STATE HOUSE, Providence – It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio earlier this morning. Out of respect for President Ruggerio, all Senate business scheduled for this week, including session and committees, will be postponed until further notice. Senate Majority Leader Valarie J. Lawson said, “I […]Read More
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CCRI and Rhode Island Energy partner to launch free utilities
WARWICK, RI (April 17, 2025) – The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) and Rhode Island Energy are teaming up to offer a free exploratory program designed to give participants a window into the growing utilities industry. Introduction to Utilities – free to anyone who meets eligibility requirements through funding from Rhode Island Energy – […]Read More
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Pawtucket School Committee Statement Re: Litigation By Patricia Royal
PAWTUCKET, RI — The following statement regarding litigation filed by Patricia Royal may be attributed to Omar Reyes on behalf of the Pawtucket School Committee: A widely publicized Complaint has been filed in Rhode Island Federal District Court by Patricia Royal against members of the Pawtucket School Committee, School District Administrators, Mayor Grebien, and members […]Read More
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Rhode Island Pre-K Lottery for School Year 2025-26 Opens for
Parents, families and guardians of children who will be four years old as of September 1 encouraged to apply PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Dan McKee, Commissioner Angélica Infante-Green, and the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) today announced the opening of the annual state-funded RI Pre-Kindergarten (RI Pre-K) program lottery for the 2025-26 school year. Parents, […]Read More
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Free Sensory-Friendly Petting Zoo with Goats, Alpacas, Bunnies for Children
Barnyard Buddies, a sensory-friendly petting zoo designed specifically for children with autism and sensory sensitivities, ages 2-9—but all are welcome to join the fun! This event creates a calm, engaging space where kids can interact with friendly farm animals, including gentle goats, cuddly bunnies, fluffy alpacas, and more! There will be hands-on, farm-themed craft activities and treats for kiddos too, and an opportunity to tour the center […]Read More
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Magaziner Statement on Chaotic NOAA Layoffs in Rhode Island, Massachusetts
WARWICK, RI – Rep. Seth Magaziner (RI-02), a member of the House Natural Resources Committee, issued the following statement after reports that previously rehired National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration employees in Rhode Island and Massachusetts will again be terminated: “NOAA is indispensable for Rhode Island fishermen and our state’s coastal economy – tracking fish stocks, managing […]Read More
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‘Kilo Weight Dealer’ Sentenced to Nearly Six Years in Federal
PROVIDENCE – A Massachusetts man described in court documents as being a “kilo weight dealer” of cocaine has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison, announced Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom. Juan Betancourt Sosa, 29, pleaded guilty on October 16, 2024, to a charge of conspiracy to distribute and to possess […]Read More
PROVIDENCE – A joint federal, state, and local law enforcement drug trafficking investigation has resulted in the seizure of two kilos of cocaine and the arrest and detention of a Providence man, announced Acting United States Attorney Sara Miron Bloom. Eluid Rosa-Escudero, 35, is detained in federal custody charged by way of a criminal complaint […]Read More
By Jeff Theodore A multitalented artist, Zach Fulford plays trumpet, writes and arranges music, composes film scores and conducts. Rhode Island College music major Zach Fulford is putting the finishing touches on what he considers his masterpiece. Fulford, 22, a senior, is creating a symphony as part of his departmental honors project. He’s been working […]Read More
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Court Grants States’ Motion to Enforce; Orders Trump Administration to
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today issued the following statement applauding Judge McConnell’s order granting the Office’s motion to enforce an injunction previously imposed by the Court which prohibited the Trump administration to categorically freeze federal funds to states after the Administration withheld FEMA funds allocated for disaster relief. “With this order, […]Read More