AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoHealth Care Standoff: Rhode Island seniors on UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage say they lost in-network access to Brown University Health physician offices after stalled rate talks—this is the second year in a row with the same insurer and health system. Public Safety & Weather: Southern New England is watching for evening storms with downpours, gusty winds, and lightning, with flooding risk noted for areas south of the Pike. Wildlife & Conservation: American oystercatchers are rebounding along New England coasts, with Rhode Island beach banding helping track the comeback. Local Politics: Rhode Island’s Sept. 9 primary is shaping up as a busy one, including a competitive Democratic Attorney General race as Peter Neronha is term-limited. Ocean & Economy: A new NSF “Seafood Engine” push brings $15M over two years to strengthen Rhode Island and New England fishing, aquaculture, and seafood processing. Crime Update: A Rhode Island fugitive tied to a 2005 sexual assault trial has been captured after more than 20 years on the run, reportedly living under an alias in Los Angeles.
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