The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) recommends closing Camp Ruggles Beach in Glocester for swimming because of high bacteria levels. RIDOH will continue to monitor and review beach water quality through Labor Day. The status of a beach may change as new data become available. The most up-to-date beach information is available through a […]Read More
Langevin, the first quadriplegic ever elected to Congress, founded the Caucus in 2001 WASHINGTON – Today, the founder and co-chair of the Bipartisan Disabilities Caucus (BDC), Rep. Jim Langevin (D-RI), named Representatives Debbie Dingell (D-MI) and Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA) as two, new co-chairs of the BDC. Rep. Langevin, the first quadriplegic ever elected to Congress, […]Read More
Organized teams of BCBSRI employees will spend the workday volunteering for 14 nonprofits across the state in support of a wide range of community projects PROVIDENCE, R.I. (July 21, 2022) – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) announced Wednesday which nonprofit organizations will take part in its signature day of service – […]Read More
STATE HOUSE – A new law sponsored by Sen. Sandra Cano and Rep. Grace Diaz will provide wage protections to janitorial and security workers in Rhode Island. The legislation (2022-S 2412Aaa, 2022-H 7200Aaa), which Gov. Daniel McKee signed Friday following its passage by the General Assembly June 23, requires that standard wages be paid to janitors […]Read More
U.S. President Joe Biden is recovering nicely following his COVID-19 diagnosis last week, his physician said Sunday. Dr. Kevin O’Connor said in a memo that Biden’s “symptoms continue to improve significantly,” with a sore throat being the main remaining ailment. “His voice remains a bit deep,” O’Connor said. The physician said Biden’s sore throat is […]Read More
American Heart Association names Mitchell Elkind for new leadership role to elevate clinical research activities related to stroke, brain health and other emerging science linked to cardio/cerebral vascular disease DALLAS, July 25, 2022 — The American Heart Association, the world’s leading nonprofit organization focused on heart and brain health for all, has announced that Mitchell […]Read More
PAWTUCKET – Due to the anticipated high heat for the coming days, Mayor Donald R. Grebien has announced that Pawtucket’s Cooling Centers will be open to the public. The Cooling Centers will consist of the Blackstone Valley Visitors Center, the Leon Mathieu Senior Center, the Pawtucket Police Department Headquarters lobby, and The Pawtucket Public Library. In […]Read More
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is advising consumers that Stormberg Foods is recalling various sizes and batches of Beg & Barker Chicken Breast Strips Dog Treats, Billo’s Best Friend Chicken Breast Strips Dog Treats, and Green Coast Pets Chicken Crisps Dog Treats due to a potential contamination of Salmonella. The products were distributed […]Read More
The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) is reminding all Rhode Islanders about safety tips to keep themselves healthy and safe during extreme heat. Normally, when you get hot, your body cools itself by sweating. But when it is very hot and humid, sweating isn’t enough, and your body temperature can rise very quickly. High […]Read More
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha announced that the Office has filed lawsuits against five R.I. landlords for noncompliance with state lead poisoning prevention laws. All of the lawsuits involve properties where significant lead hazards were found and a child was determined to have lead poisoning. The Attorney General has now filed 17 […]Read More
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