The Cranston Police Department takes an average of 1200 theft related offenses a year. A majority of these offenses involve items that do not have an individualized serial number or identification system that can be used to link the item to an owner, and a serial number is only effective if the owner maintains a […]readmore
WASHINGTON, DC – As a result of a law written by U.S. Senator Jack Reed, Rhode Island will receive $3 million this year to help create affordable rental housing in communities throughout the state. Senator Reed created the National Housing Trust Fund (HTF) in 2008 as part of the Housing and Economic Recovery Act, to […]readmore
Providence – El Departamento de Bomberos reporto que encontraron una persona muerta en una casa vacante, luego de un incendio la madrugada del miércoles. Bomberos llegaron hasta la escena en la Avenida Linwood y encontraron la estructura envuelta en llamas. Investigadores del departamento recogieron evidencia para determinar la manera en cómo empezó el fuego, el […]readmore
Lou Lorscheider U.S. President Barack Obama is to visit Flint, Michigan, Wednesday to review federal and state progress in ending the city’s contaminated water crisis. Obama is expected to be greeted by Michigan Governor Rick Snyder, who has come under withering criticism from locals, as well as federal officials, lawmakers and civil rights activists for […]readmore
LPR 1290 AM PROVIDENCE LPR’s Community Excellence Awards Gala is a couple weeks away but we wanted to introduce you to this year’s recipients. We have what we have named LPR’s Class of 2016, Foundation Builders and then there are our Future Builders. The award is in recognition of their passion, commitment, leadership, achievements and […]readmore
Pawtucket – Congressman Cicilline greeted a diverse group of students with their family and their art teachers at a reception held in his office. The Congressman announces the three winners of a nation-wide high school arts competition, The Artistic Discovery Contest. The competition included paintings, drawings, collage, prints, computer generated art and photographs. The three […]readmore
Jacksonville, FL – During Military Appreciation Month, Children of Fallen Patriots Foundation (Fallen Patriots) honors the heroic sacrifices that soldiers, surviving spouses and their children have endured and overcome. This awareness month was created to ensure the nation was given the opportunity to publically demonstrate their appreciation for the sacrifices and successes made by our […]readmore
Approximately 200 people attended The Economic Progress Institute’s annual Policy and Budget Conference, Rhode to Economic Progress: An Agenda for Workers. Each year, the Institute hosts a half-day conference to educate policymakers, community leaders, and interested residents about the critical policy challenges and opportunities facing Rhode Island. This year’s conference focused on policies that improve […]readmore
Worksites take steps to decrease healthcare expenses, increase productivity NORTH SMITHFIELD, RI – Banneker Industries has been recognized as a PlatinumLevel Fit-Friendly Worksite by the American Heart Association for helping employees eat better and move more. “Physical activity and employee wellness are important priorities at Banneker. We are honored and excited to be recognized by […]readmore
PROVIDENCE, RI (April 28, 2016) – Sojourner House, a comprehensive domestic violence agency serving Providence and Northern RI, celebrated their 40th Anniversary today with the Sojo MoJoe 40th Anniversary Breakfast at the Renaissance Providence Hotel. The breakfast honored community members while raising much needed funds for the organization. “Last year, we served over 3,000 individuals […]readmore