Even with the boom in renewable power, New England still gets about half its energy from natural gas – that’s a huge jump from 15 percent in 2000. The…
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TGIF: 18 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy Weekend and thanks for stopping by for my weekly column! As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on…
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Col. O’Donnell Retiring From RI State Police
Colonel Steven O’Donnell of the Rhode Island State Police is retiring later this month.
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Raimondo Cites Safety Concerns In Ordering Accelerated 6/10 Repairs
The state plans to speed up an overhaul of bridges along the 6/10 Connector because they’re deteriorating faster than expected and will eventually pose…
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Environmental Council Of RI Releases ‘Green Report Card’ Assessing Lawmakers
State legislators received scores based on their voting record on issues like land and water conservation, renewable energy, and transportation. The…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy September! The approach of fall brings plenty of fresh developments on the politics beat. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As…
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Johnson And Wales University Touts First Completed Development Project On I-195 Land
The first development project on the vacant I-195 land in Providence is complete. The land has sat empty since it became available for development. Now…
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First Southwest Objects to Barclays, Wells Fargo 38 Studios Settlement
First Southwest Company, one of the financial institutions involved in the ill-fated 38 Studios deal, is objecting to the state’s recent settlement…
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Following Rhode Island, Vermont Moves To Expand Access To Anti-Overdose Medication
Vermont officials announced new measures Thursday to expand the availability of a drug that can counteract the effects of an opiate overdose. The drug…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Will Pols Who Gave Us 38 Studios Pledge No More Moral Obligation Bonds?
38 Studios was back in the news last week, after Rhode Island struck a 26-million-dollar deal to settle claims against Wells Fargo and Barclays. Those…
