The Rhode Island House of Representatives voted overwhelmingly to allow a voter referendum on a possible tax agreement between the Burrillville Town…
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House Finance Passes $8.9 Billion Budget; Floor Vote Set For Next Wednesday
On a 14 to 2 vote, the House Finance Committee approved early Wednesday an almost $9 billion budget for the fiscal year starting July 1.
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No RI state tax or fee increases in House Budget Proposal
RIPR’s Ian Donnis is staking out the Statehouse this evening on budget watch. According to his interview with House Speaker Nick Mattiello, D-Cranston,…
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Padwa Leaving Magaziner’s Office For Private Practice; Marr To Be CoS
Jeff Padwa, the chief of staff for general treasurer Seth Magaziner, is headed back to the private sector. Padwa is joining the politically well known…
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Westerly Town Council Considers Buying Bradford Quarry
The Westerly Town Council is considering buying a quarry that has been a source of complaints and lawsuits over the course of more than five years. As a…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Is Rhode Island’s Hospital Establishment Overbuilt?
Memorial Hospital is cutting back services and closing its maternity service. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says Rhode Island’s health care system…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
Happy June, 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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Street Closures, Bus Changes Begin For PVD Fest
Downtown Providence will be busy this weekend with a major music festival, RISD commencement and the Southern New England Heart Walk. Most of the…
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Institute For International Sport Founder Says He’ll Be Vindicated
Dan Doyle, who faces a September trial on 18 counts related to the Institute for International Sport, held a news conference Thursday to say he’s been…
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Raimondo Non-Committal On Whether She’d Veto Burrillville Power Plant Bill
Governor Gina Raimondo remains non-committal on whether she will veto a bill requiring local approval for a controversial power plant in Burrillville….
