A new study shows that Newport could face steep economic losses due to rising seas and storm surge related to climate change. That’s because 17 percent …
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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…
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First Significant Snowstorm Of ’16 Arrives In RI
About half of Block Island remained without power as of late Sunday morning due to the winter storm, which pummeled the island with wind gusts up to 75…
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Providence, Pawtucket Issue Snow Parking Bans
The Providence snow parking ban will begin at 10 p.m. this evening, according to an announcement from Mayor Jorge Elorza. The Pawtucket parking ban will…
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Providence, Pawtucket Issue Snow Parking Bans
The Providence snow parking ban will begin at 10 p.m. this evening, according to an announcement from Mayor Jorge Elorza. The Pawtucket parking ban will…
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Meteorologists Keeping An Eye On Potential Snowstorm
Temperatures are hovering in the mid-twenties Tuesday and are expected to drop into the teens overnight. The cold weather is likely to last through the …
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Biggest Environmental Stories Of 2016? Wind Turbines And Fights Over Energy
2015 had no shortage of stories about the environment and energy, including the start of construction on Deepwater Wind’s Block Island Wind Farm. Rhode…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The General Assembly is back, and the political year kicks into gear. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips and comments are…
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State’s Years-Long Battle With Metal Recyling Business Reaches Critical Turning Point
State officials are asking the court to appoint a receiver in their quest to stop pollution from a metal recycling business on the Providence waterfront…
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Pagliarini Wins, As Truck Toll Issue Runs Hot In State Senate Special Election
Republican John Pagliarini — the winner of Tuesday’s special election in state Senate District 11 — and Democratic rival Jim Seveney say opposition…
