An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, Commissioner of Public Safety Steven M. Paré, and Colonel Hugh T. Clements, Jr. announced today that the Statewide Grand Jury has returned an indictment charging two Providence men […]Read More
Providence, RI: The Rhode Island State Association of Firefighters Executive Board unanimously endorsed Stefan Pryor, for Treasurer for the State of Rhode Island. “Secretary Pryor has proven himself as a leader as the Commerce Secretary leading economic development in our state and helping to open business back up throughout the pandemic, getting people back […]Read More
JOHNSTON, RHODE ISLAND (August 25, 2022) – September is “Happy Cat Month,” and to help keep all felines happy, Grieco Honda, 1880 Hartford Avenue, will host the Community Cat Center on Saturday, September 17 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. with several kittens and cats available for adoption that day. Grieco Honda will sponsor the […]Read More
UAW 9A represents nearly 1,000 workers in Rhode Island PROVIDENCE – Today, the United Auto Workers (UAW) announced its endorsement of Governor Dan McKee for a full term. UAW Region 9A represents nearly 1,000 workers in diverse sectors of the economy including the automotive, childcare, gaming, and human service industries. “Working Rhode Islanders need steady leadership […]Read More
James Diossa and Maine Treasurer Henry Beck Host College Affordability
Pawtucket, RI, — James Diossa and Maine Treasurer Henry Beck participated yesterday in a roundtable discussion with local college students centered on college affordability. Treasurer Beck has served as the Treasurer of Maine since 2018. Before that, he served on the Waterville, Maine City Council and in the Maine House of Representatives. Like James, Treasurer […]Read More
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends reopening Easton’s Beach (also known as First Beach) in Newport for swimming because bacteria counts have returned to safe levels. RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality through Labor Day. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most […]Read More
This year’s honorees include Rosario Flores, Myriam Hernández, Rita Lee, Amanda Miguel, Yordano, Manolo Díaz, Paquito D’Rivera and Abraham Laboriel MIAMI (AUGUST 25, 2022) — The Latin Recording Academy® announced today that Rosario Flores, Myriam Hernández, Rita Lee, Amanda Miguel and Yordano will receive this year’s Lifetime Achievement Award, as part of its annual Special Awards Presentation. Additionally, Manolo Díaz, Paquito D’Rivera and Abraham Laboriel will receive the Trustees Award. “The collective accomplishments of […]Read More
According to an informal regional survey of AAA members, 31% say they plan to travel for Labor Day weekend, but 49% will not. And 70% of those surveyed admit that inflation—including higher gas and air fare prices—played a role in their travel decisions. However, a significant number say they plan to travel in the remaining months of the […]Read More
Collection Through September 3rd Will Provide Much-Needed Drinks to Students This School Year JOHNSTON, RHODE ISLAND (August 24, 2022) – Grieco Automotive Group in New England has collected more than 1,200 juice boxes and bottles of water to benefit Plates With Purpose as part of the Juice Box Challenge. The dealerships will collect juice boxes and […]Read More
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Rushdi Food Industries is recalling their Mighty Sesame 10.9 Oz Organic Tahini (squeezable) with the specific expiration date of 3/28/23. This recall is due to potential Salmonella contamination. An image of a product label is attached. The recalled product was sold in Walmarts in Rhode Island, and […]Read More