Across the ocean state, cities and towns are gearing up for July 4th. Parades are stepping off all weekend from South County to Burrillville. Bristol…
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Providence Police Conduct Active Shooter Drill At Convention Center
Providence police conducted an active shooter drill in the capitol city Thursday/ The simulation is part of routine training, but it comes after one of…
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Governor’s Budget A Mixed Bag For The Environment
Governor Gina Raimondo has signed an $8.9 billion budget into law. It includes millions of dollars for environmental initiatives. Rhode Island Public…
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The Pulse: Sen. Walaska On Bill That Requires Coverage Of Off-Label Rx Use
Imagine having a life-threatening disease that isn’t responding to the typical drugs. But there’s a drug out there – FDA-approved for other conditions –…
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A Tribute To Bristol’s 231st July Fourth Celebration
Bristol – There will be floats, bands and puppets, the trill of bagpipes and Sousa marches. The sailors will step smartly down Hope Street, where the…
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In RI, Seasonal Unemployment Spikes, While Wait Times Decrease
Unemployment claims in Rhode Island hit a high this month. The Unemployment Insurance Call Center is currently in a “peak period,” with almost 1,800…
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Providence-Newport Ferry Service To Resume This Week
Starting Friday, ferry boats will sail Narragansett Bay, connecting Providence and Newport for the first time since 2009. The high-speed ferry is…
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RI Drivers Could Recieve $570M From Volkswagon Settlement Payout
After admitting to cheating on emissions tests, car manufacturer Volkswagon will pay more than $10 billion in settlements across the U.S. $570 million…
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One-Third Of RI House Republicans Not Seeking Re-Election
Four of the 12 Republican state reps in the House of Representatives are not seeking re-election, raising further questions about the GOP’s ability to…
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Community Activist Joins Primary Race Against Rep. Carnevale
Community activist Lisa Scorpio has joined the Democratic primary field running against state Rep. John Carnevale (D-Providence).
