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Attorney General Neronha, coalition win case against Live Nation for

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement after a jury sided with a coalition of 27 states and against Live Nation for illegally monopolizing the live entertainment industry and concert ticketing services: “For decades, Live Nation has used anticompetitive tactics to make extraordinary profits off everyday Americans, but today […]Read More

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Mayor Brett Smiley’s FY27 Budget: Investing in a Better, More

Despite rising costs, the proposed FY27 budget elevates city services without raising taxes or increasing fines PROVIDENCE, RI— Mayor Brett P. Smiley today delivered his budget address for fiscal year 2027 to the Providence City Council, local leaders and community members. Following a year of increased inflation and federal turmoil, the proposed budget underscores Mayor Smiley’s ongoing commitment to protecting families, modernizing […]Read More

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As America Returns to the Moon, Amo Brings Astronaut Raja

Congressman Amo and Astronaut Raja Chari spoke with students about the importance of scientific discovery.  Central Falls, Pawtucket & Providence, RI –  TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Environment Subcommittee of the House Science, Space, and Technology Committee, and NASA Astronaut Raja Chari visited Ella J. Risk Elementary School in Central Falls, Henry J. Winters Elementary School […]Read More

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Governor McKee Highlights $60 Million Proposed Investment to Build CCRI

Transformational project will expand workforce training, strengthen Rhode Island’s economy, and connect residents to high-demand careers WARWICK, RI — Governor Dan McKee today joined Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) President Rosemary Costigan, state leaders, labor partners, and industry representatives at CCRI’s Warwick Campus to highlight the proposed $60 million general obligation bond to establish […]Read More

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Magaziner, Local Leaders Announce New Federal Funding for Coventry Projects

COVENTRY, RI — Thursday, April 9, 2026, U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) joined local Coventry leaders to announce $2,250,000 of federal funding he secured for the Town of Coventry to support the construction of a new municipal waste collection facility and flood prevention and sidewalk improvements in the Wood Street area.   “Strong infrastructure and […]Read More

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Mayor Brett Smiley Announces Applications for 2026 Mayoral Fellows

Competitive program offers valuable learning opportunities for recent graduates and enrolled students to get involved in the community   PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley announced today the City is now accepting applications for the 2026 Mayoral Fellowship Program. This competitive program offers an energizing and creative way for undergraduate students and recent graduates to earn hands-on experience in the executive branch of city government. Mayoral fellows […]Read More

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Better Way Conference Comes to Rhode Island: Co-creating New Health

Rhode Island, USA: May 29–31, 2026 World Council for Health (WCH), in collaboration with WCH New England, have launched ticket sales for the highly anticipated inaugural USA Better Way Conference, a two-day gathering of international speakers, practitioners, and thought leaders focused on reimagining the future of healthcare. The event brings together voices from medicine, science, […]Read More