VOA News U.S. lawmakers are examining the details of an agreement to increase the country’s borrowing limit ahead of votes expected in the coming days, as both President Joe Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy urge them to approve it. The proposal includes waiving the existing $31.4 trillion debt ceiling until January 2025 and a […]Read More
May 26-29, 2023 In 2016, Operation Stand Down RI launched the Boots on the Ground for Heroes Memorial which presented almost 7,000 combat boots adorned with flags and placards. Each boot represents the life of a U.S. service member killed in action post 9-11 in the Global War on Terror. The placard attached to each […]Read More
Charitable grants provide support to 22 nonprofit organizations working to make a difference across communities served by Rhode Island Energy. Providence, RI – The PPL Foundation announced today it is awarding another $200,000 in funding to support 22 nonprofit organizations working to improve the lives and well-being of individuals throughout the Ocean State. PPL Foundation […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee is directing U.S. and Rhode Island flags at all state agencies and buildings to be flown at half-staff from sunrise until 12:00 p.m. on Monday, May 29, in observation of Memorial Day. Flags should return to full-staff at noon. Governor McKee also released the following statement today in recognition of […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today announced that a Cranston man has been sentenced in Newport County Superior Court to serve five years at the Adult Correctional Institutions (ACI) after pleading to drug trafficking charges. On May 18, 2023, Francisco Vazquez Ramos (age 39) waived criminal information and entered a plea of nolo […]Read More
State Representatives Kislak, Alzate and Giraldo Endorse Sandra Cano for
Providence, RI – State Representatives Rebecca Kislak (HD4 East Side of Providence), Karen Alzate (HD 60 Pawtucket, Central Falls) and Joshua Giraldo (HD 56 Central Falls) announced today their support and endorsement of Sandra Cano in the race for Congressional District One. Representative Rebecca Kislak said, “I trust Sandra to be a fierce advocate […]Read More
Emma Saunders – Entertainment reporter Singer Tina Turner, whose soul classics and pop hits like The Best and What’s Love Got to Do With It made her a superstar, has died at the age of 83. Turner had suffered a number of health issues in recent years including cancer, a stroke and kidney failure. She […]Read More
The City of Pawtucket will be conducting a Statistical Revaluation for 2024. The purpose of the revaluation is to reconcile property assessments to their full and fair cash value as of December 31, 2024. This year, the revaluation will only take place for properties that have sold during the past 18 months. In accordance with […]Read More
PAWTUCKET, RI – Rhode Island FC, the new professional soccer club that will make its USL Championship debut in 2024, announced that Capelli Sport will be the club’s official and exclusive on-field apparel and equipment provider. Capelli Sport is a global, multi-sports brand headquartered in New York. Capelli will design and produce custom matchday kits for […]Read More
Dighton Public Library Receives Grant to Increase Accessibility at New
DIGHTON — Dighton Public Library Director Jocelyn Tavares, together with town Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator Jonathan Gale and Town Administrator Michael Mullen, is pleased to share that the Dighton Public Library has received a generous grant from the American Library Association (ALA). A $20,000 Libraries Transforming Communities (LTC) Accessible Small and Rural Communities Grant, […]Read More