Before you start that barbeque and get into your favorite beverages, treat yourself to a visit to the Museum of Work and Culture, where the spirit of…
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As Start Of School Draws Nearer, Newport Teachers Remain At An Impasse
Newport teachers wrapped up two days of training Thursday before the new school year starts after Labor Day. But their contract talks remain at an…
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Brown University Adopts New ‘Unified’ Sexual Assault Policy
Brown University has adopted a new single policy on sexual assault. The policy was recommended by a task force last year. That task force was formed…
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Brown University Stance Raises New Questions on PawSox Stadium
The potential cost of buying Brown University-owned land for a PawSox stadium is raising questions about the feasibility of the project, a team…
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As School Sports Gear Up, So Does Risk Of Concussion
As school gets underway across Rhode Island, thousands of kids will sign up to play sports. And with that comes the risk of concussion.
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Green Energy Sector Grows To 10,000 Jobs
Rhode Island’s clean energy sector supports nearly 10,000 jobs, according to a new report from the state’s Office of Energy Resources. The report is…
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State Announces First Settlement In Labor Fraud Crackdown
Cardoso Construction has agreed to pay more than $730,000 to settle allegations from the State Department of Labor and Training. The deal includes back…
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This I Believe Rhode Island: Hope
Hope. It’s what keeps us going when storm clouds move into our lives, in those darkest moments when there seems to be no glimmer of light. Hope. The…
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No Serious Injuries In Construction Collapse At Bryant University
Little information is available about what caused a steel structure to collapse Tuesday morning at Bryant University. But officials at Rhode Island…
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Newport Teachers Work To Make The City More Bike-Friendly
Students in Newport will learn tips during the new school year on how to stay out of harm’s way when they walk and bike to school.
