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Providence mayor catches heat from governor, education officials for trying to change law. Here's why.
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett Smiley's attempt to change the Crowley Act, a key education law, is facing backlash from city and state leaders. Smiley is pushing for two bills in the House, both of which would amend the 1997 law that, right now, is governing aid to the Providence Public School District while it remains under the state takeover.
Lobster, clam chowder and whoopie pies – check out this new food truck coming to RI
Cousins Maine Lobster is bringing their food truck business to Rhode Island. They host their first event Saturday, April 27 from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Greenvale Vineyards, 582 Wapping Road, Portsmouth, with Maine lobster rolls, clam chowder and whoopie pies on the menu. The expansion into Southern New...
Weather Now: Frost Advisory Overnight; Mainly Dry Weekend
After a cold start to the day, temperatures are warming nicely in the 50s for this afternoon. Looking ahead, we’ve got a pretty good weekend in front of us. INTERACTIVE RADAR: Live Pinpoint Weather 12 Radar ». | | FLIGHT TRACKER. | | SOLAR REPORT. REST OF THIS AFTERNOON.
With more bus driver applications coming in, RIPTA avoids service cuts
PROVIDENCE — Facing a budget shortfall of $18 million next fiscal year, decreased ridership and the sudden resignation of its CEO, Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA)’s interim leader, Christopher Durand, has his work cut out for him. But Durand, who previously served as the bus agency’s finance chief for the last three years, said […] The post With more bus driver applications coming in, RIPTA avoids service cuts appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
$4 million lawsuit filed against Pawtucket, former police officer
PAWTUCKET, R.I. (WPRI) — The city of Pawtucket and a former member of its police department are facing a multimillion-dollar civil rights lawsuit related to an off-duty shooting in 2021. The federal lawsuit was filed on behalf of three men who were teenagers when their car was fired upon by then-officer Daniel Dolan on Nooseneck […]
Here's how Providence's mayor is making a case for noise cameras to ticket loud cars
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett Smiley's noise camera bill faced far less skepticism from Senate Judiciary Committee members than it did during its hearing in the House. In fact, the bill was heard by the committee on Thursday night without provoking a single question from lawmakers. Smiley has already included...
‘The show must go on’: Smithfield theater students honor late teacher
After the passing of a beloved Smithfield teacher, the drama club is putting on a show in her remembrance. In late December, the co-director of the show, and teacher at Smithfield High School, Katherine Young passed away unexpectedly.
‘It’s the end’: RI radio legend Giovanni calling it a career after 50 years
JOHNSTON, R.I. (WPRI) — Rhode Island’s radio waves will sound drastically different next week. That’s because longtime 92 PRO-FM host Giovanni will sign off for the last time. Giovanni, who’s hosted the radio station’s morning show since 1999, announced his retirement on air earlier this year. “I’m leaving PRO-FM forever and I’m having a hard […]
Providence Mayor Smiley vetoes 8 Law Ordinance
Providence Mayor Brett Smiley vetoed the 8 Law Ordinance on Friday. The City Council passed it on April 18, on a vote of 13 to two. "It is disappointing that the mayor would veto a tool that addresses low-income housing in the capital city," said Council President Rachel Miller. The...
Officers involved in alleged excessive force case leaves SK police
SOUTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — Police Officer Jonathan McHugh, accused of excessive force when subduing a disabled man last summer in a case of mistaken identity, has been hired by the Warwick Police Department, according to state records. McHugh, a South Kingstown Police officer until earlier this month, confronted Special...
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