PROVIDENCE – National Education Association Rhode Island announced today its unanimous vote to endorse Governor Dan McKee for a full term. “I am deeply committed to our schools, students, and educators – a high quality education is the foundation of each of our communities. There’s nothing more important we can do for the future of […]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
PROVIDENCE, RI (July 25, 2022) – The American Red Cross is helping two families – two adults – four children after a fire yesterday on Claremont St., Central Falls. The Red Cross provided assistance to meet the families’ immediate needs. Responders included: Tom Perrin, Ernie Labbe and Kathy Wong. The Red Cross also provided a recovery envelope containing information helpful to families recovering […]Read More
Providence, R.I., July 25, 2022 — Rhode Island’s average gas price is down 12 cents from last week ($4.60), averaging $4.48 per gallon. Today’s price is 43 cents lower than a month ago ($4.91), and $1.45 higher than July 25, 2021 ($3.03). Rhode Island’s average gas price is 13 cents higher than the national average. Nationally, lackluster demand for gas […]Read More
Global Electronics Council awards District for environmentally friendly practices PROVIDENCE, RI – The Providence Public School District’s (PPSD) Information Technology Department has been recognized as a 2022 EPEAT Purchaser Award winner. The award celebrates organizations that are leaders in sustainable electronics procurement. It comes from the Global Electronics Council, the non-profit organization that manages the EPEAT eco-label. […]Read More
Last week, the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence (RICAGV) endorsed Councilwoman LaFortune’s campaign to be the next Mayor of Providence. Her leadership in her community as a member of City Council, as a mother, and as a Providence resident passionate about safe and healthy communities are just some of the reasons she was able […]Read More
Sen. Reed leads efforts to boost share of EPSCOR research and development dollars to spur more technological advancements and job creation in the Ocean State WASHINGTON, DC — In an effort to strengthen the U.S. economy and national security while bringing jobs back to the U.S. and bolstering supply chains, the U.S. Senate is poised to […]Read More
Celin-Rodriguez graduates with high honors, debt free and as a proud example of success for her son. Marcela Celin-Rodriguez is a first-generation college student from Colombia, who not only graduated summa cum laude this May but has been a member of the 3.5 Society and on the Dean’s List since her first semester at RIC. […]Read More
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