I really, really hope the University of Rhode Island beats Davidson in the Atlantic 10 semifinals Saturday afternoon in Pittsburgh and then defeats…
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Facing Change: From War-Torn Syria To Snowy Prep School, Syrian Refugees Seek Education In Vermont
Many small towns in New England are eager to welcome refugees from the war in Syria, but that doesn’t seem likely under President Donald Trump’s…
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Study: Limited Economic Benefit To Renovate Or Rebuild McCoy
The multi-million dollar investment it would take to upgrade McCoy Stadium, home of the Pawtucket Red Sox, or raze the ballpark and build a new one on…
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Tom Brady, David Oritz Top Sports Stories Of 2016
Championships eluded New England’s Big Four this year, but the Patriots, Red Sox, Celtics and Bruins still provided us with memorable moments. So did…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: What RI Democrats And Republicans Can Learn From A Caustic Campaign
The days are dwindling in the most caustic presidential campaign in modern history. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay wonders if we can learn some…
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Lasting Memories From The Rio Olympics
The Rio Olympics are history, its torch extinguished Sunday night amid an explosion of color and sound befitting the conclusion of this quadrennial…
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Bill Malinowski, ProJo Investigative Reporter, Has Died
Bill Malinowski, a highly respected Providence Journal investigative reporter, has died at age 57 after being stricken with ALS, commonly known as Lou…
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Richard C. “Dick” Lee, 1930-2016
If you played high-school baseball in Rhode Island from the 1950s to the early 2000s, Dick Lee probably umpired one of your games. If you ran cross…
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TGIF: 22 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Baseball is back, and the contact sport of politics continues unabated. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: A Crucial Pawtucket Red Sox Season Begins
Baseball is back in New England. The Boston Red Sox open their home season this afternoon at Fenway Park and the team hopes to rebound after a last…
