PROVIDENCE, R.I. (July 15 2025) – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) has once again been named a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion, earning a score of 100 on the 2025 Disability Index®. This marks the fourth consecutive year that BCBSRI has received a top score, demonstrating that BCBSRI has sustained its commitment to […]Read More
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Governor McKee to Visit #MathMatters Programming in Cranston to Celebrate
CRANSTON, RI — On Wednesday, Governor Dan McKee will visit with elementary and middle school students participating in #MathMatters-funded summer learning programs in Cranston. The visit will highlight investments made by the McKee Administration in summer and out-of-school learning opportunities, while also celebrating National Summer Learning Week. Both programs are run by the Greater Providence YMCA. […]Read More
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Governor McKee Highlights $6.5 Million for Local Road and Bridge
RhodeRestore Now Permanent Program SOUTH KINGSTOWN, RI – Governor Dan McKee today highlighted $6.5 million in grant funding to support crucial local road and bridge improvements through RhodeRestore, the Governor’s signature municipal grant program aimed at helping local communities complete much-needed road and bridge projects. The event also marked the successful passage of the Governor’s […]Read More
The Rhode Island Foundation, with support from the Providence Department of Art, Culture and Tourism, the Roger Williams Park Conservancy and the Providence Parks Department, is inviting the public to a free performance of the Rhode Island Philharmonic Orchestra’s Summer Pops in the Park concert at the Roger Williams Park Temple to Music on Wednesday, August […]Read More
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T.F. Green International Airport was Voted Number 1 in the
The No. 1 pick by Travel and Leisure readers sees less than half the number of passengers than major hubs like Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport. “I love T. F. Green. Easy to get to, easy to park, easy to navigate,” said one reader, while another added, “Security is a breeze, even during a busy time. […]Read More
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McKee Administration Funds Math Programs That Add up to Summer
More than $2 million in #MathMattersRI summer programming available for grades K-9 PROVIDENCE, RI — As part of the State’s #MathMattersRI campaign to boost academic performance, the McKee Administration is funding more than 30 mathematics-focused summer programs for rising kindergartners to ninth graders in communities throughout the state. 25 municipalities were awarded more than $2 million […]Read More
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Governor McKee Signs Matunuck Oyster Bar ‘Take it Outside’ Bill
EAST MATUNUCK, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation (2025-H 6392, 2025-S 1139) amending the state’s outdoor dining law and paving the way for Matunuck Oyster Bar to open a tented area for al fresco dining. The newly signed legislation will allow the restaurant to use the marina parking lot across the street for […]Read More
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Five students receive Carter Roger Williams Scholarships
Launched by the late philanthropists Letitia and John Carter in 2017, the goal is to encourage students to think big about their future. By Chris Barnett The Rhode Island Foundation is sending high school seniors from Barrington, Cumberland, East Greenwich, Providence and West Warwick off to college with Carter Roger Williams Scholarships, which honor the […]Read More
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Mayor Smiley, Governor McKee, State Officials to Cut Ribbon at
PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Brett P. Smiley will tomorrow join Governor Dan McKee, Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) Director Peter Alviti, Rhode Island Commerce Secretary Liz Tanner, Providence Warwick Convention and Visitors Bureau (PWCVB) President and CEO Kristen Adamo, and American Cruise Lines Executive Vice President Paul E. Taiclet to celebrate the arrival of […]Read More
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Governor McKee to Sign Bill Banning the Sale of Assault
PROVIDENCE, RI — Today, Governor Dan McKee signed legislation into law that bans the sale of certain military-style weapons in Rhode Island. The Governor was joined by bill sponsor Senator Louis DiPalma (2025-S 0359A) as well as Representative Jason Knight, General Officers, General Assembly Leaders, and gun safety advocates. This bill is the latest piece […]Read More