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Mayor Brett Smiley Unveils Providence’s Impact Mitigation Response for the

Infrastructure Changes to Reduce Traffic, Improve Safety and Support Neighbors and Local Businesses PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced Providence’s comprehensive impact mitigation plan to reduce traffic, improve safety, prevent additional damage to local streets and alleviate the burden the Washington Bridge closure is having on our neighbors and local businesses. The […]Read More

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Reed & Magaziner Deliver $707,000 to Upgrade Coventry Police Equipment

COVENTRY, RI – Modern police cars, radios, computers, and technology infrastructure are critical tools to help local police departments keep residents safe and communities secure during an emergency. The Coventry Police Department is slated to receive $707,000 in federal funding secured by U.S. Senator Jack Reed and U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) to help the town […]Read More

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Linda E. Hurley to Receive National Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award

National Council for Mental Wellbeing to Recognize Hurley During NatCon24, April 15-17 Cranston, R.I. (April 2, 2023) — The National Council for Mental Wellbeing will present Linda E. Hurley with its Lifetime Achievement Award in recognition of her distinguished career. The National Council’s Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals for their tireless efforts to improve the lives of […]Read More

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Girl Scouts Donate Cookies to Women & Infants Hospital

The Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England donated boxes of cookies to Women & Infants Hospital, which were distributed to staff. This is part of the Girl Scouts’ “Cookie Share Program”. Through the program, customers can purchase cookies from a Girl Scout and designate boxes to be donated to local non-profits. These organizations include local military, […]Read More

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Healthcare Study Highlights Challenges Faced by Hospitals in Rhode Island

Providence, R.I. — A new comprehensive study by the Rhode Island Foundation examining the financial structure of hospitals in Rhode Island revealed significant disparities in reimbursement rates. Specifically, it found that the average inpatient reimbursement from private insurers is 20% greater in Massachusetts and Connecticut compared to Rhode Island, while outpatient reimbursement in Connecticut is 40% […]Read More