A new fiscal year dawns, along with a series of fresh storylines. So thanks for stopping by. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome , and you can…
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Theater Review: A Sweeter America In ‘The Music Man’
“The Music Man” has been an American staple for 60 years. Now it’s at Theatre by the Sea in Matunick. Rhode Island Public Radio’s Bill Gale says it’s…
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Lifespan Resumes PILOT Payments to Providence
Lifespan, Rhode Island’s largest hospital chain, is resuming payments in lieu of taxes to the city of Providence, Lifespan announced today. Lifespan…
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Mulling Gubernatorial Run, Former Lawmaker Holds Event
Warwick Republican Joe Trillo is staging a public event Tuesday, which he describes as a forum to discuss Rhode Island’s future.
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PawSox Stadium Proposal Ticketed For Fall Review By General Assembly
With support from Governor Gina Raimondo and legislative leaders, the PawSox’ proposal for a new stadium in Pawtucket is on track for a fall hearings in…
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R.I.P. Former Warwick Mayor Eugene McCaffrey
Eugene McCaffrey, a former Rhode Island Democratic state representative, state senator and mayor of Warwick, has died. He was 84. McCaffrey was the…
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Cliff Wood Hired As New Providence Foundation Executive Director
Cliff Wood, a former Providence city council member, director of the Downtown Providence Parks Conservancy and longtime civic activist, has been…
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In Downtown Providence, Reactions To The New Smoking Ban
It’s now illegal to smoke in the center of downtown Providence. Last week the City Council voted to override the mayor, banning smoking on street…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
It may not yet be time to cue The Final Countdown , but we’re getting there with House Finance signing off on a new state budget. So thanks for stopping…
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Providence Mayor Elorza Makes A Case For Increasing The City’s Public School Funding
The Providence City Council is expected to vote on the new city budget tonight. The $376 million proposal includes an increase in spending for the city…
