A Massachusetts Senate report on Mount Ida College is expected to find that the college’s board of trustees violated its fiduciary duties in its abrupt…
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Who’s Running For Office in Rhode Island In 2018?
The filing deadline to declare a campaign for public office in Rhode Island passed at 4 p.m. Thursday. But final details have not yet been filed by…
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PawSox Debrief: Outlook Remains Uncertain For New Pawtucket Stadium
The Rhode Island General Assembly ended its 2018 session on Saturday. One of the top issues throughout the session was the fate of legislation to help…
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Pass/Fail? Where Health Legislation Stands As RI Lawmakers Adjourn
Some Health Bills That Passed – Or Died – During this Legislative Session:
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Environmentalists Worry US House Farm Bill Could Affect Quality Of Drinking Water
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed its version of the 2018 Farm Bill, which includes an amendment to repeal the Clean Water Rule.
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RI Lawmakers Pass Bill To Put Hospital Operators Under Oath
Hospital operators seeking permission take over health care facilities in Rhode Island will be required to testify under oath to state regulators under…
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General Assembly Approves PawSox Stadium Bill; Team Non-Committal
The General Assembly ended a years-long legislative debate about an envisioned PawSox stadium in Pawtucket by approving Friday what supporters called…
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TGIF: 11 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
What appears to be the last week of the General Assembly is coming in for landing. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual your tips…
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House Finance Approves PawSox Bill; Debate To Continue Friday
Rhode Island’s House Finance Committee approved legislation Thursday that would help create a new stadium for the Pawtucket Red Sox, although House…
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Senate Bill Aimed At Keeping Hospital Operators Honest
The Senate leadership introduced a bill (S-2893) Wednesday that would require hospital officials to testify under oath to state regulators assessing…
