Governor Raimondo and First Gentleman Andy Moffit host the Christmas tree lighting and holiday celebration at the State House on Thursday, December 1st. The MC of the night was Kasim Yarn, the state’s director of Veterans Affairs. Mr. Yarn started by acknowledging distinguished guests, officers and members of the DAV and Auxiliary, and others who […]readmore
News Podcast LPR News World AIDS Day 2016 The Rhode Island HIV & STI Prevention Coalition WASHINGTON — For nearly three decades every December 1, we’ve heard about the tragedy of AIDS. Activists the world over put a spotlight on the AIDS virus on this day. They encourage testing and distribute leaflets with information on […]readmore
Rhode Island to Receive $6 million in Federal Funding for Early Education PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Governor Gina M. Raimondo today released the following statement on the announcement that Rhode Island will receive $6 million in federal funding for early education: «We are pleased the U.S. Department of Education has announced Rhode Island will receive full […]readmore
State seeks industry collaboration to accelerate deployment of next-generation communications networks PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Gina M. Raimondo today announced her intention to position Rhode Island at the forefront of the development of next-generation broadband networks, including 5G (Fifth Generation Wireless) networks. «To make Rhode Island one of the most desirable places to live, work […]readmore
Wednesday morning the Providence Police and Fire Department had their first Annual tree lighting ceremony at the Providence Public Safety Complex. There was a special performance by the Central High School Choir and of course a visit from Santa Claus. Major Oscar Perez was asked “How do you feel about this Christmas event?” The Mayor […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Secretary Elizabeth Roberts announced that Rhode Island has partnered with the federal Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) to leverage nearly $130 million in federal funds over the next five years to further transform our healthcare system to support better care and healthier Rhode Islanders. These […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, R.I.—Majority Whip Jo-Ann Ryan (Ward 5) today hosted a ribbon cutting ceremony to celebrate the opening of a new recreation center at Pleasant View Elementary School. Ryan was joined by Mayor Jorge Elorza, Council President Luis Aponte, Superintendent of Providence Schools Christopher Maher, leaders from Providence Public Schools and the Providence Recreation Department, representatives […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI – Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Health and Human Services Secretary Elizabeth Roberts today announced the next step in Rhode Island’s healthcare system transformation efforts that will increase access to quality, affordable care and build healthier communities. Rhode Island has received $129.7 million in federal funds that will better position the State to […]readmore
Cranston – La noticia de la muerte del líder cubano Fidel Castro fue llorada por unos y celebrada por otros. Entrevista a la familia Alvares Mirta Álvarez Y Jesús Álvarez Por WRNI1290 AM Providence y en la WEB www.lprnoticias.comreadmore
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Governor Gina M. Raimondo and Health and Human Services Secretary Elizabeth Roberts will announce the next step in Rhode Island’s healthcare system transformation efforts that will increase access to quality, affordable care and build healthier communities. As a part of Reinventing Medicaid 2.0 – Health System Transformation, Rhode Island will: * Improve […]readmore