The McKee Administration announced Monday that it has awarded $204,000 in grants to 21 community-based organizations that will assist with Medicaid renewal outreach. The grants are part of a $288,000 program launched by the Executive Office of Health and Human Services to help ensure that all Medicaid recipients are eligible to continue receiving coverage. “We […]
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Traffic Advisory: Crossover to the east side of Washington Bridge to shift
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on Saturday provided the following advisory regarding the Washington Bridge. As part of its ongoing project to reduce congestion and travel times and provide three lanes of travel in both directions of I-195 over the Washington Bridge, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will be shifting the […]
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Road Report: Schedule of lane closures and road construction projects (April 6 – 13)
The following road and lane closure notices have been scheduled by the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) and Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority (RITBA). All schedules are weather-dependent and subject to change. RITBA Weekly Lane Closure Updates April 7 – 13, 2024 Newport Claiborne Pell BridgeUpcoming improvements in the roadway between the old […]
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Recap: This week at the Rhode Island General Assembly
Here are the highlights from news and events in the General Assembly this week. For more information on any of these items, visit http://www.rilegislature.gov/pressrelease House OKs McNamara bill to re-establish academy to assist parenting teensThe House of Representatives has approved legislation (2024-H 7560) introduced byRep. Joseph M. McNamara (D-Dist. 19, Warwick, Cranston) that would re-establishthe […]
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RIDOT provides an update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 project
The Rhode Island Department of Transporation (RIDOT) today provided the following weekly update on the Pell Bridge Ramps Phase 2 Project; “As a reminder, tonight at 5 p.m. we’ll have an extended weekend left lane closure on both directions of Route 138 between the Pell Bridge and JT Connell Highway to replace the center median. On Tuesday night from […]
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Rhode Island hires legal team to pursue damages over Washington Bridge failure
The Rhode Island Governor’s Office has hired two top legal professionals to help the state pursue damages against those responsible for the Washington Bridge failure. Max Wistow and Jonathan Savage will form the outside legal team that will be led by Wistow, who is a principal of Wistow, Sheehan & Loveley. “We want to make […]
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Rhode Island to conduct forest health treatments to prevent wildfires
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management announced plans to conduct forest health treatments to help prevent wildfires from spreading from the Carolina Management Area to nearby communities. A release from the DEM said that a crew of professional foresters would create a shaded fuel break along stretches of forestland that borders fire roads in […]
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Rhode Island Airport Corporation to host virtual town hall meeting on General Aviation airports
The Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) will host a virtual town hall meeting on Wednesday, April 17, to discuss the current status of the state’s general aviation airports. The public information session will be held at noon and is open to local officials and members of the public. The session will be held via Zoom. […]
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Rep. Carson to host a Constituent Meeting on April 16
Rhode Island House Representative Lauren Carson will host a constituent meeting for District 75 residents on April 16, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM in The Friends Room at The Newport Public Library, 300 Spring St, Newport, RI 02840. Carson represents Newport House District 75 in the Rhode Island House of Representatives. The Representative […]
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Rhode Island Foundation announces $4 million in scholarships for Rhode Island students
The Rhode Island Foundation has announced that $4 million in scholarships are available to students in Rhode Island who are pursuing higher education. The funds can be used to cover the cost of tuition, fees, and books. The scholarships are being made available by dozens of individual and organizational donors. One of the largest scholarships, […]
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What’s On The Docket: Newport City Council Meeting on April 10
Newport City Council will host their next Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, April 10, at 6:30 pm. The meeting is open to the public and will occur in the City Council Chambers at Newport City Hall. Here’s a look at what’s on the docket; CITY OF NEWPORT DOCKET FOR THE REGULAR […]
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Rhode Island delegation seeks updates on SBA loans for businesses impacted by Washington Bridge closure
Rhode Island’s congressional delegation is pushing the Small Business Administration for updates on how businesses impacted by the Washington Bridge closure are faring. In a letter to the SBA, the delegation noted that the closure of the bridge’s westbound span has had a major impact on traffic in the Providence area. Many businesses have been […]
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Rhode Island bill would replace Coastal Resources Management Council with new Department of Coastal Resources
A bill has been introduced that would replace the existing Coastal Resources Management Council (CRMC) with a new Department of Coastal Resources. The legislation is currently under consideration by the State House and Senate. The legislation was sponsored by Sen. Victoria Gu and Rep. Terri Cortvriend and championed by Attorney General Peter Neronha, who has […]
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Middletown to host a workshop on recognizing anxious behaviors in children
The Middletown Outreach Department is hosting a workshop to help parents better understand and recognize anxious behaviors in their children. The presentation, titled Supporting Our Children Who Live with Anxiety, will be led by Carolyn Souza, LICSW, Clinical Director of Children’s Services at Looking Upwards Inc., on Tuesday, April 23, from 6 p.m. to 7:30 […]
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Newport Police Arrest & Dispatch Log: April 2 – 3
According to their Arrest Log for Tuesday, April 2, through 7 am on Wednesday, April 3, 2024, Newport Police Department made one arrest on Tuesday, April 2. Arrest Log At 12:52 pm on Tuesday, April 2, Troy Butler, 50, whose address was not disclosed, was taken into custody by Detective Moseley on charges of Violation […]
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Biden and Trump win Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and Wisconsin primaries
