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Insurer FM will move HQ to Providence tower, close Johnston office

FM spent $68.5 million earlier this year to buy 10 Memorial Boulevard, the 10-story downtown tower often referred to as the GTECH building due to its original owner.

Providence, RI · 3d

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Gonzales praises but criticizes Native American Heritage Month

November is Native American History Month, dedicated to honoring the histories, cultures, languages and contributions of Indigenous people across the United States. At the University of Rhode Island, November is important for recognizing Indigenous cultures, but it would be nice for all cultures to be recognized throughout the year, according to Christian Gonzales, associate professor of history and the director of undergraduate studies.

Rhode Island · 1d
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Off-campus parties shut down during Halloween, houses get stickered

Student Halloween parties off-campus faced shutdowns last week as local police responded to noise complaints and issued citations across Narragansett neighborhoods. On campus, URI Police planned for Halloween ahead of the holiday weekend, which prepared them for business as usual. “It was a normal weekend for us,” URI Police Chief...

Narragansett, RI · 1d

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Following uproar, NK Council bans sale of cats, dogs

NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — After hours of public discussion and several appearances on their agenda, the North Kingstown Town Council voted unanimously this week to ban the sale of dogs and cats in town starting January 1. The change largely stems from controversy over a local pet store that...

North Kingstown, RI · 1d
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HopeHealth CEO Retires, Sees Change on Hospices’ Horizon

Regulation, patient access and technology integration will be watchwords for hospices as time progresses, according to HopeHealth President and CEO Diana Franchitto. Franchitto is retiring from HopeHealth effective May 2027. She has led the organization for two decades. The nonprofit health system provides hospice, palliative, dementia and home care in...

Rhode Island · 1d

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Sports betting companies push for expansion in Rhode Island, citing lost revenue

(WJAR) — Major online sports gambling companies looking to expand into Rhode Island are releasing data they hope bolsters their case for more competition, as they claim the state is losing out on millions in revenue. The Sports Betting Alliance, which is made up of gambling apps including DraftKings,...

Rhode Island · 1d

Brown Daily Herald

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R.I. attorney general proposes new state-run health insurance plan, agency restructuring

Last month, Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha P’19 P’22 proposed the introduction of a state-run public health insurance option, as well as a reorganization of Rhode Island’s health and human services agencies. The public insurance proposal — which would allow Rhode Islanders to purchase a state-regulated...

Rhode Island · 17h

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HealthSource RI says shoppers should enroll and pay by Dec. 23 to get cards before Jan. 1 RIMAP aid starts, and Virginia’s new premium cuts need enrollment by Jan. 29

HealthSource RI, Rhode Island’s health insurance marketplace, says shoppers should enroll and pay by Dec. 23 so their insurance card arrives before Jan. 1, the day a new state program called RIMAP starts lowering premiums. Virginia has its own new state savings program, and its marketplace says enrollment closes Jan. 29, 2027. Both programs sit […]

Virginia · 2d

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Brown Paper Packages Around Rhode Island Mean It’s Warm-A-Heart Gingerbread Time

Ellie’s and Gracie’s are two beloved Providence dining spots celebrated for their warm vibes, exquisite cuisine, and top-notch service. Founder Ellen Slattery extends that same spirit of hospitality each fall when her elves at Ellie’s bake thousands of gingerbread cookies for the Warm-A-Heart Gingerbread Program. Each brown kraft paper box is tied with a red-and-white gingham bow, making it a thoughtful gift that’s part-activity, part-treat.

Rhode Island · 1d

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Recap: Exeter-West Greenwich Schools Flag Budget Increases, Google AI Concern

A district official told the committee the budget has seen unexpected increases, including from student placements and a new pay rate for bus drivers and monitors, but said the district still thinks it is okay. One West Greenwich child will be removed from the draft enrollment count used to split costs between towns, with 5 addresses still under review. The committee's Nov. 24 meeting will be the last for the current committee.

West Greenwich, RI · 1d

Brown Daily Herald

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Letter: Response to ‘R.I. sues Meta, alleging company profited from scam advertising, failed to protect users’

Last week I clicked on The Herald article “R.I. sues Meta, alleging company profited from scam advertising, failed to protect users.” At the top of the page, an illustration of what appears to me to be sinister-looking Meta executives making money off the little guy took up my entire screen. I did a double take and had to make sure I wasn’t reading an opinion article. No, I wasn’t hallucinating — this was, in fact, a news article.

Rhode Island · 1d

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Fox of Elite Commercial Realty Group honored as outgoing president of R.I. Commercial and Appraisal Board of Realtors

Riverside, RI Broker Robert Fox of Elite Commercial Realty Group was recognized for his leadership, dedication and service as the 2026 outgoing president of the Rhode Island Commercial and Appraisal Board of Realtors (RICABOR). As a symbol of appreciation and gratitude for his contributions, Fox was presented with the ceremonial...

Rhode Island · 17h

Brown Daily Herald

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Biannual R.I. survey shows decrease in consideration of suicide, drinking, vaping among middle, high schoolers

Drinking, vaping and serious consideration of suicide decreased across Rhode Island middle and high school students this year, compared to the same period in 2024, according to the 2026 Rhode Island Student Survey. Released Oct. 28, the biennial survey is conducted by the R.I. Department of Behavioral Healthcare, Developmental Disabilities...

Rhode Island · 1d

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Rockland Trust appoints Forrest as senior vice president, commercial real estate relationship manager

Providence, RI Rockland Trust appointed Gennady Forrest as senior vice president, commercial real estate relationship manager. In this role, Forrest will work closely with commercial real estate clients across Rhode Island and the surrounding region, providing customized financing solutions and trusted guidance to help developers, investors, and business owners achieve their growth objectives.

Providence, RI · 17h