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Abt Associates Chosen by McKee Administration to Develop Statewide Housing

Forthcoming plans will provide essential guidance for future housing policy and resource investments. PROVIDENCE – In an important step toward more holistically addressing the state’s housing challenges, the Rhode Island Department of Housing today announced that Abt Associates has been selected as the vendor to support the development of statewide housing plans that will describe […]Read More

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Reed & Whitehouse Secure $500K to Strengthen RI Childcare Facilities

PROVIDENCE, RI – Research shows that high-quality, affordable child care is a significant factor in family well-being and economic stability. And high-quality child care programs in safe, quality facilities that are staffed with skilled educators are a critical part of the state’s early learning system, helping children learn and develop skills necessary to succeed in school […]Read More

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Design Week RI Starts on September 18, 2023

The 10th annual DESIGN WEEK RI presents 5+ days celebrating design.  Starting September 18th, and running through September 23rd. Celebrate the 10th Annual DESIGN WEEK RI with over 30 events statewide. DESIGN WEEK RI is a program instituted by DESIGNxRI, in partnership with hosts, sponsors, and partners all across Rhode Island. The packed schedule includes talks, tours, workshops, exhibitions […]Read More

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Mayor Smiley, FirstWorks Build Excitement for Full Weekend of PVDFest

PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Director of Art, Culture, Tourism Joe Wilson Jr., PVDFest Producing Partner and FirstWorks Executive Artistic Director Kathleen Pletcher, City Council President Rachel Miller, PVDFest partners, artists, and sponsors today gathered in celebration ahead of the City’s ninth annual PVDFest, happening this weekend, September 8-10, at the 195 […]Read More

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Skypath Security Inc. Partners with the City of Pawtucket, Rhode

East Greenwich/ Pawtucket, RI –  Skypath Security Inc., a leading provider of advanced security solutions, is proud to announce its partnership with the City of Pawtucket, Rhode Island, to deploy its Innovative Mobile Defense Platform™. This innovative technology, built on a military-grade platform, protects the children in Pawtucket’s schools and ensure the safety of people in […]Read More

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Governor McKee Highlights Child Care Assistance for Eligible College Students

Child Care Assistance Program (CCAP) helps make quality child care accessible and affordable PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today joined the Executive Office of Health and Human Services Secretary and Chair of the Children’s Cabinet Richard Charest, Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) Interim President Dr. Rosemary Costigan, and Department of Human Services Director Kimberly Merolla-Brito […]Read More