1. Gordon Fox Goes from State House to Prison Gordon Fox rose from humble roots to hold what is often called the most powerful job in Rhode Island…
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Mattiello On Tolls, Providence, PawSox, 38 Studios & More
House Speaker Nicholas Mattiello sat down in his State House office last week to discuss his priorities for 2016 and his year as speaker. House Speaker…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: The RI Political Night Before Christmas
As the days dwindle to 2016, Scott MacKay has some Christmas and New Year’s thoughts for Rhode Island’s politicians. With sincere apologies to Clement…
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PC Plans Big New Athletic Facility
The golden age of Providence College sports continues as the school today unveiled plans for a $37.5 million athletics center which will include a new…
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No Surprise: The Pats Are Back
After two consecutive losses, the second their worst performance in years, the Patriots are back. Are you surprised? You shouldn’t be. Bill Belichick…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. We’re headed toward the pre-holiday slowdown, although the political hot stove league continues to simmer….
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PC And URI Renew Basketball Rivalry
Providence College basketball coach Ed Cooley had to be joking when he suggested this week that the PC-URI basketball showdown Saturday night is not a…
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TGIF: 15 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column — a little extra breezy this week due to a hectic Friday. As usual your tips and thoughts are welcome via…
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Providence City Archivist Campbell Fired
Paul Campbell, Providence’s veteran city archivist, has been fired just days after being suspended with pay. On Wednesday Campbell confirmed reports…
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TGIF (Thanksgiving Edition): 21 Things To Know About RI Politics & Media
Happy Thanksgiving Weekend! I’m grateful for our listeners/readers at RIPR, my excellent colleagues in the local media, the staffers and spokespeople…
