Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza is opposing National Grid’s proposal to build a natural gas liquefaction facility at Field’s Point in Providence.
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Staying Connected
Here’s the modern lament that comes out of so many of our mouths: If only people would get their noses out of their smartphones, we could return to the…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The doldrums of (mostly) slow news days are upon us, even with just slightly more than three weeks until Rhode Island’s September 13 primary. So thanks…
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New Effort Underway To Ramp Up Marine Tech Development In RI
A group of defense companies and local universities have announced a new partnership aimed at creating a hub for undersea technology. Dubbed the…
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TGIF: 19 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Enjoy the heat while you can, since we’ll be complaining about the cold in four months or so. Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Find Rhode Island’s Secret Shoreline Access Points, All On Your Smartphone
There’s a new cell phone app designed to make getting to the ocean easier for people in Rhode Island. The shoreline access app maps exactly how far you…
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Political Roundtable: Commerce Secretary Pryor On Development, Tax Incentives, And More
Behind the scenes negotiations on the I-195 District, and the inside word from state Commerce Secretary Stefan Pryor.
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Utility Company’s Natural Gas Proposals Face Resistance In RI
National Grid has come under fire for two proposals related to natural gas. The utility company’s goal is to bring down the cost of electricity in the…
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State Commerce Corporation To Consider GE Tax Incentives
The state Commerce Corporation is slated to meet Wednesday to consider incentives meant to secure General Electric jobs in Providence. Governor Gina…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: What Environmental Price For ProvPort, Burrillville Energy Plant Jobs?
The plan to improve the Port of Providence and a proposal to build a new power plan in Burrillville have stirred vigorous debates in recent weeks. Gov….
