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Elect Democratic Women endorses Sabina Matos in the special election

With fewer than 80 days until Election Day, Sabina continues to build support in the special election race PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Elect Democratic Women, the member-led committee dedicated to electing more Democratic women to Congress, today announced its endorsement of Sabina Matos in the special election for Rhode Island’s 1st Congressional District.   “The Elect Democratic […]Read More

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Rhode Island Gas Prices Up 1 Cent

Providence, R.I., June 20, 2023 — Rhode Island’s average gas price is up 1 cent from last week ($3.50), averaging $3.51 per gallon. Today’s price is 10 cents higher than a month ago ($3.41), and $1.46 lower than June 5, 2022 ($4.97). Rhode Island’s average gas price is 5 cents lower than the national average.  “We may be in a […]Read More

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Reed Receives ‘988 Crisis Response Champion Award’ from NAMI, AFSP

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Ahead of the one-year anniversary of 988’s nationwide availability, U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is being honored as a “988 Crisis Response Champion” by the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (AFSP) and the #ReimagineCrisis Campaign.  A dedicated advocate for suicide prevention and mental health care, Senator Reed […]Read More

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Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau Announces the Passing of

Beloved longtime leader made indelible mark on RI sports landscape Providence, RI – It is with great sadness that the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) announces the passing of John Gibbons, executive director of the Rhode Island Sports Commission (RISC). “John Gibbons used his immense talent, strong work ethic, and boundless passion for […]Read More