As of Tuesday there’s a new way of applying for state benefits like Medicaid and food stamps, or SNAP. It’s an online application for all Department of…
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Critics Voice Disappointment In State’s 6/10 Connector Plan
Critics are voicing disappointment following Gov. Gina Raimondo’s announcement that repairs to the 6/10 connector will be placed on a fast-track,…
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Bonus Q&A: Discussing The Top Legislative Primaries Outside Providence
Voters will decide 26 General Assembly primaries next Tuesday. WPRI.com politics and economics reporter Ted Nesi joins RI Public Radio political…
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Political Roundtable: The Top Legislative Primaries In Providence & Cranston
With an election coming up Tuesday, WPRI.com politics and economics reporter Ted Nesi joins RIPR’s Scott MacKay and Ian Donnis to discuss the top…
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In Downtown Providence, A Forgotten Piece Of Architectural History
Few people know that Providence is home to a plaza designed by the architect I.M. Pei, the man behind the famous pyramids outside the Louvre Museum in…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy September! The approach of fall brings plenty of fresh developments on the politics beat. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Labor Day’s True Meaning
Labor Day marks the end of summer. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay reminds us that this holiday that honors workers once meant much more in Rhode…
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For Latinos, Diabetes Education Alone May Not Stem An Epidemic
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention estimates nearly a third of Americans are pre-diabetic. Many more are already diabetic.
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
August is on the way out, and legislative primary races are coming up fast. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, you can send your…
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Elorza Opposes National Grid’s Proposed LNG Facility
Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza is opposing National Grid’s proposal to build a natural gas liquefaction facility at Field’s Point in Providence.
