President Donald Trump’s executive orders on energy could have big impacts on states producing fossil fuels. But the order could still affect the Ocean…
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A Bright Spot In Rhode Island’s Economy: The Defense Industry
Rhode Island has struggled with a lagging economy for years. Though the state is still behind its New England neighbors by some measures, there are…
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Three Rhode Island Artists Awarded $25,000 Each In Grants
Three Rhode Island visual artists have been awarded $25,000 each from the Rhode Island Foundation.
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Just another quiet week in Rhode Island politics, right? Lots to chew on here, so thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and…
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Sen. Whitehouse Reelection Campaign Hires Joe Caiazzo
R.I. U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse has hired political operative Joe Caiazzo to work on his 2018 reelection campaign. Caiazzo, a Stoneham, Mass. native,…
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RI Food Plan Tackles Food Insecurity, Seeks Public Input
State officials have released a draft of Rhode Island’s first comprehensive food plan. The strategy tackles food insecurity and seeks to market the…
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RI Could Lose Millions In Federal Housing Dollars Under Proposed U.S. Budget
Affordable housing programs could see their federal support drastically reduced, if President Donald Trump’s proposed budget passes. That would mean…
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For Many In RI, St. Joseph’s Day Means Zeppole
Italian-American enclaves around the country celebrated St. Joseph’s day Sunday. This holiday comes with its own culinary tradition – a luscious pastry…
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Visa Limits May Cause Problems For New England Resorts
Summer resorts around the nation are bracing for a tough season. Not because the tourists won’t come, but because the workers might not.
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Sen. Reed Discusses HUD Budget Cuts With Pawtucket Mayor
U.S. Sen. Jack Reed is expected to discuss budget cuts to the U.S Department of Housing and Urban Development with Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien,…
