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Victims’ Grove Ceremony on Wednesday, April 24th NATIONAL CRIME VICTIMS’

PROVIDENCE, RI – April 24, 2024 – National Crime Victims’ Rights Week is April 21-27, 2024. Family Service of Rhode Island (FSRI) is commemorating this important awareness week by hosting our annual Victims’ Grove Ceremony on Wednesday, April 24, 2024 from 12:30 pm – 1:30 pm.   In 2022, there were nearly 20 million crime victimizations in the United States. More than 6.6 […]Read More

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Mayor Hopkins Announces Cranston’s Participation in Community Septic System Loan

CRANSTON – Mayor Ken Hopkins announced the introduction of the Community Septic System Loan Program in the city. This program was developed in partnership with the Rhode Island Infrastructure Bank and the Rhode Island Housing. The Community Septic System Loan Program makes interest free loans available to property owners who are required to repair or […]Read More

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Pawtucket Announces New Round of Grants Supporting Arts Programming and

PAWTUCKET – The City of Pawtucket is proud to announce the availability of arts grants to support and expand arts and cultural activities in the City, and to assist with operational costs for 501(c)(3) art organizations. The Pawtucket Arts Organizational Grant program makes funds available to art-related 501(c)(3) organizations based in Pawtucket, specifically to assist with […]Read More

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On Earth Day, RI Delegation Delivers $49.3M for Cost-Saving Clean

$49,330,000 in federal funds for Rhode Island EASE programs through the EPA’s Solar for All Program will help unlock millions in long-term energy savings for RI households  WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to make clean energy upgrades accessible to more Rhode Islanders, U.S. Senators Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse and Congressmen Seth Magaziner and Gabe […]Read More

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Citizens and UNCF team up to award $50,000 in scholarships

PROVIDENCE, R.I., (April 22, 2024) –Citizens and the United Negro College Fund (UNCF) announced today the establishment of the first-ever “Citizens Helping Citizens” Scholarship to build accessible pathways, while providing opportunities of cultural awareness, understanding, and leadership nationally for high school students who are pursing postsecondary education.   The program provides $50,000 in scholarship to 10 […]Read More

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Updates to Guidelines and Pricing for the Grotto Ave Transfer

The City is pleased to announce the latest updates regarding the guidelines and pricing for the Grotto Ave Transfer Station. Residents are encouraged to review the revised information, which includes updated details on Curbside Collection services and alternative waste disposal options. All information is also available on the City’s Public Works Department page. Stay informed […]Read More