Rhode Islanders have been transfixed lately by snow drifts and the Super Bowl. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says it’s time to look ahead to…
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Federal Government Leases Two Areas Offshore Martha’s Vineyard For Wind Energy Development
The Interior Department’s Bureau of Ocean Energy Managment auctioned off two out of four wind development areas off the coast of Martha’s Vineyard today…
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RI DEM Warns: Keep Snow Disposal Away From Water Sources
As crews clear roads and parking lots, the excess snow is piling up. And the Department of Environmental Management urges cities, towns and businesses…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Diversity
What is it that draws so many of us to the Ocean State and keeps us here, even when opportunities elsewhere beckon? In a word, community. Somehow Rhode…
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TGIF: 18 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Did anything happen this week not involving the New England Patriots and deflated footballs? Indeed. So read on, dear reader, and thanks for stopping…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Time For Deep Breath On RI Statehouse Tax Cuts
Cutting taxes is all the rage at the Rhode Island Statehouse. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay wonders why lawmakers are talking about tax cuts…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: On MLK Day, Let’s Finally Address Public Employment For Minorities
Today is the annual Martin Luther King Jr., holiday. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay ponders what we can do to advance King’s legacy in Rhode Island…
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TGIF: 17 Things to Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Inaugural week is almost over, and the hard work of trying to nudge Rhode Island forward begins anew with a fresh slate of politicos. Thanks for…
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At The Crossroads, Part 8: Fueled By Opioid Abuse, New Hep C Infections Rise
In 2014, hundreds of Rhode Islanders died from accidental drug overdoses. Thousands more remain addicted to prescription painkillers and heroin. For…
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Gina Raimondo Sworn In As Rhode Island’s First Female Governor
Gov. Gina Raimondo was sworn in as the state’s first female governor Tuesday afternoon on the states of the state capitol. A small crowd braved the cold…
