Members of Kent Hospital’s Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) Council participated in a landscaping beautification project outside of the hospital’s main entrance on Tuesday, May 21, 2024. The project included placing several dozen plants along the drive lanes that welcome visitors to the hospital. DEI council members were joined by Kevin Martins, Ed.D., Vice […]Read More
Celebrating AAPI Month in Pawtucket and the story of Tow Fong, a beloved resident and entrepreneur, who hosted a Chinese New Year celebration in 1901. The event, attended by both the local Chinese community and dignitaries, reflected an embrace and appreciation of AAPI cultures in Pawtucket over a century ago. Read More
Last week, Mayor Grebien has issued a proclamation for the City of Pawtucket, which declares Lupus World Day on May 10th in recognition of Lupus Awareness Month. Join us in raising awareness about the impact of lupus and advocating for increased support for research and care for those affected. Mayor Grebien was thrilled to attend […]Read More
28 Providence Grantees to Receive Funding for Arts and Community Programs PROVIDENCE, RI— Mayor Brett P. Smiley and the Providence Department of Art, Culture and Tourism today announced the first round of 2025 Project Fund awardees, delivering $82,500 to 28 artists and organizations that enrich Providence’s cultural landscape and foster community engagement throughout the city. […]Read More
WASHINGTON, DC – Congressmen Gabe Amo (D-RI-01), Garret Graves (R-LA-06), and Seth Moulton (D-MA-06) introduced a resolution to establish “Vets Get Outside Day” to support veterans struggling with mental health challenges. Nearly 460,000 veterans were diagnosed with traumatic brain injuries between 2020 and 2022, and there were 6,146 veteran suicide deaths in 2020. U.S. Senators Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), Angus King (I-ME), […]Read More
PAWTUCKET, RI – Today, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced the winner of the 2024 Congressional Art Competition for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District — Burnout (Self-Portrait) by Vivian Wen. A tenth-grade Advanced Placement (AP) Art student at Barrington High School, Ms. Wen’s submission was selected by a panel of three local judges out of all the artwork received. Complimentary tickets […]Read More
We’re excited to share our 2023 Annual Report and hope that you find it to be a useful reflection on a year of transition, future planning, and impressive growth and impact. As you’ll see throughout its pages, the team at the Foundation ably balanced effective grantmaking, inspiring philanthropy, and listening and learning from the Rhode […]Read More
Funding announced for more than 1,000 homes When combined with developments previously funded by State Fiscal Recovery funds, these awards will finance more than 2,600 homes PROVIDENCE, RI – Today Governor Dan McKee, the Department of Housing, and RIHousing announced the approval of over $102 million in funding awards for housing construction, preservation, and operating costs […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee announced today his nomination of Mindy Penney to serve on the I-195 Redevelopment District Commission. “Mindy is a proven innovator and entrepreneur. Her insight and expertise will be invaluable in helping us develop economic opportunities for Rhode Island,” said Governor Dan McKee. “I look forward to working with Mindy and the rest […]Read More
T.F. Green International Airport is excited to announce the start of new nonstop service to San Juan, Puerto Rico on JetBlue! Beginning October 28, PVD will offer daily service to the beautiful Caribbean island, with an opportunity to visit numerous other Caribbean destinations. Your fall vacation options are endless. Book your flight now on www.jetblue.com. […]Read More
© LPR Noticias. All right reserved. Web design by Capa7