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Providence Police make apprehension in 2023 June Street Homicide

Following investigation, Providence Police Detectives apprehended Nathan Rodriguez (DOB 7/1/2001) for the drive by shooting/murder of Jhensen Baldayac, age 34, which occurred on August 3, 2023 on June Street.  Rodriguez was charged with murder, two counts of assault with a deadly weapon (ADW), conspiracy and other firearm related charges. During this incident, two additional individuals […]Read More

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Providence Public Schools, Announces Graduation Ceremonies Schedule for Class of

Congratulations, Seniors You Did It! PROVIDENCE, RI – Mark your calendars for the celebrations! The Providence Public School District (PPSD) is thrilled to announce the graduation schedule for the Class of 2024! Ceremonies will be held for all PPSD high schools starting Tuesday, June 11 and ending Wednesday, June 18 at Veterans Memorial Auditorium at 1 Ave […]Read More

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U.S. Department of Education Names Providence’s D’Abate and Spaziano Elementary

PROVIDENCE, RI –  The Providence Public School District (PPSD) is proud to share the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) announced Friday that five Rhode Island school communities have been designated as 2024 Green Ribbon awardees by the U.S. Department of Education, including two PPSD schools: William D’Abate Elementary School and Frank D. Spaziano Elementary […]Read More

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Noting That Public Safety Shouldn’t be Compromised to Save a

Citing a layered approach to keeping public informed during emergencies and internet and cellular blackouts, 60 U.S. Senators support bipartisan bill to bolster U.S. emergency communication infrastructure by keeping AM radios standard in cars until a reliable alternative with similar reach and resiliency can replace ‘old school’ AM WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to ensure […]Read More

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During Fair Housing Month, Magaziner Cosponsors Legislation in Support of

WASHINGTON, D.C. — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) issued a statement commemorating April as Fair Housing month and reaffirming his commitment to ending the housing crisis in Rhode Island and across the country. “Every Rhode Islander deserves to have a safe, affordable place they can call home,” said Rep. Magaziner. “As we mark Fair Housing Month, I’m fighting to make […]Read More