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Pawtucket Veteran Receives 30,000 Christmas Cards

Pawtucket highlights the heartwarming story of 96-year-old resident “Grandpa George,” whose holiday spirit captivated the internet when his granddaughter’s plea for Christmas cards went viral in November. The tradition, started by George Dowling after his wife’s passing, became a community sensation, helping him navigate the holidays. This year’s unprecedented response has seen Grandpa George receive […]Read More

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Rhode Island is Ready: Governor McKee Outlines State’s Storm Preparedness

PROVIDENCE, RI – Rhode Island is fully prepared to respond to the first significant winter storm of the season that is expected to impact the state this weekend. Today, Governor Dan McKee provided an update on his Administration’s preparedness efforts. A winter storm watch is in effect from Saturday afternoon through Sunday night. The latest models […]Read More

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CITY OF PAWTUCKET ANNOUNCES WARMING CENTERS FOR 2024 WINTER SEASON

PAWTUCKET – Due to the impending storm this weekend, the City of Pawtucket would like to remind residents of the available warming centers throughout the community.  The following local buildings will be open to the public during the times listed below: Open Doors Shelter 1139 Main Street 24 hours a day Pawtucket Police Department Headquarters Lobby […]Read More

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Mayor Brett Smiley Celebrates Year One Accomplishments

PROVIDENCE, RI – Today officially marks the first complete year of the Smiley Administration. Since taking office last January, the Smiley Administration has prioritized creating improvements to city services, public safety, housing and climate resiliency that have had tangible impacts on the quality-of-life of residents.    “I am incredibly proud of the progress we’ve made […]Read More

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Governor McKee Highlights Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources 2023

PROVIDENCE, RI – In 2023, the Office of Energy Resources (OER) made significant progress toward achieving the objectives outlined Rhode Island’s Act on Climate. OER has been focused on creating programs and policies that respond to Rhode Island’s evolving energy needs and growing the state’s clean energy economy. “Our team at OER is continuing to make […]Read More

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McKee Highlights 2023 Quonset Accomplishments

New Construction, Port of Davisville Investments, and Offshore Wind Development  PROVIDENCE, RI – Momentum at Quonset continued throughout 2023. Within the Business Park, work began on over 465,000 square feet of new construction, representing over $361 million in private investment. “With over 13,000 jobs at more than 225 companies Quonset is the leading engine of job […]Read More