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New study shows University of Rhode Island generates $2 billion in annual economic impact
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New study shows University of Rhode Island generates $2 billion

LPR News March 27, 2026

URI supports nearly 18,000 jobs statewide and returns $17.39 to the Rhode Island economy for every $1 invested by the state A new report released by the University of Rhode Island finds that URI generates $2 billion in statewide economic activity annually, driven by research operations, employment, student spending and visitor activity. (URI Photos/ Catherine […]Read More

Governor McKee, Commissioner Infante-Green Spotlight Weekly Attendance Leaders
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Governor McKee, Commissioner Infante-Green Spotlight Weekly Attendance Leaders

LPR News March 27, 2026

PROVIDENCE, RI – As part of the statewide Attendance Matters RI campaign, today, Governor Dan McKee and Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green recognized Rhode Island schools with the highest weekly attendance and most improved attendance rates across elementary, middle, and high school levels The following schools are Rhode Island’s attendance leaders for the week of March 16, 2026*: Elementary: Stony Lane Elementary, North Kingstown – 97.13% weekly attendance rate […]Read More

City of Pawtucket to Host Corporate Job Fair Tomorrow
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City of Pawtucket to Host Corporate Job Fair Tomorrow

LPR News March 27, 2026

On Saturday, March 28, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., the City of Pawtucket will host a large-scale job fair at 100 Freight Street, bringing together more than 40 employers from across Rhode Island and the region. Whether you are actively seeking a new position, considering a career change, or simply exploring your options, this event is […]Read More

Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources Announces $35 Million in New Incentives to Support Installation of Household Heat Pump Systems
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Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources Announces $35 Million in

LPR News March 27, 2026

PROVIDENCE, R.I. – The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) announced today $35 million in funding to support the state’s ongoing heat pump system investments with households across the state through the New England Heat Pump Accelerator (the Accelerator), a collaborative initiative to grow the region’s heat pump adoption to 90% of residential space […]Read More

After Pocketing Over $2 Million from Home Depot, Helena Foulkes Says She “Doesn’t Have Any Concerns” About Its Trump Ties, ICE Raids, and Anti-Abortion Donations
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After Pocketing Over $2 Million from Home Depot, Helena Foulkes

LPR News March 27, 2026

PROVIDENCE – In an interview with WPRI today, Helena Foulkes – who collected over $2 million as a Home Depot board member from 2013 to 2021 – told Rhode Islanders she “doesn’t have any concerns” about the company’s political activities. She should. While Foulkes sat on the board, Home Depot’s PAC funneled money to anti-abortion politicians and gave to Senator […]Read More

Victor Mellor Engages National Leaders in Washington to Advance Healthcare Reform and Economic Growth for Rhode Island
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Victor Mellor Engages National Leaders in Washington to Advance Healthcare

LPR News March 26, 2026

Washington, D.C. — Congressional candidate Vic Mellor continues to build momentum on the national stage, meeting with top Republican leadership and advancing bold healthcare reform initiatives aimed at lowering costs for Rhode Islanders. As a founding member of the Great American Health Alliance (GAHA), Mellor is helping lead a transformative effort to overhaul the nation’s […]Read More

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