AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoTransit & State Budget: Rhode Island’s budget closes RIPTA’s projected $14M gap for now, using recurring gas tax and Highway Maintenance Account revenue—so no new round of cuts this fiscal year, though earlier route reductions still stand. Public Health: RIDOH and DEM warn people to avoid contact with Lake Mishnock in West Greenwich due to harmful algae blooms, including no swimming, fishing, or drinking untreated water. Local Governance: Barrington Town Council weighs petitioning the state to reopen long-closed shellfishing areas in the Palmer River, Barrington River, and Hundred Acre Cove, pushing for water-quality testing. Community & Events: Westerly’s Ocean Community Chamber gears up for the 24th annual River Glow along the Pawcatuck River, with a free night of music, performers, and floating bonfires. Courts & Safety: A Providence shooting case ends with a Fall River man sentenced to life in prison for the 2022 murder of Biniam Tsegai. Diocese Lawsuits: More than 50 lawsuits have been filed against the Roman Catholic Diocese of Providence since Rhode Island’s two-year revival window for abuse claims took effect July 1.
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