The exhibit is now on display at the Fishing Heritage Center in New Bedford. Connecticut-based photographer Markham Starr has dedicated almost a decade…
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Assessing Environmental Impacts Of The Block Island Wind Farm
Fishermen and scientists are trying to understand how the Block Island Wind Farm may affect fish in Rhode Island waters. This week Rhode Island Public…
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RI Fishermen, Scientists Study Impact Of Offshore Wind Farm On Fisheries
The nation’s first offshore wind farm off the coast of Block Island will start producing electricity any day now. It’s a pilot project that will change…
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RI Back In Court In Ongoing Battle With Scrap Metal Company
The state is back in court Friday for a hearing as environmental officials battle a scrap metal recycling company on the Providence waterfront. The…
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'Buy Nothing' Coat Exchange Slated For Nov. 25, Black Friday
The afternoons are growing dark, a chill leavens even sunny days and a New England winter beckons. It’s time to get ready for the holidays, with…
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Trump May Find Climate Deal ‘Difficult’ To Break
Donald Trump’s surprise victory has prompted climate ministers from around the world to issue a joint statement about the need for the whole…
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Rhode Island Natural History Survey Awards Presented Over The Weekend
The environmental nonprofit presented awards to distinguished naturalists in the Rhode Island Saturday. It’s how the nonprofit is wrapping its…
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Rhody Votes ’16: Investing In The State’s Ports At Quonset And Providence
On Tuesday, voters will decide whether to fund improvements at two of Rhode Island’s ports. It’s Question 5 on the ballot for a bond that would…
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Rhode Islanders Voice Opposition To Dakota Access Pipeline
The Standing Rock Sioux Tribe in North Dakota has asked for support from across the country in its fight against construction of a crude oil pipeline…
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Connecticut Energy Decision Places Renewable Projects Over Gas Pipelines
A decision by Connecticut energy officials could have a major impact on New England. The decision pulls the plug on plans to construct more natural gas…
