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City Finance Director Thomas Zidelis Resigns

Cranston, RI — Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins announced today that Finance Director Thomas Zidelis has submitted his resignation effective end of day Friday, March 6, 2026. Mr. Zidelis came to Cranston in October 2022 following a distinguished career serving in many capacities, including Chief Financial Officer with the City of Worcester, Massachusetts.  Mayor Hopkins expressed appreciation […]Read More

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Attorney General Peter Neronha Endorses Foulkes for Governor

Providence, RI —  Today, Attorney General Peter Neronha endorsed Helena Buonanno Foulkes for Governor of Rhode Island. “Throughout my career, I have had the honor of serving the people of Rhode Island in courtrooms across our state and in executive leadership roles as your Attorney General and United States Attorney. I know what it takes to […]Read More

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Statement from Rep. Seth Magaziner, Member of House Committee on

“Over the past year, under Kristi Noem’s tenure, the Department of Homeland Security has plunged into disfunction. ICE agents have terrorized American cities and killed two American citizens in broad daylight without accountability. Rather than focus on people with criminal records, Noem has deported veterans, children with cancer, pregnant women, and countless others who posed […]Read More

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Attorney General Neronha, coalition sue Trump Administration to stop latest

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today joined a coalition of 22 attorneys general and two governors in filing a lawsuit to block President Trump’s latest efforts to impose illegal tariffs on American consumers and businesses. The case challenges President Trump’s most recent efforts to increase tariffs worldwide without congressional approval. “Like most […]Read More

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Mayor Brett Smiley Announces Return of EAT, PLAY, LEARN PVD

Providence families encouraged to learn more and sign up for summer programs at Summer Opportunities Fair, March 28 at Providence Career & Technical Academy PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley was joined today by City Council President Pro Tempore Juan M. Pichardo, Providence Public Schools Superintendent Javier Montañez, Providence Parks Department Superintendent Wendy Nilsson, Director of Recreation Sean Holley and community partners […]Read More

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Councilors to Consider Final Passages of Ordinances Updating Design Standards

Providence, RI – On Thursday, March 5th, at 6 p.m., the Providence City Council will convene in the Council Chamber on the third floor of City Hall. Press and the public are invited to attend. After receiving first passage at the previous council meeting, councilors will consider an ordinance amendment regulating building design standards. These updates reflect […]Read More

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Attorney General Neronha publishes comprehensive report on child sexual abuse

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today published the Office’s Report on Child Sexual Abuse in the Diocese of Providence. The report, which describes the Diocese’s handling of decades of clergy abuse, is the result of a yearslong investigation by the Office of the Attorney General, with assistance from the Rhode Island State Police. The […]Read More

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Governor McKee, First Lady Open Spring 2026 Litter-Free Rhode Island

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee, First Lady Susan McKee, and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (RIDEM) announced that applications are now open for the newest round of microgrants to support Spring 2026 cleanups through the First Lady’s Litter-Free Rhode Island program. This round of grant funding will prioritize projects and cleanups […]Read More