Category : LPR News

“Children should never have to choose between their safety and the reputation of a powerful institution.” – Vanessa Volz, President and CEO of Sojourner House The Rhode Island Attorney General’s Office published a report this week disclosing the results of a years long investigation into child sexual abuse in the Catholic Diocese of Providence. Their […]Read More

In response to Helena Buonanno Foulkes’ proposal to do a millionaire’s tax to fund housing initiatives, gubernatorial candidate Aaron Guckian said Rhode Island is moving in the wrong direction by adding new taxes instead of fixing government. “Rhode Islanders are already paying so many taxes and fees,” Guckian said. “People feel it everywhere, permits, registrations, […]Read More

Pawtucket, RI – The City of Pawtucket continues to prioritize safe and reliable roadways for residents, businesses, and visitors, investing $25 million in street improvements across the city over the last ten years. While significant progress has been made, this winter’s severe weather, including heavy snowfall and the recent blizzard, has taken a toll on […]Read More

Recent severe winter weather and rising electricity, natural gas, and heating costs have highlighted the need for a more coordinated and practical energy strategy for Rhode Island. Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Aaron Guckian today announced a proposal to establish a Rhode Island Advanced Energy & Infrastructure Commission designed to bring together industry, workforce, and infrastructure leaders […]Read More

The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on Friday night, March 13, is scheduled to shift travel lanes on Route 113 (East Avenue) eastbound over I-95 and I-295 in Warwick. The lanes were temporarily shifted during bridge construction and will be moved to the right on March 13. Westbound travel lanes will not be affected. […]Read More