A half-dozen Republican lawmakers unveiled a proposal Wednesday to steer $875 million to improving Rhode Island’s decrepit bridges over 10 years…
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Museum of Work and Culture Holds Labor Day Open House
Before you start that barbeque and get into your favorite beverages, treat yourself to a visit to the Museum of Work and Culture, where the spirit of…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Let’s Welcome Tourists To Rhode Island
Gov. Gina Raimondo wants to attract more tourists to Rhode Island. As summer winds down, RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay has some ideas.
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Rhode Island Artscape: Photographing Transgender Grandparents
A Providence-based photographer has been documenting a family with a transgender grandparent. The photos are part of an exhibit destined for the Boston…
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Happy 25th, Americans With Disabilities Act
Sunday marks the anniversary of the signing of the historic act that helped reduce discrimination and remove barriers for people with disabilities. In…
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Attorney General Takes No Position In Touro Synagogue Bell Dispute
Rhode Island’s attorney general is taking no position on who owns a pair of ceremonial bells at Newport’s Touro Synagogue. The bells are the subject on…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: A Providence Slavery Center in Old Episcopal Cathedral
Rhode Island’s Episcopal Church is about to unveil plans for a museum and teaching center dedicated to the slave trade. The state has a long and…
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The Bottom Line: Will A $3M Renovation Attract A New Crowd To The Tennis Hall Of Fame?
Providence Business News Editor Mark Murphy joins Rhode Island Public Radio’s Dave Fallon for our weekly business segment The Bottom Line. This week…
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Newport Tennis Hall Of Fame Museum Reopens Wednesday Following $3M Renovation
After being closed for six months, the International Tennis Hall of Fame Museum reopens Wednesday, following a $3 million renovation. For a more in…
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Spectacular Tennis Hall of Fame Museum Re-opening
Roger Federer, considered by many the best tennis player in history, told me the other day the 10 reasons why he likes tennis. And he will tell you as…
