“For over 20 years, Senator William Walaska worked tirelessly in the State Senate advocating for the citizens of Warwick and a strong business climate across the state. Most recently, he helped countless Rhode Islanders by sharing his own story and helped to pass legislation that expanded coverage for experimental uses of prescription drugs. Those of […]Load more...
Providence, RI: More than three dozen high school students – newly arrived in the U.S. from Africa, the Middle East and Central America — are receiving intensive English Language Learning instruction, core academics and support services at a new, innovative program launched by Providence Public Schools. On Monday, April 3, Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, […]Load more...
NUEVA YORK.-El director de Puertos de la Agencia de Aduanas y Protección Fronteriza de los Estados Unidos (CBP, por sus siglas en inglés) en el Aeropuerto Internacional John F. Kennedy, y tres de sus inspectores aseguraron que ese organismo no tiene ninguna persecución contra inmigrantes dominicanos y de otros países latinoamericanos de manera indiscriminada. Los […]Load more...
WASHINGTON, DC – In an effort to recognize and honor the men and women who valiantly served our country during World War II, U.S. Senator Jack Reed will welcome 24 Rhode Island World War II veterans to our nation’s capital tomorrow, Saturday, April 1 at 10:45 a.m., and thank them for their service and sacrifice. […]Load more...
PROVIDENCE, R.I. – Continuing his commitment to bring a steady hand to public finances throughout the state, Rhode Island General Treasurer Seth Magaziner today announced the «Healthy Local Pensions (HELP)» proposal, which will help cities and towns with locally administered pension systems improve performance and reduce costs through the state’s Municipal Employees’ Retirement System (MERS). […]Load more...
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Langevin Statement on House Intelligence Committee Investigation into Russian Interference
Langevin Statement on House Intelligence Committee Investigation into Russian Interference in the Election Washington, D.C- Congressman Jim Langevin (D-RI), a senior member of the House Committees on Armed Services and Homeland Security, issued the following statement in respect to recent developments in the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence’s investigation into Russia’s interference with the […]Load more...
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Cicilline, Gillibrand Introduce Make it in America Manufacturing Communities Act
Bill would help create more good-paying manufacturing jobs in Rhode Island WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman David N. Cicilline (D-RI) and U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand today reintroduced the bipartisan Make it in America Manufacturing Communities Act – legislation that can revitalize Rhode Island’s manufacturing sector and create good-paying jobs for hardworking Rhode Islanders. The proposal has […]Load more...
Senator Nesselbush resigns as Deputy Majority Leader; Calls for More Transparency and Democracy in the State Senate PROVIDENCE, RI– Today, on the floor of the Rhode Island State Senate, Senator Donna M. Nesselbush (D, District 15- Pawtucket and North Providence) resigned her Senate Leadership position as Deputy Majority Leader. While objecting to the Senate Rules, […]Load more...
Providence – More than three dozen high school students – newly arrived in the U.S. from Africa, the Middle East and Central America — are receiving intensive English Language Learning instruction, core academics and support services at a new, innovative program launched by Providence Public Schools. On Monday, April 3, Providence Mayor Jorge O. Elorza, […]Load more...
By Sen. Frank A. Ciccone To say myself, the residents, and the small businesses of the Silver Lake neighborhood are frustrated with Mayor Jorge Elorza would be a great understatement. His unilateral decision to close the Plainfield Street ramp on the 6-10 Connector is a disastrous decision and by doing so, he is effectively turning […]Load more...