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City of Pawtucket Launches Online Licensing Process for Special Events
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City of Pawtucket Launches Online Licensing Process for Special Events

LPR News July 1, 2024

PAWTUCKET – The City of Pawtucket is excited to announce the launch of a new, fully online licensing process for businesses and special event permits. This system aims to simplify the application procedure, making it more efficient and accessible for event organizers and businesses alike. Mayor Donald Grebien emphasized the benefits of the new process, […]Read More

Hirono, Murray, Reed, Whitehouse, Pocan, Scott Introduce Bill to Double Pell Grant, Make College More Affordable
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Hirono, Murray, Reed, Whitehouse, Pocan, Scott Introduce Bill to Double

LPR News June 20, 2024

The Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act permanently indexes Pell Grants to inflation, increasing their purchasing power WASHINGTON, DC – Today, U.S. Senators Mazie K. Hirono (D-HI), Patty Murray (D-WA), Jack Reed (D-RI), and Sheldon Whitehouse (D-RI) and Representatives Mark Pocan (D-WI) and Robert C. “Bobby” Scott (D-VA) introduced the Pell Grant Preservation and Expansion Act of […]Read More

Magaziner Hosts Roundtable with Reps. Underwood, Amo, SEIU Nurses on State of U.S. Healthcare System
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Magaziner Hosts Roundtable with Reps. Underwood, Amo, SEIU Nurses on

LPR News June 20, 2024

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) held a roundtable discussion on the state of the U.S. healthcare system with Rep. Lauren Underwood (IL-14), a registered nurse, member of Democratic leadership, and the co-founder and co-chair of the Black Maternal Health Caucus and Rep. Gabe Amo (RI-01). The Members of Congress were joined by nurses represented by SEIU Local […]Read More

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AAA: Nearly 71 Million People Expected to Travel During July

LPR News June 20, 2024

This year’s extended Independence Day forecast exceeds pre-pandemic numbers, setting a record PROVIDENCE, R.I., June 20, 2024 – AAA projects 70.9 million travelers will head 50 miles or more from home during the Independence Day holiday travel period from June 29 to July 7. For the first time, AAA looked at the entire July 4th week, plus the Saturday […]Read More

Breeze Airways Will Make Providence Their Number One Airport
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Breeze Airways Will Make Providence Their Number One Airport

LPR News June 20, 2024

At an airport event, Neeleman announced the that T.F. Green International Airport (PVD) will become the carrier’s largest airport by capacity and departures, with consistent growth over the next five year. It will surpass Charleston, S.C. as Breeze’s number one airport by the end of this year.   Two years ago, Breeze Airways announced a […]Read More

Tourism to Puerto Rico from Rhode Island is now easier than ever
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Tourism to Puerto Rico from Rhode Island is now easier

LPR News June 20, 2024

JetBlue announces direct flights from Providence to San Juan, Puerto Rico JetBlue will begin offering nonstop service from T.F.G. International Airport, Rhode Island, to San Juan, Puerto Rico, beginning in October. Groups of friends and families are reserving their flights to enjoy “La Isla del Encanto”. Politicians and merchants will be received by tourists on […]Read More

City of Pawtucket Sees Impact of “Small Business Relief Grant Program”
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City of Pawtucket Sees Impact of “Small Business Relief Grant

LPR News June 20, 2024

Funds Still Available! Pawtucket, RI – The City of Pawtucket is still accepting applications for the Small Business Relief Grant Program aimed at supporting local businesses affected by the economic challenges of recent years. Made possible through the American Rescue Plan Act funds, this initiative provides essential assistance to small businesses. Mayor Donald R. Grebien, Director of […]Read More

McKee Administration Announces New Placemaking Grant Awards to Support Summer Events
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McKee Administration Announces New Placemaking Grant Awards to Support Summer

LPR News June 18, 2024

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee and Secretary of Commerce Liz Tanner announced the recipients of new mini grant awards under the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation’s Placemaking Initiative.   The RI Rebounds Placemaking Initiative is a statewide effort to support businesses in the tourism and hospitality industries. The mini grants, approved by the RI Commerce […]Read More

City of Providence Opening Cooling Centers, Splashpads and Water Parks for Extreme Heat
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City of Providence Opening Cooling Centers, Splashpads and Water Parks

LPR News June 18, 2024

Officials Urge Residents to Exercise Caution During Extreme Heat Conditions PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley, the Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and the Providence Recreation Department today announced that due to extreme heat conditions expected June 18, 19, 20 and 21 splashpads and water parks will open two weeks early and cooling centers will be […]Read More

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