U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, a Rhode Island Democrat, citing ethical lapses and misuse of taxpayer money, today called for the firing of Environmental…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: U.S. Citizenship and the Census
Providence County is participating in a trial run of the 2020 U.S. Census. RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay traces how something that shouldn’t…
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DEM Urges Trout Fishermen To Beware On Opening Day
Opening day for trout season is right around the corner, and the RI DEM is reminding anglers – particularly those fishing from a boat – to be careful in…
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Offshore Wind Could Be A Boon To New London’s Port
Three developers have submitted bids to sell offshore wind to Connecticut. That could mean big things for New London’s economy, but officials and…
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PawSox Opening Night At McCoy Stadium Postponed Due to Weather
The Pawtucket Red Sox open their 46 th home season Friday night at McCoy Stadium – if the Weather Gods cooperate, of course. Just got word that the bad…
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Academic Medicine A Big Driver Of RI Economy, Study Shows
A new study by the Association of American Medical Colleges offers fresh evidence that academic medicine is a major driver of Rhode Island’s economy.
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RI To Hold First Black Film Festival
Rhode Island is holding its first black film festival this month, as April marks 50 years since the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
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Offshore Wind Company Accepting Public Comments On Proposed Project In MA
An offshore wind developer is seeking comments from the public on potential environmental impacts of its proposed Massachusetts project, which could be…
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Maine In, N.H. Out for Energy Contract with Massachusetts
Massachusetts energy officials have announced they’re going with Plan B to bring Canadian hydroelectric power to the Bay State. They’ve selected a back…
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MLK’s Assassination Inspires Change At URI
April 4th, 2018 marks 50 years since the assasination of civil rights activist Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. King inspired change in America through…
