The downfall of the owner of New England’s biggest fishing fleet could also hurt the Port of New Bedford. Carlos Rafael has pleaded guilty to federal…
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Growing Local Demand For Local Fish, Amid Changing Regulations
Fishing has long been a staple industry in Rhode Island. Over the last century ever more local seafood is shipped across the country and the globe.
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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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Proposed Legislation Aims To Protect Child Victims Of Sex Trafficking
A bill aiming to protect underage victims of sex trafficking is headed to the House Judiciary Committee. The Safe Harbor for Sexually Exploited Children…
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DNC Chair Tom Perez Touts Raimondo’s College Tuition Plan As A Smart Investment
Democratic National Committee Chairman Tom Perez plans to use an appearance in Rhode Island Thursday to tout Governor Gina Raimondo’s free college…
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Clean Ocean Access Celebrates 10 Years Of Ocean Cleanup, Looks Towards Future
The non-profit Clean Ocean Access is celebrating its 11th year of ocean cleanup along the Aquidneck shoreline with a new 10-year report outlining its…
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Federal Judge Approves RI Commerce Corporation’s 38 Studios Settlement With SEC
A federal judge has approved the terms of a settlement between the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission in…
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Reed Warns Federal Cuts To Science And Technology Funding Could Hurt RI Economy
Sen. Jack Reed warns of consequences Rhode Island’s economy could face if proposed federal budget cuts to science and technology research are acted on….
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Baseball Coming Back To Red Sawx Nation At Fenway And McCoy
As winter fades, New England’s summer passion returns. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay takes a break from politics to usher in the baseball season…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
More boisterous times in state and national politics. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome , and…
