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How much more? Report suggests more work to be done to redo Rhode Island’s school funding formula.
9+ hour, 42+ min ago (1312+ words) Freshly crunched numbers for a proposed overhaul of how Rhode Island calculates the bulk of the state's share of local school funding would increase annual state education formula aid by an additional $525 million over this year — a number which does…...
Providence putting in parking spaces for electric scooters
20+ hour, 7+ min ago (370+ words) The goal of the pilot program is to have the scooters be left in designated areas, rather than on sidewalks and roads. US President Donald Trump said Tuesday he would speak very soon with Russian President Vladimir Putin over the…...
New designated scooter, bike parking spots seen in Providence
22+ hour, 5+ min ago (383+ words) You may have noticed white outlined boxes around Providence, and if you're wondering what they are for, the answer is scooters and bikes. Shiina LoSciuto shares more. The Conservative Party leader also pledged to cut the cost of hiring 21 to…...
Sanchez says he has votes to become next Providence City Council president
14+ hour, 19+ min ago (626+ words) Providence City Councilor Miguel Sanchez announced Monday he has enough support to secure the council presidency come January, setting the stage for a progressive overhaul of City Hall government. The council’s 28-year-old majority whip, first elected in 2022, said his potential…...
The Beatrice Recognized with Condé Nast Traveler’s 2026 Readers’ Choice Award "#19 Best Hotel in the Northeast" as Only Providence Hotel Awarded
1+ day, 6+ hour ago (487+ words) PROVIDENCE, R.I., October 06, 2026--Condé Nast Traveler today announced the results of its annual Readers’ Choice Awards, recognizing The Beatrice, the premier luxury boutique hotel in the heart of downtown Providence, Rhode Island, as the #19 Best Hotel in the Northeast in 2026 and…...
The end is near for US hemp THC market. But uncertainty continues for Rhode Island growers.
1+ day, 9+ hour ago (1713+ words) On less than an acre of farmland in Hopkinton, rows of hemp plants were nearing harvest. Most of their "colas" — dense clusters of buds prized for smokable flower — had already been cut ahead of a nor'easter bound for southern New…...
Should Hospitals Reuse Surgical Gowns?
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (817+ words) Megan Hall: Welcome to Possibly, where we take on huge problems like the future of our planet and break them down into small questions with unexpected answers. I’m Megan Hall. Just about everyone will go to the hospital at some…...
Providence/Stoughton Line departure times to change under new MBTA schedule
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (191+ words) President Donald Trump speaks at a midterm rally in Nebraska. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WJAR) — Rhode Island commuter rail riders should check their train departure times before new MBTA fall and winter schedules take effect Oct. 26. The MBTA and Keolis Commuter Services announced…...
Top Real Estate Agent in Foster, RI: Gregory Coupe
2+ day, 4+ hour ago (431+ words) Broker and Owner Gregory Coupe offers clear strategies and direct communication, establishing himself as the top real estate agent in Foster, RI. Buying or selling in Foster, RI? Call Gregory Coupe at Long Realty Inc. at (401) 647-5454. Why Is Gregory Coupe…...
How RI land became a MA city's south end back in 1862
2+ day, 8+ hour ago (374+ words) As it is, some Rhode Islanders may consider Tiverton part of Massachusetts, but is it possible the border between Massachusetts and Rhode Island shifted south in 1862, from roughly Columbia Street to what is now State Avenue? Yes, indeed, Fall River's…...