As demand for senior nutrition assistance rises, Meals on Wheels is hungry for volunteers SCITUATE, RI – In an effort to help raise awareness about senior hunger, U.S. Senator Jack Reed joined Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island to deliver meals to senior citizens as part of the annual “March for Meals” campaign, which aims […]Read More
Providence, RI – U.S. Senator Sheldon Whitehouse and Governor Dan McKee today joined with child care providers from the Meeting Street School and Rhode Island child care advocates to rally support for comprehensive federal child care legislation that would boost Rhode Island’s investment in child care affordability, access, and workforce retention. “Increasing access to affordable […]Read More
PROVIDENCE – The Massachusetts operator of a chain of addiction treatment clinics is charged in federal court in Providence, RI, with millions of dollars of health care fraud, aggravated identity theft, money laundering and obstruction, announced United States Attorney Zachary A. Cunha. In addition, the treatment center and its former supervisory counselor were also charged […]Read More
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 – On Monday morning, Governor Dan McKee, House Speaker Joe Shekarchi, and Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner heard from a panel of local biotechnology leaders who highlighted the impact of the proposed investments in life sciences in the Governor’s #RIReady FY24 budget. Brian Britson of Amgen, Carol Malysz of RI BIO, and Justin Fallon of […]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
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