Partnership will serve people with medical needs who are experiencing housing insecurity and homelessness PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Executive Office of Health & Human Services (EOHHS) announced today the launch of a pilot program aimed at addressing the needs of Rhode Islanders who are experiencing housing insecurity or homelessness […]Read More
Infrastructure Bank Awards $2.5 Million In Municipal Infrastructure Grants for
Photo: Dexter Street Commons mixed-use development PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Board of Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank has voted to award a total of $2.5 million in Municipal Infrastructure Grant Program funds to the communities of Pawtucket, East Providence, North Providence, East Greenwich, Lincoln, and Cranston for the completion of actionable, impactful projects identified through a request for […]Read More
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI –East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva has announced that the City will be accepting donations for a reward leading to the identification of the person (s) responsible for the injury/death of Niko, the beloved husky who belonged to an East Providence family. “Numerous people have reached out to me personally asking how […]Read More
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI –East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva has been named a Rodel Institute Fellow. The Rodel America Rhode Island fellowship is a program under the Rodel Institute that convenes bipartisan groups of state and local leaders to foster leadership growth and strengthen relationships. The program is designed to break down barriers, increase mutual […]Read More
by AAA Northeast Frigid temperatures are headed this way, possibly affecting vehicles both during the upcoming weekend and next Monday morning after cars have sat idle for a few days. AAA Northeast has some tips to make sure your car starts in the coldest weather of the season: A strong, fully charged battery is important […]Read More
Providence Schools Releases Facilities Assessment To Guide Investments In 21st
PROVIDENCE, RI — The Providence Public School District (PPSD) has released a detailed new report examining the condition of each of the district’s 40 school buildings. The report, authored by facilities consultant Downes Construction, which serves as the City of Providence’s Owners Project Manager (OPM), is designed to guide decisions regarding how to best invest the approximately […]Read More
In his First Floor Speech, Representative Magaziner Emphasizes Commitment to
Magaziner vowed to fight for working people against the powerful interests who stand in the way of better wages, better healthcare, and lower costs Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Magaziner (RI-02) delivered his first speech on the House floor to introduce himself and lay out his legislative priorities for this Congress. Magaziner focused on his dedication […]Read More
Following enforcement actions Attorney General Neronha reaches lead remediation agreements
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced today that the Office has reached settlement agreements with the owners of four lead contaminated properties located in Providence and Burrillville. The enforcement actions provide for the abatement and remediation of lead contamination at the sites and assess penalties that total more than $700,000 in value. In […]Read More
Governor McKee, General Officers, State Legislators, Gun Safety Advocates Highlight
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee was joined by Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, General Treasurer James A. Diossa, bill sponsors Representative Jason Knight and Senator Joshua Miller, and dozens of advocates and community leaders to mark the introduction of critical gun safety legislation that would ban the sale […]Read More
Governor McKee, Commerce Corporation Approve Innovation Vouchers and Network Matching
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee and the Board of Directors for Rhode Island Commerce last night approved five Innovation Vouchers and five Innovation Network Matching Grants. With these awards, there have now been 110 Innovation Voucher recipients and 36 Innovation Network Matching Grant recipients, totaling an investment of $8.9 million. These awards have had a […]Read More