WASHINGTON, DC – November 1st, as open enrollment begins for consumers to sign up for health insurance under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), U.S. Senator Jack Reed (D-RI) is encouraging Rhode Islanders to understand their options and select a plan that best fits their needs. During open enrollment, which started November 1st and runs through December […]readmore
Providence, RI (November 1, 2018) – At tonight’s City Council meeting four Tax Stabilization Agreements (TSAs) were passed for the first time. Each will need to be passed one more time by the Council to formally be approved. “We are creating jobs and growing businesses here in Providence,” stated City Council Majority Leader and Chairman of […]readmore
East Greenwich, RI – Steven H. Kitchin, Vice President of Corporate Education and Training at New England Institute of Technology (NEIT), announced that the University will collaborate with EDP Renewables North America (EDPR) and its planned Number Nine Wind Farm to develop and train workers with the knowledge and technical skills required for employment in the […]readmore
On November 6, we have an opportunity to make a strategic investment in higher education in our state and in our local economy by voting to approve ballot Question 2. Approval of ballot Question 2 would authorize $70 million to build new facilities and renovate existing facilities at the University of Rhode Island’s Narragansett Bay […]readmore
PAWTUCKET – The Pawtucket School Department (PSD) and the Department of Public Works have completed major school zone traffic safety upgrades district-wide. The improvements, which were made based on the findings of a district wide study of traffic patterns, are aimed at improving both the safety of the students and relieving congestion around school zones. […]readmore
HealthSource RI offers the cheapest insurance in RI, nearly half of customers pay less than $100 per month for coverage EAST PROVIDENCE, RI (October 29, 2018) – Rhode Islanders: it’s time to put health insurance on your shopping list. Individuals and families looking for coverage starting January 1, 2019 should pick and pay through HealthSource […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – In accordance with a presidential proclamation, Governor Gina M. Raimondo is directing U.S. and Rhode Island flags at all state agencies and buildings to be flown at half-staff until sunset on October 31, 2018 in honor of the victims of yesterday’s shooting at the Tree of Life Synagogue in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. «No […]readmore
“Gov. Raimondo is by far the best candidate for governor of Rhode Island” PROVIDENCE, RI – The Providence Journal “enthusiastically” endorsed Governor Gina Raimondo today for reelection, citing her focused and successful efforts to strengthen Rhode Island’s economy and fix the state’s roads and bridges. “Gov. Gina Raimondo is by far the best candidate […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI, (October 22, 2019)— Halloween is just days away, one of the most popular holidays in this country. Little witches, ghosts, pirates and super heroes will soon take to the streets for trick or treat fun, and the American Red Cross Rhode Island has tips to help everyone stay safe while enjoying the festivities. “Halloween is a fun […]readmore
Senator Reed was joined by the delegation including the Governor, Gina Raimondo, representatives from the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA), and others at the launch of RIPTA’s new, clean energy electric bus service, which is being put into operation as RIPTA works to replace and modernize its bus fleet. RIPTA recently accepted the delivery […]readmore