Read More

TRINITY REP ENDS SEASON WITH SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER OF FLEET STREET
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TRINITY REP ENDS SEASON WITH SWEENEY TODD: THE DEMON BARBER

LPR News April 26, 2023

Tony Award-winning musical plays May 25 – June 25  PROVIDENCE, RI: Trinity Repertory Company concludes its 2022-23 Season with the award-winning musical Sweeney Todd: The Demon Barber of Fleet Street, with music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim and a book by Hugh Wheeler. Directed by Curt Columbus, Sweeney Todd runs at Trinity Rep in the Dowling Theater from May 25 through June 25, 2023, with press opening night on Wednesday, May 31 at 7:30 […]Read More

As Some States Seek to Ban Library Books, Reed & Grijalva Reintroduce the Right to Read Act
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As Some States Seek to Ban Library Books, Reed &

LPR News April 26, 2023

During School Library Month & National Library Week, Reed & Grijalva offer bill to invest $600 million in key library literacy programs that would address disparities in access to school library resources WASHINGTON, DC – Literacy opens the door for lifelong opportunity and economic success.  In an effort to increase literacy and expand opportunity, U.S. Senator […]Read More

Attorney General advisory opinion: public bodies may not restrict APRA requests to methods that are not readily accessible to public
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Attorney General advisory opinion: public bodies may not restrict APRA

LPR News April 26, 2023

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued an advisory opinion concerning the methods by which a public body may accept Access to Public Records Requests (APRA) from members of the public. The APRA is Rhode Island’s statutory framework to ensure the public’s right to assess public records. The APRA expressly requires that public bodies […]Read More

Attorney General Neronha, legislative partners announce package of bills to end lead poisoning in Rhode Island
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Attorney General Neronha, legislative partners announce package of bills to

LPR News April 26, 2023

Bills to be heard tonight before House Committee on Judiciary PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, alongside legislative partners, today announced a package of bills aimed at drastically reducing childhood lead poisoning in Rhode Island. The three proposed bills mark a crucial step in eradicating childhood lead poisoning by ensuring compliance with existing laws. […]Read More

Game On! Shea Fashion Showcase Returns for 14th Annual Runway Show
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Game On! Shea Fashion Showcase Returns for 14th Annual Runway

LPR News April 25, 2023

Pawtucket, RI – The Shea Fashion program is proud to announce the continuation of its annual fashion showcase, set to take place on April 28th, 2023, at the Tolman High School Auditorium in Pawtucket, RI. The multi-scene fashion show will feature student designs, eye-catching visuals, and performances by the Jacquline M. Walsh High School Dance Team, […]Read More

Mayor Smiley’s FY24 Budget: A Focused Agenda for Providence
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Mayor Smiley’s FY24 Budget: A Focused Agenda for Providence

LPR News April 25, 2023

Proposed FY24 budget improves city services and tackles biggest challenges ahead PROVIDENCE, RI— Mayor Brett P. Smiley today delivered his budget address for fiscal year 2024 to the Providence City Council, local leaders and community members. The proposed budget reflects the Mayor’s top priorities: investing in city services, providing robust education opportunities, improving neighborhood safety […]Read More

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