Haitian community activists, politicians and local leaders held a press conference and rally on Sunday to support Rhode Island’s Haitian community, in…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Rhode Island emerged largely unscathed from the initial phase of our first big weather-related test of the new year, so bully for us, hardy New…
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RI Launches New Statewide Solar Permitting Process
State regulators have made it easier for solar companies to do business in the Ocean State with a new statewide permit application for solar projects.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
We’re on the cusp of an exciting new year in Rhode Island, with lots of political intrigue and big elections up for grabs. So thanks for stopping by. As…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Who needs holiday presents when Rhode Island politics is the gift that keeps on giving? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Nonprofit CEO: GOP Tax Bill Is ‘Perfect Storm’ For Nonprofits
When you file your 2018 income taxes, you might notice that the standard deduction has essentially doubled. Exemptions will likely be eliminated and in…
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‘Now Or Never’ Pawtucket Mayor Makes New Plea For Pawsox
Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien says time is running out to strike a deal with the PawSox and keep the baseball team in Rhode Island. He says if…
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RIC Gets Champlin Foundation Grant For Chemistry Facilities
Rhode Island College has been awarded a $455,000 Champlin Foundation grant to renovate the college’s chemistry teaching labs in the John Clarke Science…
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Regional Program To Reduce Carbon Emissions Expected To Expand
The Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which caps power plant carbon emissions in participating states, is expected to expand to New Jersey and Virginia.
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Darin Early Leaving RI Commerce Corporation
RIPR political reporter Ian Donnis has learned that Darin Early, COO of the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, is leaving in January and will be…
