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Governor McKee Ceremonially Signs Legislation on College Tuition

Legislation Will Ensure In-State Tuition Regardless of Immigration Status PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, joined by Senator Sandra Cano and Representative Grace Diaz, today signed into law legislation (2021-S 990, 2021-H 5238) which will ensure in-state tuition for Rhode Island students regardless of immigration status. The bill signing took place at the Community College of Rhode Island […]Read More

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Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee Unveils Plan to Move the

Gov. McKee’s Bold Agenda Promotes Equity, Supports Small Businesses, Addresses the Climate Crisis, and Invests in Families  Continuing his work to build a better Rhode Island, Gov. Dan McKee announced his preliminary guiding document — RI 2030: Charting A Course for the Ocean State Over the Next Decade. Gov. McKee’s bold agenda for the state’s priorities in the […]Read More

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Águilas Cibaeñas announce imported pitchers José Quintana and Edgar Escobar

SANTIAGO.- The Águilas Cibaeñas announced the hiring of Colombian left-handed starting pitcher José Quintana and Cuban reliever Edgar Escobar, who will join the team as reinforcements for the 2021-2022 season of the Dominican Baseball League (LIDOM). “We are pleased to announce a left-handed pitcher at the level of José Quintana, with great Major League experience […]Read More

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Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Foundation hosts Citizens Bank Pell

Motorists Should Expect Delays Due to Brief Road Closures JAMESTOWN, R.I. – On Sunday, October 17, 2021, the Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Foundation will host the Citizens Pell Bridge Run . The event is a 4-mile charity run/walk with 100% of the proceeds going to support  non-profits and local community organizations. The run provides a rare opportunity for the public to cross over the beautiful Claiborne Pell Bridge […]Read More

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The American Red Cross is helping two people after a

WARWICK, RI (October 11, 2021) – The American Red Cross is helping one family – two adults after a fire today on Richmond Drive, Warwick. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the family’s immediate needs. Responders included: Bob Partington, David DiNobile, Thomas Perrin and Abimbola Ogunleye.   The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering from a fire, including tips on cleanup; […]Read More