The recent public health emergency due to HIV infections in Indiana is a reminder that HIV and AIDS are still a threat. “HIV cases have been rising in Rhode Island, we must remember,” said AIDS Project RI executive director Stephen Hourahan. “We’re not facing what Indiana is facing, but we need to be vigilant. People […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI – Latino students can apply for more than $500,000 in scholarships at the Rhode Island Foundation. The assistance helps students pay for educational expenses such as tuition, fees and books. “Every one of these scholarships makes dreams come true for our donors and our recipients,” said Neil Steinberg, the Foundation’s president and […]readmore
Providence, RI– In the span of a month- over 20,000 visitors will be descending on Providence for conventions and conferences expected to generate over $10 million in direct economic impact. From March 10th through April 12th expect to see an eclectic mix that includes among others thousands of artists, musicians, construction and manufacturing professionals […]readmore
JAMESTOWN – RITBA will be holding the second of two public meetings ahead of the installation of the new median barrier for the Newport Pell Bridge tonight in Jamestown. Construction on the new median barrier will begin in mid March 2015 and is expected to be complete in May 2015. The median barrier will run the span of the […]readmore
*Providence, R.I.* – Led by Rhode Island’s leading public school choice organizations—including members of the charter public school and independent public school communities—families, community members and advocacy leaders from across the state will make their voices heard on Wednesday, March 4 to protect public school choice options for Rhode Islanders. The rally will call on […]readmore
Latino Public Radio and Blue Cross Blue Shield of Rhode Island has been partnering for the past two years broadcasting a talk radio program called Sin Seguro (The Uninsured). Sin Seguro is a one- hour monthly talk show hosted by Dr. Pablo Rodriguez, with a representative of Blue Cross that offers information about resources available […]readmore
PAWTUCKET — Mayor Donald R. Grebien is holding his second round of “Mayor’s Community Meetings” this year at schools throughout the city, which began on Thursday, October 2 at the Flora S. Curtis Elementary School, 582 Benefit St. The meetings are offered as an ongoing opportunity for residents, business people, or any member of […]readmore
PAWTUCKET— Free hearing screenings will be offered at Memorial Hospital of Rhode Island on October 28, 29 and 30, 2014 in the Physical Medicine Department. Audiologists at Memorial Hospital encourage local residents to have regular hearing screenings to identify hearing loss. Audiologists from the Physical Medicine Department will conduct the screenings and analyze results. Hearing […]readmore
Helping high school students find their own pathway to careers in science, healthcare, business, and technology. OPEN HOUSE WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2014 5:00 – 7:30 PM Current and prospective students and their families are invited to attend and get a first-hand look at the education and formation that makes ACE so unique and learn more about […]readmore
NBC 10’s Alison Bologna will be emceeing this year’s AIDS Walk for Life, which is just days away. Ms. Bologna anchors Channel 10’s 7 p.m. news during the week with Dan Jaehnig, as well as the 5:30 p.m. news with Gene Valicenti. Rhode Island Monthly readers recently voted her top female television news reporter in […]readmore