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Trump Tells Supporters He Will ‘Never Concede’

By VOA News U.S. President Donald Trump addressed thousands of supporters Wednesday in Washington, insisting he will “never concede” as lawmakers gather on Capitol Hill to certify the election of Joe Biden as America’s next president.   Speaking on stage with the White House as a backdrop, Trump repeated his false claims that November’s election was […]Read More

Community LPR News

City Employees Step Up for Pawtucket Community

Mayor Donald R. Grebien This past year was difficult for all of us amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Our community partners, businesses, and residents showed their resilience and willingness to help others. As we turn the page onto a new year, we are thankful for all of the tireless frontline healthcare workers, our brave public […]Read More

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USPS Will Issue New 2021 Stamps for Price Change

Additional ounce, Priority Mail and Postcard Stamps Available Jan. 24 WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Postal Service will release three new stamps as part of 2021 price change: Barns, a 36-cent postcard stamp; Brush Rabbit, a 20-cent additional ounce stamp; and Castillo de San Marcos, a $7.95 Priority Mail stamp. The stamps will be available […]Read More

LPR News Politics

Langevin Condemns Trump Call Pressuring Georgia Officials to Overturn Election

WASHINGTON – Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI) today issued the following statement regarding the recently released phone call recording in which President Donald Trump attempts to pressure Georgia election officials to overturn the Presidential election results in his favor: “In his quest to keep power, President Trump has demonstrated that he knows no ethical boundaries as he […]Read More

Education LPR News

High School Winter Sports to Follow Safety Guidance

Following the health and safety guidelines outlined by the Rhode Island Interscholastic League, the State of Rhode Island and the Centers for Disease Control, Providence Public Schools will offer high school sports in basketball, track and field, swimming and gymnastics this winter. Sign-ups and practices begin the week of January 4.  “Providence Public School District […]Read More

Health LPR News

US Passes 350,000 COVID-19 Deaths

The United States has passed the milestone of 350,000 COVID-19 deaths, according to Johns Hopkins University data, even as vaccinations against the coronavirus-caused disease get off to a slow start. As countries around the world tighten lockdowns, impose curfews, ban large get-togethers and even halt alcohol sales to tackle a surge in coronavirus cases, officials […]Read More