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Rhode Islanders deserve to know about Vic Mellor’s connection to Communist Cuba
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Rhode Islanders deserve to know about Vic Mellor’s connection to

LPR News July 3, 2026

Chairman Allyn Meyers released the following statement:   “I am deeply concerned by reports that Vic Mellor registered as a foreign agent for the communist regime of Cuba. Members of Congress are prohibited, under threat of criminal penalty, from acting as foreign agents subject to FARA registration for any nation, let alone a criminal communist […]Read More

Whitehouse Calls for Investigation into DOJ’s Avoidance of Accountability for Misconduct in Rhode Island Hospital Case
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Whitehouse Calls for Investigation into DOJ’s Avoidance of Accountability for

LPR News July 3, 2026

New letter questions why Civil Division was allowed to investigate its own lawyers – typically the role of the independent OPR Conflict arose after Rhode Island Hospital was subpoenaed for providing gender-affirming care Washington, D.C. – U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI), Ranking Member of the Senate Judiciary Courts Subcommittee, sent a letter to Acting Inspector General William Blier […]Read More

McKee Administration Launches $5.2 Million Municipal Neighborhood Revitalization Program to Transform Blighted Properties into New Housing
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McKee Administration Launches $5.2 Million Municipal Neighborhood Revitalization Program to

LPR News July 3, 2026

New bond-funded Housing 2030 initiative will help municipalities revitalize neighborhoods, eliminate blight, and create mixed-use developments with new affordable housing PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Executive Office of Housing today announced the launch of the Housing 2030 Municipal Neighborhood Revitalization Program, making $5.2 million in voter-approved 2024 housing bond funding available to municipalities, […]Read More

Mayor Brett Smiley Announces Expanded Cooling Activities Throughout Providence for Fourth of July Weekend and Beyond
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Mayor Brett Smiley Announces Expanded Cooling Activities Throughout Providence for

LPR News July 3, 2026

City partners with Providence Children’s Museum, Roger Williams Parks Zoo and local institutions to help residents and visitors stay safe during historic heat wave PROVIDENCE, RI — Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Executive Director of Providence Children’s Museum, Caroline Payson today announced expanded cooling activities and spaces across Providence ahead of the Fourth of July weekend, as extreme heat is expected to impact Providence. City departments, community partners local organizations and businesses are […]Read More

Reed Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary
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Reed Celebrates America’s 250th Anniversary

LPR News July 3, 2026

With joy, gratitude, & pride, RIers get set to celebrate nation’s independence and 250th birthday with patriotic festivities   PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, in honor of America’s semiquincentennial on July 4, U.S. Senator Jack Reed issued the following statement:   “Happy 4th of July and happy 250th anniversary, America!   “In the summer of 1776, over […]Read More

A Message From Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien
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A Message From Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien

LPR News July 3, 2026

As we continue our Summer of Celebration, I invite everyone to join us for another exciting weekend filled with community, culture, and Fourth of July festivities right here in Pawtucket. Our international soccer watch parties have quickly become one of the most popular events of the summer, bringing neighbors, families, and fans together to celebrate the […]Read More

Amo Statement on Passage of Landmark Bipartisan Housing Affordability Bill
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Amo Statement on Passage of Landmark Bipartisan Housing Affordability Bill

LPR News June 24, 2026

Washington, DC – TODAY, Congressman Gabe Amo (D-RI-01) issued the following statement after voting for the bipartisan 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act: “Every Rhode Islander deserves a safe, affordable place to live. But right now, the cost of housing is too high.  The 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act is a critical step toward lowering housing […]Read More

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