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RIPTA’s Winter Service Changes To Take Effect Saturday, January 13, 2024
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RIPTA’s Winter Service Changes To Take Effect Saturday, January 13,

LPR News January 9, 2024

Providence, Rhode Island, January 8, 2024 — The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will implement winter service changes effective Saturday, January 13, 2024. RIPTA makes regular service adjustments three times a year in response to seasonal changes and/or passenger use. RIPTA will make minor changes to Routes R-Line, 17, 23, 27, 28, 31, 40, 55, […]Read More

Plans underway as Rhode Island Energy prepares for another winter storm
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Plans underway as Rhode Island Energy prepares for another winter

LPR News January 9, 2024

Company secures additional line and forestry workers to assist with restoration efforts; encourages customers to stay connected and be prepared for potential outages. PROVIDENCE, RI (January 9, 2024) – Rhode Island Energy (RIE) has been closely monitoring the forecasts for yet another severe wind and rain storm, which will arrive in New England later today. Current models indicate […]Read More

Over 600 Scouts Learn New Skills from Experts at the 20th Annual Merit Badge College
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Over 600 Scouts Learn New Skills from Experts at the

LPR News January 9, 2024

Providence, RI – Over 600 Scouts from across New England gathered at Rhode Island College for the 20th annual Merit Badge College on Saturday, January 6th. Hosted by the Narraganset Council, the Merit Badge College offers Scouts from across the region a chance to learn new skills and complete requirements for badges and advancement. Scouts had the […]Read More

Mayor Brett Smiley and Colonel Oscar Perez Announce Promotion of Timothy O’Hara to Commander of Providence Police Department
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Mayor Brett Smiley and Colonel Oscar Perez Announce Promotion of

LPR News January 9, 2024

PROVIDENCE, RI— Mayor Brett P. Smiley and Providence Police Chief Colonel Oscar L. Perez today announced the promotion of Timothy O’Hara to Commander of the Providence Police Department.    O’Hara has served the Providence Police Department for 28 years, most recently serving as Major and overseeing the Administration Division. O’Hara has had several supervisory roles […]Read More

Governor McKee Announces Extension for SBA Business Recovery Center in East Providence
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Governor McKee Announces Extension for SBA Business Recovery Center in

LPR News January 9, 2024

Business Recovery Center at Weaver Library will now remain open through at least January 26  PROVIDENCE, RI – Today, Governor Dan McKee announced an extension of the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Business Recovery Center in East Providence through at least January 26, 2024. The extension will allow businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge construction additional […]Read More

Governor McKee’s Request for Disaster Declaration Relief Approved by President Biden
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Governor McKee’s Request for Disaster Declaration Relief Approved by President

LPR News January 9, 2024

Approval makes federal funds available for impacted families, businesses in Providence County PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee announced today that President Joseph Biden has approved federal disaster assistance for Providence County, Rhode Island to support those impacted by the storms that included severe flooding and tornadoes between from September 10-13, 2023. President Biden’s action makes […]Read More

Pawtucket Veteran Receives 30,000 Christmas Cards
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Pawtucket Veteran Receives 30,000 Christmas Cards

LPR News January 7, 2024

Pawtucket highlights the heartwarming story of 96-year-old resident “Grandpa George,” whose holiday spirit captivated the internet when his granddaughter’s plea for Christmas cards went viral in November. The tradition, started by George Dowling after his wife’s passing, became a community sensation, helping him navigate the holidays. This year’s unprecedented response has seen Grandpa George receive […]Read More

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