Average rental costs went up by about 5.6 percent last year, according new data from HousingWorks, a housing research group at Roger Williams…
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The Big Switch: Does Wind Energy Have A Future In Connecticut?
Wind power is about to go big-time in New England, with the opening of the first offshore wind farm in the U.S., located off the Rhode Island coast. And…
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In Upset, Ranglin-Vassell Defeats DeSimone; Frias Wins In Cranston
In a surprising blow to Rhode Island’s political status quo, first-time candidate Marcia Ranglin-Vassell defeated House Majority Leader John DeSimone…
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URI Awarded $3M Grant For Research Expedition Through Canadian Arctic
The University of Rhode Island has received a three-million dollar grant from the National Science Foundation. The Graduate School of Oceanography will…
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Jury Selection Begins In Trial Of Dan Doyle, Founder Of Institute For International Sport
Jury selection started Monday in the trial of Dan Doyle, who faces charges of embezzlement and other crimes. The accusations stem from Doyle’s role as…
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ProJo Political Columnist Fitzpatrick Leaving For RWU Job
Edward Fitzpatrick, who has been The Providence Journal’s political columnist since 2008, is leaving to become the director of media and public…
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New State Benefits System Goes Live Tuesday
As of Tuesday there’s a new way of applying for state benefits like Medicaid and food stamps, or SNAP. It’s an online application for all Department of…
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Rhody Votes '16: Lombardi, Catanzaro Clash In North Providence Mayoral Race
Longtime North Providence Mayor Charles Lombardi faces a challenge from fellow Democrat Kristen Catanzaro in Tuesday’s primary election. The race is…
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TGIF: 18 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy Weekend and thanks for stopping by for my weekly column! As usual, your tips and comments are welcome, and you can follow me through the week on…
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Manufacturing Cast-Offs Inspire Classroom Teachers For The New School Year
Labor Day has come and gone, schools are back in session, and once again teachers are on the hunt for classroom supplies. Many of them will head…
