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Justice Department Sues Rhode Island Department of Education and Providence Public School District for Racial Discrimination Against Teachers
The Department of Justice filed a lawsuit today against the Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) and the Providence Public School District (PPSD) over their “Educators of Color Loan Forgiveness Program” (Program) through which new PPSD...
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Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency to Host First-Ever Senior Preparedness BINGO
RHODE ISLAND, September 15 - Media Advisory Contact: Courtney Marciano For Immediate Release 401-318-0911 Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency to Host First-Ever Senior Preparedness BINGO Promoting Safety and Resilience Among Older Rhode...
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Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency to Host First-Ever Senior Preparedness BINGO
Media Advisory Contact: Courtney Marciano For Immediate Release 401-318-0911 Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency to Host First-Ever Senior Preparedness BINGO Promoting Safety and Resilience Among Older Rhode Islanders Smithfield, RI —...
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AdCare Rhode Island Appoints New Executive Director as Facility Expansion Nears Completion to Serve More People Struggling with Addiction
NORTH KINGSTOWN, Rhode Island, Sept. 15, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- AdCare Rhode Island has appointed Nicole Paliotti as its new Executive Director. As a trusted healthcare leader who has served the Rhode Island community for decades, Nicole brings...
Rhode Island State Archives to Display Bill of Rights in Recognition of Constitution Day
RHODE ISLAND, September 11 - PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will hold a special viewing of Rhode Island's copy of the Bill of Rights on September 17,...
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Rhode Island State Archives to Display Bill of Rights in Recognition of Constitution Day
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the Rhode Island State Archives today announced that the State Archives will hold a special viewing of Rhode Island's copy of the Bill of Rights on September 17, Constitution Day, from 10 a.m....
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USA Mobile Drug Testing Brings New Franchisees on Board in Rhode Island
TAMPA, FL, UNITED STATES, September 8, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Following more than a decade of growth and success under the USAMDT franchise system, Tom Underhill, who ran USAMDT of Rhode Island, is transitioning to retirement, and has sold...
Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month
RHODE ISLAND, September 3 - For Immediate Release Courtney Marciano September 3, 2025 401-318-0911 Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month New platform enhances accessibility, streamlines...
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Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month
For Immediate Release Courtney Marciano September 3, 2025 401-318-0911 Rhode Island Emergency Management Agency Launches New Website During National Preparedness Month New platform enhances accessibility, streamlines resources, and strengthens...
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Rhode Island Woman Injured in ATV Crash in Success
CONTACT: Conservation Officer Nathan G. Superchi 603-788-4850 September 2, 2025 Success, NH – On Saturday, August 30, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers were notified of a 911 satellite text of an...
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Rhode Island Woman Injured in ATV Crash in Success
CONTACT: Conservation Officer Nathan G. Superchi 603-788-4850 September 2, 2025 Success, NH – On Saturday, August 30, 2025, at approximately 1:45 p.m., New Hampshire Fish and Game Conservation Officers were notified of a 911 satellite text of an...
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Travel Advisory: Next Route 113 Traffic Shift in Warwick Scheduled for September 19
RHODE ISLAND, September 16 - As part of its ongoing bridge replacement project, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on Friday night, September 19, will begin shifting travel lanes on Route 113 (East Avenue) where it passes over...
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Connecticut and Rhode Island to Sue to Overturn Baseless Revolution Wind Stop Work Order
Press Releases 09/04/2025 Connecticut and Rhode Island to Sue to Overturn Baseless Revolution Wind Stop Work Order Fully Permitted, Nearly Complete Revolution Wind Expected to Power 350,000 New England Homes, Save Ratepayers Hundreds of Millions...
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Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Latino Arts Install "Somos Rhode Island" Exhibit at Rhode Island State House
RHODE ISLAND, September 2 - PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Marta V. Martínez, Founder and Executive Director of Rhode Island Latino Arts, today announced the opening of Somos Rhode Island, an exhibit featuring portrait...
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Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore, Rhode Island Latino Arts Install "Somos Rhode Island" Exhibit at Rhode Island State House
PROVIDENCE, RI – Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and Marta V. Martínez, Founder and Executive Director of Rhode Island Latino Arts, today announced the opening of Somos Rhode Island, an exhibit featuring portrait paintings by René Gómez of...
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Newport Cannabis Co. Celebrates Grand Opening of Rhode Island’s Most Complete Cannabis Dispensary
Top state cultivator and brand Hangar 420 brings its expertise to retailing, offering the best values on high-quality products, plus statewide same-day delivery PORTSMOUTH, RI, UNITED STATES, September 2, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Rhode...
Voter Information Available for Upcoming City and Town Council Special Elections
PROVIDENCE, RI, RHODE ISLAND, September 16 - Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division announced that informational materials for candidates and voters are now available for the upcoming special elections...
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Travel Advisory: Next Route 113 Traffic Shift in Warwick Scheduled for September 19
As part of its ongoing bridge replacement project, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) on Friday night, September 19, will begin shifting travel lanes on Route 113 (East Avenue) where it passes over I-95 and I-295 in Warwick. The...
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U.S. National Science Foundation Awards Nearly $1 Million Scholarship Grant to Johnson & Wales University, Rhode Island
Grant will provide 12 biology students up to $15,000 renewable scholarships throughout their undergraduate studies PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Johnson & Wales University has been awarded a nearly $1...
Crestwood Advisors Named to Barron’s 2025 Top 100 RIA Firms List
Boston, Sept. 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Crestwood Advisors (“Crestwood”), a boutique investment advisory and wealth management firm based in Boston and with offices in Connecticut and Rhode Island, is pleased to announce it has been named to...