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Attorney General Neronha, MADD RI, state leaders celebrate passage of

PROVIDENCE, RI – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha, Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) Rhode Island, state leaders, and community advocates and partners, today highlighted public safety legislation passed in 2024 to extend the “lookback” period for impaired driving offenses from five years to 10 years. Additionally, they recommitted to the cause of holding accountable those […]Read More

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ALL ABOARD: Quonset Shortline Railroad Upgrades Chugging Along Thanks to

To celebrate moving trucks and congestion off roadways and more freight moving along Quonset’s enhanced freight rail system, U.S. Governor Dan McKee, Senator Jack Reed and members of the Rhode Island Congressional delegation was joined with Federal Rail Administrator Amit Bose and state and local officials for a special ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate three […]Read More

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Trump is safe after shooting at rally in Butler, PA.

“President Trump thanks law enforcement and first responders for their quick action during this heinous act,” spokesman Steven Cheung said in a statement. “He is fine and is being checked out at a local medical facility. More details will follow.” The Secret Service said in a statement that “the former President is safe.” Butler County […]Read More

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RI Delegation, Leaders Applaud $1.45 Million Federal Investment to Reduce

Department of Labor funding award will support workforce development and job training for formerly incarcerated Rhode Islanders KINGSTON, RI – Today, Rhode Island’s Congressional delegation announced that the non-profit Polaris MEP will receive $1,454,078 in federal funds to assist people re-entering the community after completing their sentence. This award, which is being administered through the Department […]Read More

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Attorney General Neronha Statement on Rhode Island Recycled Metals Fire

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement regarding today’s fire at Rhode Island Recycled Metals (RIRM):   “Rhode Island Recycled Metals presents an ongoing environmental nuisance and public safety hazard that this Office has, for years, fought against in court, alongside efforts by our neighboring communities and stakeholders. Today’s […]Read More