U.S. President Joe Biden is recovering nicely following his COVID-19 diagnosis last week, his physician said Sunday. Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a memo that Biden’s “symptoms continue to improve significantly,” with a sore throat being the main remaining ailment. “His voice remains a bit deep,” O’Connor said. The physician said Biden’s sore throat is […]Read More
Renowned neurologist to lead enhanced research strategies on heart-brain health
American Heart Association names Mitchell Elkind for new leadership role to elevate clinical research activities related to stroke, brain health and other emerging science linked to cardio/cerebral vascular disease DALLAS, July 25, 2022 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has announced that Mitchell […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI (July 25, 2022) – The American Red Cross is helping two families – two adults – four children after a fire yesterday on Claremont St., Central Falls. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the families’ immediate needs. Responders included: Tom Perrin, Ernie Labbe and Kathy Wong. The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering […]Read More
Providence, R.I., July 25, 2022 — Rhode Island’s average gas price is down 12 cents from last week ($4.60), averaging $4.48 per gallon. Today’s price is 43 cents lower than a month ago ($4.91), and $1.45 higher than July 25, 2021 ($3.03). Rhode Island’s average gas price is 13 cents higher than the national average. Nationally, lackluster demand for gas […]Read More
Global Electronics Council awards District for environmentally friendly practices PROVIDENCE, RI – The Providence Public School District’s (PPSD) Information Technology Department has been recognized as a 2022 EPEAT Purchaser Award winner. The award celebrates organizations that are leaders in sustainable electronics procurement. It comes from the Global Electronics Council, the non-profit organization that manages the EPEAT eco-label. […]Read More
Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence Endorses Councilwoman Nirva LaFortune
Last week, the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAGV) endorsed Councilwoman LaFortune’s campaign to be the next Mayor of Providence. Her leadership in her community as a member of City Council, as a mother, and as a Providence resident passionate about safe and healthy communities are just some of the reasons she was able […]Read More
Sen. Reed leads efforts to boost share of EPSCOR research and development dollars to spur more technological advancements and job creation in the Ocean State WASHINGTON, DC — In an effort to strengthen the U.S. economy and national security while bringing jobs back to the U.S. and bolstering supply chains, the U.S. Senate is poised to […]Read More
Celin-Rodriguez graduates with high honors, debt free and as a proud example of success for her son. Marcela Celin-Rodriguez is a first-generation college student from Colombia, who not only graduated summa cum laude this May but has been a member of the 3.5 Society and on the Dean’s List since her first semester at RIC. […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI — State Senator and organizer Tiara Mack has endorsed Gonzalo Cuervo for Mayor of Providence. Senator Mack says she based her decision to endorse Cuervo due to his platform of economic development based on local needs in each neighborhood, improving housing affordability for both renters and homeowners, and tackling the city’s crisis of […]Read More
Governor McKee Signs Veteran and Military-Related Legislative Package, Highlighting Budget
JOHNSTON, RI – Continuing his #RIMomentum Tour, Governor Dan McKee was joined today by legislators, Veterans, military families, Veterans advocates and stakeholders to recognize passage of legislative and budget initiatives which support and benefit those who bravely served in the United States armed forces. Most significantly, Rhode Island will no longer be a regional outlier with passage […]Read More