New survey tool bolsters engagement process for collecting community input for planning goals and policies PROVIDENCE, RI– Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced the launch of the Comprehensive Plan Survey, one of the City’s engagement tools for gathering input from residents and stakeholders on the City’s future growth, sustainability, and policy initiatives. This user-friendly survey […]Read More
Move expected to significantly expand access to mental health services PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced today that Rhode Island has joined the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which will expand treatment options for people in need of care from a psychologist. Properly credentialed psychologists licensed and located […]Read More
Extended Application Period Open through November 17 PROVIDENCE, RI– Mayor Brett P. Smiley announced today the Providence School Board Nominating Committee is seeking qualified applicants to serve on the Providence School Board. Applications are open online now through Friday, November 17, 2023, at 4:30PM. This year’s process includes a longer application period to allow for […]Read More
Forthcoming plans will provide essential guidance for future housing policy and resource investments. PROVIDENCE – In an important step toward more holistically addressing the state’s housing challenges, the Rhode Island Department of Housing today announced that Abt Associates has been selected as the vendor to support the development of statewide housing plans that will describe […]Read More
Flags to Fly at Half-Staff in Honor of Lives Lost PROVIDENCE, RI – Ahead of the 22nd anniversary of September 11th on Monday, Governor Dan McKee and Lt. Governor Sabina Matos released the following statement: “On this 22nd anniversary of the September 11th terror attacks, we honor the treasured memories of those lost and the lasting legacy […]Read More
An indictment, information, or complaint is merely an allegation. A defendant is presumed innocent unless and until proven guilty. PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha and Colonel Darnell S. Weaver announced today that the Statewide Grand Jury returned an indictment charging two Rhode Island men with the murder of Leila Duarte DaLuz, whose […]Read More
State House, Providence – Rhode Island House Minority Whip David Place offers the following statement regarding his bill, H5335aa — pertaining to professional license portability for military spouses, being signed into law by Governor McKee: Licensure reform is a priority in my legislative agenda, and I am pleased that my bill to assist military […]Read More
WARWICK, RI — On Thursday, September 7, 2023, Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02) will hold an open-press labor roundtable discussion with Rhode Island members of SAG-AFTRA who have been on strike while seeking better pay, benefits, and working conditions. On June 5, 2023, SAG-AFTRA voted in favor of a strike authorization by 98%. Among SAG-AFTRA’s requests are increased […]Read More
EAST PROVIDENCE, RI – The City of East Providence has been awarded a $33,232 grant by the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) to purchase the recycling portion of eight Bigbelly double station kiosks for East Providence’s recreation facilities. The smart waste and recycling system has gained a global following and represents the next generation […]Read More
PAWTUCKET, RI – Sandra Cano issued the following statement in response to the special Democratic primary results for Congressional District One: “Thank you to the voters who believed in our campaign. Although this isn’t the result we hoped for, we are so proud of the campaign that we ran. I also want to thank […]Read More
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