A fashion superstar from the 1990’s, Todd Oldham is the subject of a dazzling retrospective at the RISD Museum, All of Everything: Todd Oldham Fashion….
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RISD’s Long-Serving Docent Pearl Nathan, 102, Honored With Cafe
There’s something new at the Rhode Island School of Design in Providence, opening Wednesday June 22. Visitors to the RISD Museum have been unable to use…
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Street Closures, Bus Changes Begin For PVD Fest
Downtown Providence will be busy this weekend with a major music festival, RISD commencement and the Southern New England Heart Walk. Most of the…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Can Rhode Islanders Evah Stop Being So Negative?
New Public opinion surveys show Rhode Islanders are pessimistic about the future. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says it’s time for some new perspective. The latest poll from Bryant University’s Hassenfeld Insitute shows just 31 percent of Ocean State voters think the state is headed in the right direction, while 50 percent now say it’s […]
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House & Senate Leaders Back Proposal To Strengthen RI Ethics Commission
One week after the resignation of a key lawmaker, House and Senate leaders on Tuesday put their combined support behind a proposal to strengthen the…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Spring Renewal
During this time of year our thoughts and instincts often turn toward renewal and rebirth. When we are really paying attention, it’s time to marvel at…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy mid-April, 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…
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Embattled Marketing Director Resigns; Raimondo Vows Improved Tourism Campaign
Responding to a week of criticism over the state’s new tourism campaign, Governor Gina Raimondo announced Friday she has accepted the resignation of…
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In RI, One Law For Reporting Child Abuse, Two Different Interpretations
In the aftermath of allegations of past sexual abuse of students by employees at St. George’s School in Middletown, the school has been accused of…
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On Economy, Raimondo Cites ‘Measurable Progress’ In RI; Raps Negativity
During a lunchtime conversation with reporters Tuesday, Governor Gina Raimondo offered fresh details on the state’s pursuit of General Electric, touted…
