Política

BRETT SMILEY ‘S INTERVIEW on LPR was about the “Gun

During his interview Smiley was asked how the campaign is going and what are the people asking. His responds was “The people want to see more action and progress”. He explained that there are three things the people are concern about, economics, public safety and quality public education. Interview on LPRreadmore

Juegos Olímpicos de Invierno 2014

Champion Windsurfer brings passion to Sport and Environment Panel

“When you have been an athlete, especially if you are an outdoor athlete, you realize how important the environment is,” she said. “It’s close to your heart. For me, personally, the oceans are very important.” Kendall, who joined the Sport and Environment Commission in 2009, said she has seen a growing environmental awareness throughout the […]readmore

Noticias

Alex Rodriguez withdraws lawsuit to overturn suspension

Enbattled Yankees slugger Alex Rodriguez has withdrawn his lawsuits against Major League Baseball Commissioner Bud Selig and the players union regarding his season-long suspension. The notices of dismissal in the two lawsuits were filed Friday in a Manhattan federal court. This could be a sign he will accept his 162-game suspension. Earlier, the All-Star third […]readmore

Comunidad

Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island Invites Businesses

PROVIDENCE, RI (February 7, 2014) – Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) announced that the call for applications for the 20th Annual Worksite Health Awards, which recognize Rhode Island companies with successful workplace wellness programs, is open now through Friday, February 28. In partnership with the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce, BCBSRI […]readmore

Política

Raimondo and Fung «engage in destructive political games,» says Ken

Republican gubernatorial candidate Ken Block says Democrat Gina Raimondo and Republican Allan Fung are «engaging in destructive political games instead of working to solve the state’s problems.» «There is one main reason why Rhode Island has wound up as one of the worst states for jobs in the country: career politicians who pander for votes […]readmore

Política

Smithfield Town Councilwoman becomes the sixth Latino elected official to

SMITHFIELD – This morning, Smithfield Town Councilwoman Suzy Alba endorsed Gina Raimondo for governor in the Democratic primary. Explaining that Rhode Island needs a strong, progressive leader who understands what is needed to move our state forward, Councilwoman Alba is backing Gina because of her proven track record of getting things done. «Our state desperately […]readmore

Política

Biden Has Harsh Words for LaGuardia Airport

Biden: LaGuardia like a ‘third world country’ Vice President Joe Biden had some harsh words for LaGuardia Airport Thursday. Biden was speaking in Philadelphia where he stressed the need for infrastructure improvement. He said that the U.S. has fallen 20 spots in the quality of infrastructure, and that Hong Kong’s Airport has the type of […]readmore