Bill would fulfill Biden pledge to end tax incentives for big multinational corporations to ship jobs overseas Washington, DC – Today, after three weeks of the Treasury Department undertaking “extraordinary measures” to uphold the full faith and credit of the United States, Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), chair of the Senate Budget Committee, and Congressman Lloyd Doggett […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI (February 10, 2023) – The American Red Cross is helping one family – two adults – three children after a fire yesterday on Long Hwy, Little Compton. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the family’s immediate needs. Responders included: Shannon Earle, Maureen Reilly, Jose Medeiros and Ginger Flynn. The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering from […]Read More
On February 8, 2023, the Pawtucket Police Department’s Narcotics Unit along with the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI), US Postal Inspector’s Office, and the Department of Homeland Security (HSI), executed a court-ordered search warrant at #25 Hicks Street (apt.1) in the city of Pawtucket. As a result of the search warrant, inside the residence detectives […]Read More
Students in Bristol Warren’s Business and Finance pathway at a DECA excursion. (Photo Courtesy Bristol Warren Regional School District) BRISTOL — Superintendent Ana C. Riley and Principal Michelle King wish to highlight Mt. Hope High School’s Business and Finance pathway as part of Career and Technical Education Month. A total of 98 students are currently […]Read More
Washington, D.C. – Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) announced that he has been selected to be the Ranking Member of the House Homeland Security Subcommittee on Counterterrorism, Law Enforcement, and Intelligence. The Intelligence and Counterterrorism Subcommittee is responsible for overseeing the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) intelligence, counterterrorism, and information sharing efforts, specifically managing the DHS […]Read More
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