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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Change Of Command Monday At U.S. Naval War College In Newport
After two years heading the Naval War College in Newport, Rear Admiral P. Gardner Howe III is heading to the CIA. He hands the reins to Rear Admiral…
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Rhode Island Sends 24 Delegates To The Democratic National Convention
24 Rhode Island delegates are expected in Philadelphia Monday for the Democratic National Convention. Rhode Island Democratic Party spokeswoman Ann…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: On The Two Conventions, Clinton Vs. Trump
The Republican National Convention that nominated Donald Trump is history. The Democratic convention that is poised to tap Hillary Clinton begins today.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Your humble correspondent is back on the beat. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through…
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Your Weekly Briefing: Health In Rhode Island
Here’s what’s happening in health care in Rhode Island, including stories about addiction treatment, intellectual disabilities, medical marijuana,…
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RI Tweaks New Testing Policy
After announcing on Friday that 10th and 11th graders would be exempt from the state’s annual standardized testing, education officials walked back the…
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Bruce DeSilva Delivers In His New Rhody-Based Mystery
Calling all literate Rhode Islanders and Ocean State ex-pats: For a great read get thee to the bookstore (or Internet if you must) and get Bruce…
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URI Top Executive Makes Less Than Nearby Colleagues
A new analysis of executive compensation at state universities shows the University of Rhode Island trailing much of New England. The Chronicle of…
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RIC Offers State’s First Undergrad Certificate For Students With Intellectual Disabilities
Rhode Island College will offer the state’s first undergraduate certificate for students with intellectual disabilities.
