The emergence of a second Republican candidate for the Cranston House seat held by Speaker Nicholas Mattiello is exposing a conflict within the state…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The General Assembly session is over, the budget is signed, yet politics never takes a holiday. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As…
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The Pulse: For Overdose Patients, Does Privacy Apply?
The question of a patient’s privacy came up during this legislative session. Should the family members of a patient who has overdosed be notified about…
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Stephen Neuman, Joy Fox Leaving Raimondo’s Office
Governor Gina Raimondo’s chief of staff, Stephen Neuman, and her communications director, Joy Fox, are leaving the governor’s office. Neuman will work…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Bernie Sanders Presidential Campaign Winds Down
Bernie Sanders campaign for the Democratic presidential nomination is winding down. Rhode Island Public Radio political analyst Scott MacKay ponders…
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Free Program Drives Uptick In Mattress Recycling
A new recycling program is driving an uptick in the recycling of mattresses and box springs, according to the Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation.
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Burrillville Town Council Key In Stopping Power Plant Legislation
The bills aimed at giving Burrillville residents a say in a tax treaty between the local town council and Invenergy, the company proposing to build a…
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Without Debate, RI House Approves Power Plant Bill
The Rhode Island House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to allow a voter referendum on a possible tax agreement between the Burrillville Town…
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House Budget To Be Released Tuesday
The House Finance Committee is expected to vote Tuesday night on the legislative version of Governor Raimondo’s spending plan. House Speaker Nicholas…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy June, and thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on…
