SWANSEA — Chief Marc Haslam is pleased to announce that three members of the Swansea Police Department were promoted during a ceremony last week. On Tuesday, Sept. 28, Sgt. John Souza, Sgt. Keith Chomka and Sgt. Kyle Stone were each sworn into their new rank during a pinning ceremony at the Swansea Board of Selectman’s […]Read More
Narragansett, R.I. – Tuesday 7/13/2021 –This Friday, July 16, 2021 from 5pm to 7pm, George’s of Galilee will be unveiling the new Charlie O’s Tiki Tavern. Charlie Samaras, known as Charlie O, is very excited to resurrect the charm and hospitality that he brought to Charlie O’s when he first purchased it in 1990. “I […]Read More
Governor McKee, RIDOH, RIDOT Announce Public Drive-through COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
PROVIDENCE, RI – In an effort to reach anyone who has not yet received the COVID-19 vaccine, Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Department of Health, and the Rhode Island Department of Transportation are offering a public drive-through vaccination clinic on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. beginning on Saturday, July 10 at the Wickford […]Read More
Governor McKee, Executive Office of Commerce, Rhode Island Department of
Vaccine Incentive Program Will Provide $10k Awards to RI Non-Profits PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Commerce Department, Rhode Island Department of Health, and the Rhode Island Foundation today announced the joint establishment of the COVID-19 Vaccination Incentive Fund. The purpose of the fund and related challenge are to simultaneously incentivize COVID-19 […]Read More
MacColl YMCA Partners with Providence Pirates to Host Basketball Camps
Lincoln, RI (July 6, 2021) – The MacColl YMCA is excited to announce that they have partnered with the Providence Pirates to offer basketball camps and clinics throughout the summer. With something for all ages, this is a unique opportunity to learn skills from members of a Semi-Pro basketball team. The Y basketball staff will […]Read More
Senate passes Cano bill which protects minority-owned businesses seeking state
STATE HOUSE – The Senate tonight passed legislation (2021-S 0549A) sponsored by Sen. Sandra Cano (D-Dist. 8, Pawtucket) which prohibits the waiving of rules and regulations relating to minority-owned businesses involved with state contracts during periods such as a declared state of emergency. “It is indisputable that the COVID-19 pandemic and the accompanying effects of […]Read More
General Assembly passes Rep. Biah and Sen. Quezada’s legislation that
STATE HOUSE – The General Assembly tonight passed Rep. Nathan W. Biah and Sen. Ana B. Quezada’s legislation (2021-H 5829A / 2021-S 0991) which would streamline the English as a second language (ESL) and/or English language learner (ELL) teaching certification process. The purpose of the legislation is to increase the number and percentage of teachers in the […]Read More
General Assembly passes Rep. Williams’ bill that establishes African American
STATE HOUSE – The General Assembly tonight passed Rep. Anastasia P. Williams’ (D-Dist. 9, Providence) legislation (2021-H 5697aa) that would incorporate African heritage history education in all Rhode Island elementary and secondary schools. The goal is for all students to receive instruction on African heritage history in order to have a more comprehensive understanding of […]Read More
General Assembly OKs Diaz legislation that would grant immigrants in-state
STATE HOUSE — The General Assembly today approved legislation introduced by Rep. Grace Diaz (D-Dist. 11, Providence) that would grant in-state tuition rates to all Rhode Islanders, regardless of immigration status. The Student Success Act (2021-H 5238) would identify those students who are exempt from paying nonresident tuition at public universities, colleges or community colleges. “This […]Read More
Cicilline Successfully Fights for Nearly $20 Million in New Funding
INVEST in America Act creates millions of full-time, good-paying jobs modernizing, rebuilding roads, bridges, transit, rail, and water systems WASHINGTON – Congressman David N. Cicilline (RI-01) successfully fought for federal resources for four Rhode Island infrastructure projects in the INVEST in America Act, which the House passed today. “I’m proud to have secured nearly $20 […]Read More
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