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RhodyVotes ’16: Clinton’s Ties Run Deep, But Are They Deep Enough?
Rhode Islanders have long supported Democrat Hillary Clinton. She won the 2008 primary against future President Barack Obama, but are residents ready to…
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In Providence, Students Vie For Top Bananagrams Honor
Word-game enthusiasts may be familiar with Bananagrams. Created by a Rhode Island family, it’s kind of like Scrabble, but without a board.
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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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Hillary Clinton Campaign Opens Headquarters In Rhode Island
State lawmakers and local supporters showed up Thursday for the opening of the Hillary Clinton campaign headquarters in Providence. Many of the state’s…
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Raimondo Vows Veto Of Bill Restricting Charter Schools
Governor Gina Raimondo said Wednesday she would veto at least one bill designed to make it harder to open new charter schools. Speaking at an on-the…
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Hoop Icon Bill Walton To Address NE Tech Graduates
Basketball icon Bill Walton, one of only four players in history to win multiple NCAA and NBA championships, will deliver the commencement address at…
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Interim Superintendent Tapped To Lead Providence School System
The Providence Public Schools have named a new superintendent. Chris Maher will lead the state capital’s school system, after serving as interim…
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Former Providence Superintendent To Lead Education Consulting Group
When Sue Lusi said she was leaving the Providence Public Schools to pursue new professional opportunities, she wasn’t kidding. Boston-based consulting…
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Teachers’ Union Seems To Harbor Doubts On School Choice Bill
The leader of one of Rhode Island’s two powerful teachers’ unions sounded unconvinced this week, following the unveiling of State Education Commissioner…
