In New Bedford, a migrant teen traded her job in a fish processing plant for a high school education. Now, she’s struggling to figure out how to survive financially. And, is Rhode Island losing tourism dollars by not emphasizing the Ocean State’s prominent role in American history? Also, the holidays are here and so are some unwelcome guests: COVID, the flu and the virus known as RSV. We’ll hear from a medical director at the Rhode Island Department of Health. Plus, stone carver Karin Sprague makes grave markers that are works of art and comfort.
GUESTS:
- Nadine Sebai, The Public’s Radio reporter
- Ian Donnis, The Public’s Radio Political Reporter
- Lynn Arditi, The Public’s Radio Political Reporter
- Dr. Philip Chan, a medical director for the Rhode Island Department of Health
LINKS:
- Without a work permit, a young migrant in New Bedford worries about her debt
- How should Rhode Island promote its heritage?
- ‘Tis the season for viruses, but Rhode Island doctor says common sense can keep people healthy
- Karin Sprague creates gravestones that are works of art and comfort
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