On Thursday, August 17, the Foundation celebrated the graduation of the second cohort of its Equity Leadership Initiative (ELI), and welcomed a new class of 38 members to participate in the leadership program. A reflection of the Foundation’s core commitment to advance diversity, equity, inclusion, and access in all its activities, ELI aims to build a pipeline of leaders of color […]Read More
It was an honor to deliver the following keynote address at the 76th annual reading of the George Washington Letter at Touro Synagogue in Newport, RI. By David N. Cicilline | August 20, 2023 Good afternoon. It’s wonderful to see so many friends here today, from every part of Rhode Island, and from the extended […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI –Carmen Díaz-Jusino has been appointed Strategic Initiative Officer at the Rhode Island Foundation, where she will be responsible for directing the Foundation’s activities and grantmaking for economic security. “Carmen’s diverse experience in small business development and her job training make her a natural to lead our strategic priority of economic security,” said […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – State Senator Samuel Zurier (SD3 East Side of Providence) today announced his support and endorsement of Sandra Cano in the race for Congressional District One. Zurier joins his fellow East Side progressive leaders State Representative Edith Ajello, State Representative Rebecca Kislak, former State Senator Gayle Goldin, and State Senator Meghan Kallman, who represents […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI– PVDFest today announced that dozens of independent artisans and makers curated by some of Providence’s favorite market managers will join this year’s festival for a weekend of shopping and community experiences along the Providence River. “Providence is known around the country for its makers, designers and innovators,” said Mayor Brett P. Smiley. “I […]Read More
CRASNTON, RI – August 23, 2023: Cranston Mayor Kenneth J. Hopkins today expressed excitement and support for the pending formal announcement of Costco coming to Cranston. “After many months of speculation, discussions, and development meetings, I am pleased that the formal steps will be rolled out that will soon lead to the establishment of a […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI –Over the last several years, police departments across the state and country have encountered difficulties with recruiting new police officers. Contrary to the trend, the East Providence Police Department has found success in recruiting officers to join the rank and file over the last 18 months all while facing retirements and other staffing […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation (RIHEBC) closed on a $93,520,000 bond issue to finance the construction, furnishing, and equipping of a new 123,844 square-foot high school in the City of Central Falls at the corner of Lonsdale Avenue and Higginson Avenue. The new high school will replace the existing Central Falls High […]Read More
CENTRAL FALLS, RI – On Friday, August 25, the City of Central Falls is kicking off the first day of its 2023 Central Falls Restaurant Week, while hosting the final Salsa Night of the season, one of the city’s most popular and beloved events that draws hundreds of residents and visitors alike to the Roosevelt […]Read More
PAWTUCKET, RI – On the birthday of her daughter and first child, Arianna Hallel, State Senator Sandra Cano, a Democrat running for U.S. Congress, today released her final television ad, titled “Elect a Mom”. The ad features women of all ages highlighting what needs to be done in Congress. The ad begins with eleven-year-old, Ruby, […]Read More
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