Rhode Island is now a week into a new fiscal year without an approved budget. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says the longer this goes on, the…
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Former Patriots Star Aaron Hernandez Dead At 27
The former Patriots’ tight end killed himself while in prison for murder. State corrections officials say Hernandez was found just after three this…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Whitehouse, Republicans & RI’s 2018 Senate Race
Rhode Island’s 2018 U.S. Senate featuring incumbent Democrat Sheldon Whitehouse just got more complicated. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay parses…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just another quiet week in Rhode Island politics, right? Lots to chew on here, so thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and…
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Here’s Hoping URI, PC Earn NCAA Basketball Bids
I really, really hope the University of Rhode Island beats Davidson in the Atlantic 10 semifinals Saturday afternoon in Pittsburgh and then defeats…
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Fans Brave Rain And Cold For Pats Rally In Providence
Fans lined the streets of downtown Providence Tuesday before a Patriots rally at the Dunkin’ Donuts Center. Thousands of people stood in the rain,…
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What Outsiders Don’t Understand About Patriots Fans
The NFL is designed to be the parity league. Dynasties aren’t supposed to happen. A limit on player salaries allots each team the same payroll. Last…
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New England Patriots Head To The Dunk
Can’t make it to Boston for the New England Patriots’ 11 a.m. victory parade? No problem. The Super Bowl celebration continues in Rhode Island Tuesday…
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Patriots Super Bowl Victory Is The Greatest Ever
Never in six decades of playing, watching and writing about sports have I seen anything like the dramatic comeback the New England Patriots mounted in…
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Study: Limited Economic Benefit To Renovate Or Rebuild McCoy
The multi-million dollar investment it would take to upgrade McCoy Stadium, home of the Pawtucket Red Sox, or raze the ballpark and build a new one on…
