Survey examines Rhode Islanders’ perceptions of barriers to health and well-being and assesses health inequities in diverse communities PROVIDENCE, RI (Feb. 26, 2023) – Beginning in early March, Rhode Islanders will once again be asked at random to participate in an annual telephone survey for the RI Life Index. Now entering its 6th year, the Index captures Rhode Islanders’ […]Read More
RI Department of State Reminds Voters of Upcoming Registration, Disaffiliation
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today reminding eligible voters of important deadlines for the Presidential Preference Primary being held on April 2, 2024. The deadline for individuals to be registered to vote to participate in the Presidential Preference Primary is March 3, 2024. […]Read More
STATE HOUSE — The House of Representatives will observe the 180th anniversary of the independence of the Dominican Republic during its session tomorrow, Feb. 27. Rep. Grace Diaz (D-Dist. 11, Providence) will lead the celebration by sponsoring a resolution commemorating the anniversary of the Dominican Republic’s independence from Haiti, which took place on Feb. 27, 1844. […]Read More
On Friday, February 23, 2024, at 4:15 PM, members of the Rhode Island State Police Scituate Barracks arrested Eneye Ayeni, age 24, of 15 Slater Street, Pawtucket, Rhode Island, on an Affidavit and Arrest Warrant for Driving so as to Endanger, Resulting in Physical Injury. The arrest was the result of the follow-up investigation of […]Read More
MARCH KIDS ACTIVITIES AT EAST PROVIDENCE LIBRARIES
Spring Crafternoon Monday, Mar. 4, 3:45pm at Weaver Library All ages In this monthly program, use recycled materials to create original art. Look for new materials each month! This month: Make hand print flower bouquets for spring! Tuesday Tech Demos at the Fuller Creative Learning Center Tuesday, Mar. 5, 4pm (Ages 5+): Bedazzling Machine […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Feb. 20, 2024) – Doris De Los Santos, director of supplier diversity at Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI), has been named the company’s 2023 BlueAngel of the Year. She was nominated by her peers in recognition of her dedication to the company’s commitment to community investment. In 2023, De Los […]Read More
BCBSRI gives $648K in 2024 community grants to programs focused
PROVIDENCE, RI — Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has once again committed its annual BlueAngel Community Health Grant program to addressing housing-related health inequities, awarding $648,000 in 2024 to initiatives led by 10 area non-profit social service organizations. This is the fifth consecutive year that the grants, established in 2002, have focused on […]Read More
On Monday, February 26, 2024, at 4:56 AM, members of the Rhode Island State Police Hope Valley Barracks responded to calls for a multi-vehicle crash on Route 95 North, just south of Exit 9 in the Town of Exeter. The initial investigation revealed that a tractor-trailer was traveling in the middle lane of Route 95 […]Read More
Thanos’ appointment rounds out the Board PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee today announced the appointment of Dr. Chris Thanos to serve on the Rhode Island Life Science Hub Board. This appointment completes the board and fulfills the statutory requirement that the Governor appoint a senior executive of a Rhode Island-based life science company […]Read More