This summer, there was good news and bad news for public employees. RI Gov. Gina Raimondo vetoed legislation that would have kept their labor contracts…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Your humble correspondent never expected to be in the Statehouse for a budget vote in August . Then again, Rhody politics is full of surprises, right?…
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RI OER Suspends Electric Vehicle Rebate Program
The Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources has suspended a year-old program that provided cash incentives for locals who bought electric cars.
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As Vermont Solar Grows, National Companies Want In On The Market
After years of encouraging solar development, Vermont seems to be attracting the attention of national solar companies.
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New Weekend Programs Starting August 5th
Exciting changes are coming to your weekend program lineup on RIPR. The new shows will bring humor, insights and inspiration to your listening. The…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The calendar keeps zipping along, with August coming up fast. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. Your tips and comments are welcome and you…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Of Mass and RI, Raimondo and Baker
Charlie Baker, a Republican in Democratic Massachusetts, is a popular governor. Rhode Island Gov. Gina Raimondo, a Democrat in a Democratic state, has…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
So much for summer doldrums. The political beat keeps running hot and heavy in the Biggest Little. Thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Look To RI & MA Republicans For Ideas On Health Care
Now that the latest Republican effort to replace the Affordable Care Act has failed, RIPR Political Analyst Scott MacKay says it’s time to resurrect…
