State leaders and members of the scientific community are expressing concern after President Donald Trump announced that the U.S. will pull out of the…
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Mattiello’s Car Tax Phaseout Relies On Economic Growth, Leaner Government
House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello on Tuesday outlined his proposal to eliminate the car tax over six years, asserting that “economic growth and leaner…
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Haitians Wary Of Washington Moves To End Special Immigration Status
Some 58,000 Haitians in the United States, including some in Rhode Island, have received a six-month extension of their special immigration status,…
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Local Environmental Experts React To Trump’s Proposed EPA Budget
Local environmental experts believe President Donald Trump’s proposed budget for the Environmental Protection Agency could have devastating effects on…
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RI Delegation Blasts Trump Budget Proposal
Irresponsible, immoral and reckless. Those are just a few of the terms Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is using to criticize President Donald…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
A number of thorny issues are maturing in time for the final weeks of the legislative session. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Stormy times in DC, and no shortage of news at home, a.k.a. Crimetown . So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments…
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State Revenue Shortfall Grows By $100 Million
State lawmakers will have roughly $100 million less than expected to assemble Rhode Island’s budget for the fiscal year starting July 1.
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Rhode Island’s Marine Industry Gears Up For A Busy Season
In a couple of weeks, every marina in Newport will be nearly fully booked as sailing and motor yachts make their way up to the Northeast.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
May is here, bringing sunshine (in theory) and a sharper read on state revenue. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
