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desmoinesregister.com > story > news > politics > 02/10/2026 > rhode-island-lawmakers-pass-18-million-dollar-rescue-package-for-struggling-chartercare-hospitals > 88516222007

RI lawmakers pass $18M rescue package for CharterCARE hospitals

2+ day, 13+ hour ago   (93+ words) With the $18 million state loan guarantee, the Centurion Foundation expects to sell $87 million in tax-exempt hospital bonds by the end of February. RI lawmakers pass $18M rescue package for CharterCARE hospitals The Rhode Island General Assembly on Feb. 10 approved an $18 million…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > business > manufacturing > 02/04/2026 > look-inside-200-year-ashaway-line-twine-manufacturing-company > 88107005007

Why this 200-year-old RI twine company's product might be in your body

1+ week, 2+ day ago   (834+ words) HOPKINTON " What do squash, fishing and surgery have in common? Here's a hint: There's one thread that ties them all together. If you've ever had stitches, there's a good chance the doctor sewed you up with sutures made by a…...

The Providence Journal
desmoinesregister.com > story > news > local > 01/30/2026 > providence-snow-removal-snowstorm-plowing-parking-ban > 88412553007

Providence residents vent frustrations over glacial pace of snow removal

2+ week, 6+ hour ago   (1497+ words) After years of fairly mild storms, Providence is struggling to cope with a heavy dumping of snow that continues to block sidewalks, parking spaces and bus shelters, and has turned roads into one-way streets. Some residents are voicing frustration with…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > news > politics > state > 01/26/2026 > ri-political-candidates-weigh-in-on-high-rhode-island-energy-bills > 88285119007

Power play: RI candidates on utility bills and McKee's rate relief plan

2+ week, 4+ day ago   (113+ words) Gov. Dan McKee's budget proposes delaying climate goals to provide ratepayer relief from high energy costs. Democratic primary rivals have criticized the proposal but have not offered specific ... Power play: RI candidates on utility bills and McKee's rate relief plan…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > weather > 01/24/2026 > ri-weather-closings-cancellations-and-delays-due-to-jan-25-snowstorm > 88336115007

Closings, cancellations and delays in RI due to Sunday, Monday snowstorm

2+ week, 5+ day ago   (358+ words) We've marked this story'free'to all users in the interest of public safety. Please consider supporting local journalists covering the community through a'subscription. With a major snow storm predicted to hit Rhode Island starting Sunday, Jan. 25, a number of cancellations have…...

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desmoinesregister.com > press-release > story > 23715 > houzeo-elevates-the-home-shopping-experience-in-rhode-island-with-its-new-cost-of-living-calculator

Houzeo Elevates the Home Shopping Experience in Rhode Island with its New Cost of Living Calculator

Houzeo Elevates the Home Shopping Experience in Rhode Island with its New Cost of Living Calculator2+ week, 6+ day ago   (745+ words) This tool compares housing options, affordability, and lifestyle costs for buyers across Rhode Island. PROVIDENCE, RI, UNITED STATES, January 17, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ " Houzeo, America's best home buying and selling website, has announced the launch of its Cost of Living Calculator, broadening…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > weather > 01/23/2026 > whats-best-temperature-to-set-your-thermostat-during-bitter-cold > 88302077007

RI to experience dangerous cold. Here's what temperature you should keep your home

3+ week, 6+ hour ago   (539+ words) A cold weather advisory has been issued for all of Rhode Island from 10 p.m. Friday to 10 a.m. Saturday as temperatures are set to hit a dangerous chill. "Very cold wind chills as low as 20 below expected," the National Weather Service advisory says....

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desmoinesregister.com > story > lifestyle > real-estate > 01/21/2026 > warwick-ri-best-places-to-retire-2026-seniors-us-news-world-report > 88262093007

Warwick was named the best place in Rhode Island to retire in 2026. Here's why

3+ week, 2+ day ago   (148+ words) Are you excited to retire but can't figure out a good city or town to settle down in RI? Warwick might be your best choice. Warwick was named the best place in Rhode Island to retire in 2026. Here's why Do…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > sports > ncaab > 01/19/2026 > providence-at-marquette-odds-picks-and-predictions > 88251459007

Providence Friars at Marquette Golden Eagles odds, picks and predictions

3+ week, 4+ day ago   (374+ words) The Providence Friars (9-9, 2-5 Big East) visit the Marquette Golden Eagles (6-13, 1-7) Monday on Martin Luther King Jr. Day. Tip-off from Fiserv Forum in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, is set for 6 p.m. ET (FS1). Let's analyze BetMGM Sportsbook's NCAA basketball odds around the Providence vs. Marquette…...

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desmoinesregister.com > story > news > politics > courts > 01/15/2026 > ris-superior-court-presiding-justice-post-up-for-grabs-heres-what-they-do > 88177866007

RI's Superior Court is getting a new 'presiding justice.' What do they actually do?

4+ week, 1+ day ago   (159+ words) The Superior Court 's " presiding justice " assigns judges to specialty courts, such as the gun, land-use, domestic violence and business calendars. They also oversee some 165 staff members, including ... RI's Superior Court is getting a new 'presiding justice.' What do they…...