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Governor McKee Announces Over $11 Million in Grants to 27

The Consolidated Homeless Fund brings together various resources available to support homelessness programs throughout Rhode Island through a single, coordinated effort PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today announced that his Administration is allocating over $11 million in resources from the Consolidated Homeless Fund (CHF) to 27 nonprofit agencies to assist Rhode Islanders who are experiencing […]Read More

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Statement on Tidewater Landing Vote from Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos

PROVIDENCE, RI – Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos today issued the following statement on the RI Commerce Board’s vote regarding the Tidewater Landing project: “Tonight’s vote to move the Tidewater Landing project forward brings us one step closer to a stronger and revitalized Pawtucket. I am grateful to the City, the Governor, the Commerce RI Board, […]Read More

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Joint Statement from Governor McKee, Mayor Grebien and Brett Johnson

PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien, and Brett Johnson of Fortuitous Partners today issued the following statement: “Thank you to the Commerce Corporation Board – with tonight’s vote, the construction on the Tidewater Landing Stadium Project can now continue. Together, all the parties have come to an agreement on a public-private […]Read More

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Biden Recovering ‘Significantly’ After Positive COVID Test, Physician Says

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

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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

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The American Red Cross is helping six after a fire

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