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Rhode Island lawmakers approve $13.9 billion budget plan, slew of other bills
Rhode Island lawmakers gave final approval to a proposed $13.9 billion state budget plan early Friday that includes additional funding for education and a $120 million bond to expand affordable housing. The budget was among a slew of bills approved by lawmakers in the final days of their legislative session....
Newport celebrates 2nd Juneteenth holiday event
NEWPORT, R.I. (WLNE) — Newport held its second annual Juneteenth holiday celebration on Saturday. The celebration was organized by Rhode Island Slave History Medallions, who said the event was meant to “celebrate all persons’ freedom and honor the enslaved heroes of Rhode Island’s storied 1st RI ‘Black’ Regiment, as well as Newport’s local Black history.”
House panel backs smoke-free casino bill, fanning the flames of hope for next year
A push by progressive lawmakers to end the exemption from the state’s indoor smoking ban at Rhode Island’s two casinos briefly reignited at the start of the last night of the 2024 legislative session. That has sparked hope among public health advocates and casino workers that the momentum to make Bally’s Twin River Lincoln and […] The post House panel backs smoke-free casino bill, fanning the flames of hope for next year appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Disabled woman frustrated by New Bedford Housing Authority’s refusal to put up handicap ramp
“Can anyone out there help us? ♿ New Bedford Housing Authority won’t put up a ramp for those of us who have a disability and struggle with walking and have difficulty with stairs. We are seeking help to get a ramp put in so we can have easier...
Short on shelter, New Bedford mulls homeless camp
NEW BEDFORD — The map at first glance might appear to show city wards, but look again. The numbers marked in heavy black handwriting don’t make sense for a six-ward layout: two fives, three sixes, one eight. It’s not a political map, although it has political implications, showing...
A section of Warwick is seeing new life
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. If you drive through the Warwick village of Apponaug you're probably going to focus on the roundabouts. It's understandable. Some drivers don't understand how to traverse the area so your head needs to be on a swivel. But if...
FEMA provides $3.5M in aid to Bristol, Worcester counties
Following the storms that happened last September, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) has visited 1,767 homes in Bristol County and 3,922 homes in Worcester County offering aid for damage. As of June 13, 1,136 people have registered for aid, and Bristol and Worcester County will be receiving more than...
McKee signs safe firearms storage bill into law
Surrounded by gun safety advocates and donning the orange T-shirt of the Rhode Island Coalition Against Gun Violence, Gov. Dan McKee on Thursday signed off on legislation that creates new rules on how firearms must be stored. The legislation, sponsored by Rep. Justine Caldwell, an East Greenwich Democrat, and Sen. Pamela Lauria, a Barrington Democrat, […] The post McKee signs safe firearms storage bill into law appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Fireworks, parades, parties: Celebrate 4th of July in Fall River, around the SouthCoast
Fourth of July will be here before you know it. As America celebrates its Declaration of Independence from Great Britain, with cookouts, beach days, and, of course, fireworks, there are going to be plentiful celebrations around the SouthCoast. Communities from around the SouthCoast are offering a plethora of events and activities, for however you...
U.S. Naval War Academy celebrates 2024 graduation
NEWPORT, R.I. (WLNE) — 332 students graduated the U.S. Naval War Academy in Newport today. According to a release, graduates represented all branches of the U.S. armed forces, more than 30 federal agencies and departments, and 58 partner and allied nations. Ceremony proceedings also recognized several additional students recognized...
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