Category : Health

Rhode Island residents advance legacy of Clara Barton, one of most honored women in US history  PROVIDENCE, R.I. (March 1, 2023) — As climate disasters, blood donation needs and other emergencies upend lives, local community heroes are stepping up to care for one another.  This March, the American Red Cross in Rhode Island is honoring […]Read More

Over the last two weeks, Magaziner held a healthcare roundtable to discuss workforce issues, met with municipal officials, and toured RIC, URI, CCRI, and the Port of Galilee Washington, D.C. – It has been a busy February District Work Period for Representative Magaziner (RI-02), who has spent the last two weeks meeting with Rhode Islanders across […]Read More

PROVIDENCE, RI – As Rhode Island prepares for the first significant winter storm of the season, the McKee Administration is providing key updates and tips reminding Rhode Islanders how to stay safe. A winter storm warning is in effect from Monday evening through Tuesday. The latest models predict that light snow will begin between 10:00 p.m. […]Read More

Phishing and skimming of SNAP and RI Works (RIW) benefits have been increasing nationally, regionally, and locally in Rhode Island. Since February 1, roughly 179 accounts, predominately SNAP and RIW, have been impacted by this fraudulent activity. DHS is reaching out directly to those who have been affected to provide additional information and support and […]Read More

There is now a “Warm Items Donation box” in front of the information booth on the first floor of City Hall. Please consider donating the following new or used items to those in need: Winter Jackets Winter Hats Gloves Scarves NEW Socks Hand WarmersRead More

Keep Blackstone Valley Beautiful (KBVB) is starting a walking group to walk and clean up our environment! The Pawtucket-wide walk will be Thursday, March 23rd at 1 PM. Walks will last approximately an hour. Each route will be around 2 miles to get a little exercise as you carry grabbers and pick up any litter. […]Read More