New educational resources guide buyers on how to shop for an electric vehicle AAA is releasing its new Used EV Buyer’s Guide that includes basic information on electric vehicles (EVs) like ownership costs, details to consider before purchasing, and guidance for those who want an EV but need more affordable options. Last year’s AAA survey revealed that of consumers interested […]Read More
Nominations are for seats on the Superior Court, District Court, and Workers’ Compensation Court. PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today announced six judicial nominations to fill vacancies on the Superior Court, District Court, and Workers’ Compensation Court. “It is an honor to appoint these six judges who will play a critical role in serving […]Read More
PAWTUCKET – On January 25th, the City of Pawtucket officially signed a purchase and sale agreement for a portion of land with Riverside Burial Society of Pawtucket (Riverside Cemetery). The agreement outlines the city’s acquisition of 9.49 acres of open land from the Riverside Cemetery, located at 724 Pleasant Street. The Pawtucket City Council approved a […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee announced today the launch of a new round of grant programs administered by Rhode Island Commerce – Site Readiness and the Main Street Rhode Island Streetscape Improvement Fund. “As a former mayor, I’ve experienced firsthand how critical Main Streets are to the economic development of our cities and towns,” said Governor […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today announced that the Rhode Island Department of Children, Youth & Families (DCYF) and St. Mary’s Home for Children have entered into an agreement for an expanded Psychiatric Residential Treatment Facility (PRTF) in North Providence. This agreement is the result of careful and thoughtful negotiations over the last few months […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee has directed Rhode Island state flags to be flown at half-staff at all state facilities and buildings. The flags will remain at half-staff until sunset on the day of interment in memory of Command Sergeant Major Richard Winkelman, who served as the full time Senior Enlisted Advisor for the 56th Troop Command, […]Read More
DHS Launches ARPA Funded Elderly and Disabled Simplified Application Project
CRANSTON, RI – The RI Department of Human Services (DHS) has launched the Elderly and Disabled Simplified Application Project (ESAP), an initiative intended to help ease the application process for older adults and disabled individuals seeking food benefits. With Governor McKee’s strong support for a simplified application and a longer certification period, DHS is pleased […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that the Office, following enforcement action, has halted a deceptive scheme that scammed more than 1,000 Rhode Island businesses and non-profit organizations and secured full restitution for those affected. Following an agreement, approved in Rhode Island Superior Court on Tuesday, January 31, 2023, Centurion Filing Services (Centurion) […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee issued the following statement in response to President Joseph R. Biden’s State of the Union Address: “In his address tonight, President Biden outlined the historic progress that his Administration has made over the past two years in implementing an economic plan that grows our economy from the bottom up and […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI– Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced the three finalists being considered to become the 38th Chief of the Providence Police Department: Kevin M. Lanni, David A. Lapatin, Oscar L. Perez. The three candidates will appear at a public forum on Wednesday, February 8th at 5:30PM at the Providence Career and Technical Academy, 41 Fricker Street. “I […]Read More