Initial tests of new video system show promise in effort to assist policy-makers and regulators in making science-based decisions A new video system designed by UMass Dartmouth School for Marine Science and Technology (SMAST) scientists to assess the population of cod has passed its first major test, giving the researchers confidence that they can use […]readmore
Cranston – The Cranston Police Department is announcing the launch of our new free smartphone application, “My Police Department” or “MyPD” for short. The MyPD app allows citizens to download an app for their Android or iPhone device and easily connect with the Cranston Police Department. The app has approximately 40 potential features and includes […]readmore
Providence – La ciudad de Providence informo que puso en operación el portal para dar difusión permanente sobre las casas abandonadas y ofrecer una herramienta tecnológica de cobertura amplia en constante actualización. El portal puede consultarse en la dirección http://www.providenceri.com/every-home-pvd-espanol El Alcalde Jorge O. Elorza creó el programa de EveryHome para revitalizar y llenar cada […]readmore
SAUGUS – February 4, 2016 – The Baker-Polito Administration today awarded Green Communities designation grants totaling $338,605 to Essex ($130,270) and Saugus ($208,335) to fund clean energy projects. These North Shore municipalities became Green Communities in the ninth round of designations in December. «Cities and towns across the state are progressing toward a clean, affordable […]readmore
Providence Children’s Museum is the BEST place for school vacation fun! The Museum is open daily during vacation, Saturday, February 13 – Sunday, February 21 from 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM, with special activities and performances all week long: *Heart Smart** **Saturday & Sunday, February 13 & 14 • 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM* Celebrate […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Jorge Elorza announced the Summer of Learning campaign to address the issue of summer learning loss which disproportionally affects low-income students and students of color in the public school system. «Each year, summer learning loss causes our kids to fall behind in their education,» said Mayor Elorza. «I asked a talented […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI – Mayor Jorge Elorza joined Curt Spaulding an administrator from the Environmental Protection Agency and a team of experts to discuss the city’s resiliency and preparedness for the long-term effects of the global climate crisis. «A resilient city is one that’s prepared to adapt and continue to move forward no matter what challenges […]readmore
STATE HOUSE – Rep. Grace Diaz (D-Dist. 11, Providence) met with Rhode Island’s World Diabetes Day team today to make check presentations to three charitable organizations. It was the culmination of a fund-raising campaign by the World Diabetes Day organization. Rep. Grace Diaz (D-Dist. 11, Providence), front, third from right, along with other members of […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI: seis organizaciones sin fines de lucro que prestan servicio a la comunidad latina compartirán $6,450 en subvenciones de la Fundación Rhode Island a través del fondo Juanita Sánchez Community Fund, fundado en memoria de la activista latina fallecida. El fondo se creó en 1992 gracias a las contribuciones de amigos y familiares de […]readmore
CENTRAL FALLS – Today, the Central Falls Housing Authority (CFHA) announced its recognition as a Public Housing Assessment System (PHAS) High Performer for 2015. PHAS is a program implemented by the United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to measure the performance of public housing agencies across the country. CFHA received a score […]readmore