Here’s what’s happening in health in Rhode Island (for 7/19/16 – 7/26/16): federal drug czar visits, a new college at URI, community health grants, Zika…
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Muslim Group Reports Vandalism At South County Mosque
A Muslim community center in Kingston was the target of vandalism, in what may be a response to an apparent terrorist attack in Nice, France.
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IYRS Breaks Ground On 20k Square Foot Expansion In Newport
The IYRS School of Technology and Trades breaks ground Friday on a new addition to its Newport campus. The facility will house a composite submarine…
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Johnson and Wales Goes Cold Turkey
Johnson and Wales celebrated a new tobacco-free policy today over cold turkey sandwiches. The policy makes JWU the first institution of higher learning…
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Lots Of Options For Celebrating Independence Day In Rhode Island
Across the ocean state, cities and towns are gearing up for July 4th. Parades are stepping off all weekend from South County to Burrillville. Bristol…
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Following Universities Like Bryant, UConn Revokes Honorary Degree For Bill Cosby
UConn student Haddiyyah Ali got an email from a woman whose story floored her. The woman was working at talent agency in 1965, when she says Bill Cosby…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Let’s Take a Deep Breath Before Killing Assembly Grants
Rhode Island is all atwitter about General Assembly grants. RIPR Political Analyst Scott MacKay says it is time for some measured study of the pros and…
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Bill Would Close Loophole In Child Abuse Reporting Law
In the aftermath of the sex abuse scandal at St. George’s School, Rhode Island lawmakers are considering legislation that would close a loophole in the…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Is Rhode Island’s Hospital Establishment Overbuilt?
Memorial Hospital is cutting back services and closing its maternity service. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says Rhode Island’s health care system…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: College Commencement Season And Student Debt
It’s college graduation season, a time of family and school pride. But RIPR Political Analyst Scott MacKay points out why this year’s grads also face some anxiety. ‘Tis the time of Lilacs, caps and gowns and the symphony of morning birdsong spilling though the bedroom window. Proud parents mingle with bored siblings taking selfies of platitude-filled […]
