Governor McKee Proposes Gas Tax Rollback to Save Rhode Island Drivers $9 Million Annually
Gov. Dan McKee is revving up his push to cut Rhode Island’s gas tax — and he’s taking the pitch straight to small businesses...
RI Foundation CEO David Cicilline to Receive Paul W. Crowley Award
The Rhode Island School Superintendents’ Association (RISSA) will honor David N. Cicilline with its 17th annual Paul W. Crowley Award, recognizing decades of advocacy...
Rhode Island Commerce Opens Invention Incentive Program for Local Innovators
Rhode Island innovators can now apply for financial help to protect their ideas. Rhode Island Commerce is accepting applications for its Invention Incentive Program, which...
Brown Police Chief Rodney Chatman to Leave University Under Settlement
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Brown University Police Chief Rodney Chatman will permanently separate from the university under a settlement approved Tuesday in Rhode Island Workers’...
32 Years Later, Kurt Cobain’s Legacy Lives On
On April 5, 1994, Kurt Cobain, the tortured genius behind Nirvana, died at the age of 27. Though his body wasn't discovered until three...
Little Compton Oceanfront Estate Sells for $4.5 Million, Highest Since November 2025
A coastal estate in Little Compton has changed hands for $4.5 million, marking the town’s highest residential sale since November 2025, according to Multiple...
Providence City Council Advances Rent Control Plan in 9-6 Vote
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — The Providence City Council gave initial approval Thursday night to a closely watched rent control ordinance, voting 9-6 after more than...
Rhode Island Lawmakers Advance Key Bills on Tuition, Housing and Health Care
STATE HOUSE — Rhode Island lawmakers advanced a wide range of legislation this week, from education funding and housing policy to health care and...
Obituary: Marion Patricia “Patsy” Robertson (1940-2026)
Marion Patricia "Patsy" Robertson of 41 William Street passed away on March 30, 2026. Born in Newport, August 26, 1940 to the late John...
Newport Hospital to Keep Birthing Center Open, Launches Push for $4.9M in Annual Funding
NEWPORT, R.I. — Newport Hospital announced Friday that its Noreen Stonor Drexel Birthing Center will remain open following a comprehensive review, an independent assessment...
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