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
PROVIDENCE, RI — Shortly after 1 pm today Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza announced his endorsement of candidate Gonzalo Cuervo for the next Mayor of Providence. Mayor Elorza was joined by former Providence Mayor Angel Taveras, who had announced his endorsement of Cuervo earlier in the campaign, in a show of support from two leaders with […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Aug. 24, 2022): Onward We Learn, the college access nonprofit previously known as the College Crusade of Rhode Island, applauds today’s announcement by President Biden to forgive up to $10,000 of federal student loans and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. The president’s plan also extends the payment freeze once more until […]Read More
Statement from Denise Forte, interim CEO of The Education Trust, on the
WASHINGTON (August 24, 2022) — “The decision by the Biden-Harris administration to provide up to $20,000 in student loan cancellation to Pell Grant recipients and $10,000 in student loan cancellation to other qualifying borrowers is a strong start. Borrowers earning $125,000 or less and those in households with joint tax filings earning under $250,000 will receive […]Read More