The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority today joined the International Tunnel, Turnpike, and Bridge Association (IBTTA)’s “Be Safe Together” campaign in honor of their first Global Road Safety Week. Global Road Safety Week is recognized from June 24th through the 28th, and will highlight the small choices drivers make that can significantly enhance road […]Read More
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is issuing a reminder about important steps people should take to stay healthy and safe during the Atlantic Hurricane Season, which runs from June through November. Hurricanes can cause illness, injury, damage to houses and buildings, and environmental concerns like flooding and mold. There are important steps […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) yesterday hosted its “Let’s Get Ready” Community of Practice Exhibition at the WaterFire Arts Center to celebrate and explore methodology used by local education agencies (LEAs) to implement the Readiness-Based Graduation Requirements, which were passed in fall 2022 and are designed to start with the graduating class of […]Read More
(Providence, RI) – Women & Infants Hospital is re-designated as a Baby Friendly USA Hospital. This certification recognizes that WIH practices all “Ten Steps to Successful Breastfeeding” and the International Code of Marketing of Breast-milk substitutes. “Women & Infants Hospital is proud to continue our designation as a Baby-Friendly USA hospital. This is a […]Read More
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
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
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
Prospective job candidates can meet with over 40 education employers PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) would like to remind individuals who are seeking employment in the education field of the upcoming in-person Statewide Education Job Fair, happening on Saturday, June 22, from 9 […]Read More
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
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
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