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City Council Addresses Troubled Pension System and Other Legislation

Council passed a pension obligation bond resolution to help mitigate the city’s struggling pension system   Councilors gave approval to renaming the Windmill School to “The Narducci Learning Center”   Councilors passed a resolution donating a 1968 firetruck to the Rhode Island Antique Fire Apparatus Society   Three individuals recognized for their contributions to the […]Read More

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CLARK ART INSTITUTE ANNOUNCES SUMMER 2022 EXHIBITIONS

(Williamstown, Massachusetts)— The Clark Art Institute announces its summer 2022 exhibition schedule, featuring a robust program of exhibitions including a major survey of Auguste Rodin’s sculpture, presenting important works included in museum collections across the United States in one of the most comprehensive looks at the artist’s early reception in America and the influential arts leaders […]Read More

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Providence Children’s Museum Marks Black History Month with a Celebration

Providence, RI – To celebrate Black History Month, the Providence Children’s Museum (PCM) will share the well-loved play, MLK: Amazing Grace, written by and starring Rochel Garner Coleman of Rhode Island Black Storytellers. Sponsored by Citizens, Garner Coleman will hold two performances live and in-person at 10:30 a.m. and 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, February 19. […]Read More

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EPA Recognizes N. Smithfield, R.I. Water Infrastructure Project for Excellence

WASHINGTON (Feb. 16, 2022) – Today, at a virtual roundtable with state and community representatives, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) honored 49 water infrastructure projects for excellence and innovation within the Clean Water State Revolving Fund (SRF) and Drinking Water SRF programs. These exemplary projects demonstrate leadership in innovative financing, partnership, and problem solving while improving […]Read More

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Attorney General Denies Application for Merger of Lifespan and Care

G Neronha cites significant threats to cost, quality, and access in application denial; Rhode Island will join Federal Trade Commission’s lawsuit to block merger   PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued a decision pursuant to the Office’s authority under the Hospital Conversions Act, denying the proposed merger between Lifespan and Care New England. […]Read More

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Mayors of Pawtucket, North Providence, and East Providence Endorse James

Pawtucket, RI, — Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien, North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi, and East Providence Mayor Bob DaSilva have announced their endorsement of James A. Diossa for Rhode Island General Treasurer. Diossa, the only announced candidate for General Treasurer, was recently endorsed by former General Treasurer Paul Tavares and former Mayor of Providence Angel Taveras. “As […]Read More

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Governor McKee Joins RIHousing to Launch Program to Help First-Generation

Pilot program offers $25,000 in down payment assistance to address inequities and barriers to homeownership PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Governor Dan McKee joined RIHousing to announce the launch of a new pilot program, FirstGenHomeRI, aimed at helping to open the doors to homeownership for first-generation homebuyers. The program targets first-generation buyers by addressing inequities and barriers […]Read More