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West Warwick man charged with domestic assault and firearms charges

An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that a West Warwick man has been charged in Kent County Superior Court with several domestic assault and firearms charges following his arrest on September 18, 2023 […]Read More

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RI Cherry Blossom Princess Announcement and Crowning Ceremony with Gov.

Alexandria Evers Named 2024 Rhode Island Cherry Blossom Princess Delegate Crowning Ceremony On March 20th Blackstone Valley Tourism Council, the State Society of Rhode Island, and the Rhode Island Japan American Society are pleased to announce that Cumberland native, Alexandria Evers is the 2024 Rhode Island Cherry Blossom Princess and will represent our state at […]Read More

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Presidential Trade and Investment Mission: Partnering with the U.S. Private

MANILA, Philippines – From March 11-12, U.S. Secretary of Commerce Gina Raimondo led a delegation of senior executives from 22 prominent U.S. businesses and non-profit organizations on a first-of-its-kind Presidential Trade and Investment Mission to the Philippines. The Mission delivers on President Biden’s commitment during Philippine President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr.’s May 2023 visit to Washington, […]Read More

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City of Providence Announces 2024 PVDFest Dates

Creative Capital’s Signature Event Returns Downtown September 2024 PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced that PVDFest will take place on September 6-7, 2024, transforming downtown Providence into a bustling hub of artistic expression, live music, food and more. In partnership with FirstWorks, the signature event welcomes thousands of attendees of all ages to […]Read More

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Rep. Magaziner to Hold Press Conference Announcing Federal Funding Secured

WARWICK, R.I. — On Thursday, March 14, 2024, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) will hold a press conference celebrating $344,000 in federal funding he secured for the Cranston Police Department to upgrade their K-9 vehicle fleet.   The patrol canines assist Cranston Police Department patrol officers in search and rescue operations of missing persons – including individuals with Alzheimer’s […]Read More

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Mayor Donald R. Grebien Announces Reelection Campaign

PAWTUCKET – Yesterday, March 11, 2024, Pawtucket Mayor Donald R. Grebien announced his Reelection Campaign. The speaking program included remarks from Pawtucket City Council President Terrence Mercer, Governor Dan McKee, RIFC Head Coach Khano Smith, Director of Project Health Cape Verde Elizabeth Moreira, and former and current Tolman High School students, Fatmata “Binta” Barrie and Justin […]Read More

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Mayor Smiley to Sign Law Requiring All City-Owned Buildings to

PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley will join Councilor Sue AnderBois, Director of Sustainability Priscilla De La Cruz, Secretary-Treasurer of Rhode Island AFL-CLO Patrick Crowley and Executive Director of Climate Jobs Rhode Island Mike Roles tomorrow to officially sign the Energy Efficiency and Carbon Neutral Goals for Municipal Buildings ordinance. This ordinance marks Providence’s commitment […]Read More