Memorial Hospital in Pawtucket announced plans last week to close, citing financial troubles. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says that while…
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Pawtucket Mayor Calls For Governor to Intervene In Memorial Hospital’s Sale
Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien has asked Governor Gina Raimondo to intervene in Care New England’s plan to close that city’s community hospital.
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Mattiello Breaks Silence on DeLorenzo; Says He Should Apologize
House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello broke his silence Friday about embattled Democratic Party official Joe DeLorenzo, saying that DeLorenzo should…
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Care New England COO: Partners Deal On Track
Care New England’s chief operating officer said Wednesday that negotiations are on track to sell Rhode Island’s second-largest hospital company to…
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Local Health Insurers Brace For Loss Of Millions In Federal Subsidies
President Donald Trump last week cut off federal subsidies that help to cover the cost of health insurance for low-income patients. The decision is…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Mid-October is here and we’re zipping through the calendar. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome…
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Sen. Whitehouse On What's Next For Health Care
Are Americans ready to consider a single-payer health care system? What’s next for the Affordable Care Act, former President Barack Obama’s signature…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Mid-September is here and with it a burst of General Assembly activity. So thanks for stopping by for the return of my weekly column. As usual, your…
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Whitehouse Latest NE Senator To Join Push For Single-Payer Health Care
Joining forces with U.S. Sen. Bernie Sanders of Vermont, Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse is the latest lawmaker to announce plans to co-sponsor legislation to…