By JONATHAN J. COOPER Associated Press KENOSHA, Wis. (AP) — Voters in four states weighed in Tuesday on their parties’ presidential nominees, a largely symbolic vote now that both President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump have locked up the Democratic and Republican nominations. Biden and Trump easily won primaries in Rhode Island, Connecticut, New York and Wisconsin, adding to their delegate hauls […]
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Turnout cracks 5% as Rhode Island primary voters back Biden and Trump
by Nancy Lavin, Rhode Island CurrentApril 2, 2024 Rhode Island’s lackluster presidential contest fizzled to a close Tuesday, with President Joe Biden and Donald Trump declared winners by the Associated Press 10 minutes after polls closed. Both Biden and Trump have already clinched their party nominations unofficially based on delegate counts from prior states primaries […]
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RIPTA to hold public hearings on revised proposed service changes
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) will hold public hearings on revised proposed service changes on Monday, April 8, in Providence and Monday, April 15, in West Warwick. RIPTA first announced proposed reductions in service statewide in February as a direct response to its driver shortage, a longstanding issue that RIPTA has been trying […]
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Rhode Island Senate approves legislation to consider climate change in economic development plans
The Rhode Island Senate has approved legislation that would require the consideration of climate change and rising sea levels in economic development plans. “Our changing climate and the rising seas are a reality with profound effects on our future here in Rhode Island,” said Sen. Pamela Lauria, D-Barrington, who sponsored the legislation. “When we are […]
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Rhode Island lawmakers propose bill to improve mental health, substance abuse coverage
A new law is proposed by two Rhode Island lawmakers to address a problem they say is a result of a lack of adequate mental and substance abuse treatment coverage by health insurance. The legislation would require insurers to cover chronic or pervasive mental and substance use disorders to the same extent as they would […]
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Providence man sentenced to six years in federal prison for fentanyl trafficking
A Providence man was sentenced to six years in federal prison after pleading guilty to fentanyl trafficking charges, the office of U.S. Attorney Zachary Cunha says. Hector Diaz, 30, was accused of arranging for over half a dozen substantial-sized deliveries of fentanyl to another person between late November 2021 and November 2022, prosecutors say. The […]
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Newport City Council to host FY 2025 Budget Workshops
Newport City Council will host a series of workshops on the FY 2025 Budget in April and May. Each workshop will focus on a different area of the budget. The schedule of workshops includes the following; Tuesday, April 23, at 5:30 pm: Budget Overview, General Fund, Revenues, Capital Projects, New Positions, Police. Monday, April 29, […]
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Senate Committee to vote on bills protecting forests, banning captive hunting
The Senate Environment and Agriculture Committee will vote on two bills on Wednesday that aim to protect large forest blocks and prevent the captivity of wild and domestic animals. One of the measures, called the Act on Coasts, would require the creation of a statewide plan to protect coastal areas from erosion and flooding. The […]
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Rhode Island Presidential Preference Primary will take place on April 2
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division are today issuing final reminders for eligible voters who wish to participate in the Presidential Preference Primary taking place tomorrow, April 2, 2024.
Early voting continues today through 4 p.m. Eligible voters can find their early voting location online at vote.ri.gov or by contacting their local board of canvassers.
All mail ballots must be received by the Board of Elections by 8 p.m. on April 2. Mail ballots can be returned in any secure elections drop box, at the Board of Elections, at your local board of canvassers’ office, or in-person at a polling place on Election Day.
Polling places will be open tomorrow from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m., with the exception of New Shoreham, where polls will open at 12 p.m. Voters can find their Election Day polling place by looking up their voting record online here.
The RI Department of State does not report election results, but information about voter turnout is available on vote.ri.gov.
To learn more about elections in Rhode Island, register to vote, or check your registration status, visit vote.ri.gov.
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El Departamento de Estado de RI Emite los últimos Recordatorios para las Primarias de Preferencia Presidencial
PROVIDENCE, RI – El Secretario de Estado Gregg M. Amore y la División de Elecciones del Departamento de Estado de RI emiten hoy los últimos recordatorios para aquellos votantes que deseen participar en las primarias de preferencia presidencial que se realizarán mañana, 2 de abril del 2024.
La votación por adelantado continúa hasta las 4:00 p.m. del dÃa de hoy. Los votantes eligibles para votar pueden encontrar su lugar para votación por adelantado en lÃnea en vota.ri.gov o comunicándose con la junta local de elecciones.
Todas las papeletas de votación por correo deben ser recibidas por la Junta Estatal de Elecciones antes de las 8:00 p.m. del 2 de abril. Los votos por correo pueden devolverse en cualquiera de los buzones electorales seguros, en la Junta Estatal de Elecciones, en su junta local de elecciones o en persona en su local de votación el DÃa de las Elecciones.
Los lugares de votación estarán abiertos mañana de 7:00 a.m. hasta las 8:00 p.m., a excepción de New Shoreham, donde las urnas abrirán a las 12:00 p.m. Los votantes pueden encontrar su lugar de votación el DÃa de las Elecciones buscando su registro de votente en lÃnea aquÃ.
El Departamento de Estado de RI no informa sobre los resultados de las elecciones, pero la información sobre la participación electoral está disponible en vota.ri.gov.
Para obtener más información sobre las elecciones en Rhode Island, inscribirse para votar o comprobar el estado de su registro, visite vota.ri.gov.
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Healthcare study highlights challenges faced by hospitals in Rhode Island
A new comprehensive study by the Rhode Island Foundation examining the financial structure of hospitals in Rhode Island revealed significant disparities in reimbursement rates. According to the Hospital Association of Rhode Island, “Specifically, it found that the average inpatient reimbursement from private insurers is 20% greater in Massachusetts and Connecticut compared to Rhode Island, while […]