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Five students receive Carter Roger Williams Scholarships
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Five students receive Carter Roger Williams Scholarships

LPR News June 27, 2025

Launched by the late philanthropists Letitia and John Carter in 2017, the goal is to encourage students to think big about their future. By Chris Barnett The Rhode Island Foundation is sending high school seniors from Barrington, Cumberland, East Greenwich, Providence and West Warwick off to college with Carter Roger Williams Scholarships, which honor the […]Read More

Governor McKee to Sign Bill Banning the Sale of Assault Weapons
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Governor McKee to Sign Bill Banning the Sale of Assault

LPR News June 26, 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation into law that bans the sale of certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island. The Governor was joined by bill sponsor Senator Louis DiPalma (2025-S 0359A) as well as Representative Jason Knight, General Officers, General Assembly Leaders, and gun safety advocates.   This bill is the latest piece […]Read More

Amo Announces 2025 Winner of Congressional Art Competition
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Amo Announces 2025 Winner of Congressional Art Competition

LPR News June 26, 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI –  Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) announced the winner of the 2025 Congressional Art Competition for Rhode Island’s First Congressional District — Nonna’s House by Blake Harris. A tenth-grade student at Moses Brown School, Mr. Harris’ submission will be featured in the halls of the U.S. Capitol. High school students from across Rhode Island’s First Congressional District submitted artwork for consideration and a public vote was […]Read More

State of Rhode Island’s Career Fair
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State of Rhode Island’s Career Fair

LPR News June 18, 2025

Governor McKee delivered remarks at the State of Rhode Island’s career fair. The fair features 26 state agencies to showcase employment opportunities across Rhode Island and to connect directly with job seekers interested in public service careers. The career fair is taking place at Community College of Rhode Island — Knight Campus, 400 East Avenue, Warwick, […]Read More

Attorney General Neronha to host a roundtable discussion with physicians on primary care challenges
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Attorney General Neronha to host a roundtable discussion with physicians

LPR News June 16, 2025

PROVIDENCE, RI – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha will join approximately 25 doctors in a roundtable discussion, during which they will share experiences and perspectives with the Attorney General on Rhode Island’s health care challenges, and specifically those facing primary care. This discussion follows the Attorney General’s rollout of a series of initiatives aimed at providing immediate […]Read More

Governor McKee to Join Coventry Leaders for Groundbreaking of Community Learning Center
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Governor McKee to Join Coventry Leaders for Groundbreaking of Community

LPR News June 16, 2025

Renovation of 25 rooms in the Town Hall Annex will create wellness, workforce development and Learn365RI education spaces   Governor McKee’s $81.5M Community Learning Center initiative includes more than 20 hubs across the state COVENTRY, RI — Governor Dan McKee will join Coventry town leaders for a groundbreaking ceremony for a 38,500-square-foot Community Learning Center […]Read More

Police Chiefs: Increased DUI Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend
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Police Chiefs: Increased DUI Patrols for Memorial Day Weekend

LPR News May 22, 2025

Remembering Officer Ryan Bourque on 9th anniversary of his death The Rhode Island Police Chiefs Association announced today that law enforcement agencies across the state will have increased patrols throughout Memorial Day weekend. Patrols are in honor of the 9th anniversary of Officer Ryan Bourque’s death caused by an impaired driver. “Our message is clear: […]Read More

Magaziner Applauds Successful Effort to Defend Department of Education
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Magaziner Applauds Successful Effort to Defend Department of Education

LPR News May 22, 2025

Washington, DC – U.S. Representative Seth Magaziner (RI-02) today issued the following statement after a federal court ruling blocked the Trump Administration from dismantling the Department of Education. The ruling, by U. S. District Court Judge Myong Joun of the District of Massachusetts, cites an amicus brief filed by Magaziner and other Members of the U.S. […]Read More

15th Annual Waterman Eco-Challenge Returns to Narragansett
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15th Annual Waterman Eco-Challenge Returns to Narragansett

LPR News May 22, 2025

Saturday July 12, 2025 Narragansett, RI – The Waterman Eco-Challenge, a beloved Rhode Island tradition celebrating community, ocean safety, and environmental stewardship, is set to make its return on Saturday, July 12, 2025, at Scarborough State Beach North in Narragansett. Now in its 15th year, the event continues to unite athletes, families, and ocean enthusiasts for a day of […]Read More

State Fire Marshal Issues Warning on Dangerous Social Media Trend
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State Fire Marshal Issues Warning on Dangerous Social Media Trend

LPR News May 22, 2025

WARWICK, R.I. — The Office of the State Fire Marshal is issuing a public safety warning about a dangerous new social media trend known as the “Chromebook Challenge.”   The challenge involves tampering with Chromebooks—laptop devices containing lithium-ion batteries—by inserting metal objects or wires into their charging or USB ports which cause the battery to […]Read More

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