There’s a new proposal to develop part of the former I-195 land. The project could bring in long sought-after jobs in the science and health sectors….
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This I Believe Rhode Island: When It Falls Apart
Human foibles and failure. We’ve all had our share during the course of our lives, to varying degrees. Some disappointments and blunders are inevitable;…
Posted inArticle, Education, Health
Graduates: Know Your Health Insurance Options
Congratulations, class of 2015! You’ve got your diploma, and you’re headed out into the world to start your life as an adult. Well done. If you’ve…
Posted inArticle, Education, Environment, Politics
Building Boom For Bryant Athletics, Academics
Four construction projects totaling $71 million are underway at Bryant University. When finished, three will have a direct impact on intercollegiate…
Posted inArticle, Business, Education
The Bottom Line: Providence College’s Economic Impact On The City And State
Providence Business News Editor Mark Murphy joins Rhode Island Public Radio’s Dave Fallon for our weekly business segment The Bottom Line. This week…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: MacKay’s RIC Commencement Speech
RI Public Radio political analyst Scott MacKay delivered the commencement speech at Rhode Island College Saturday, May 16th. He was granted an honorary…
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Grassroots Providence Procession Draws Attention To Water Issues
A group of artists, scientists, educators, and residents who want to promote the health of urban ponds will march in a parade later today in Providence…
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Lawmakers Find Public Schools Bearing More Costs Than Charter Schools
State lawmakers say public schools may be paying more than their fair share to support charter schools. That’s the major finding of a legislative report…
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Rising Tide: For New College Grads, Job Prospects May Be Brightening
New graduates receive diplomas this weekend at the University of Rhode Island. Like grads across the state, they enter a job market showing signs of…
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Three Healthy, Adult Beluga Whales Still Swimming In Narragansett Bay
Three beluga whales spotted in Narragansett Bay are healthy adult males, likely from the Gulf of St. Lawrence in Canada. (Video courtesy of Matt Jarbeau…
