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Providence City Councilor Justin Roias – An Open letter to the North End Regarding the Charles St Encampment

Providence City Councilor Justin Roias – An Open letter to the North End Regarding the Charles St Encampment

  An Open letter to the North End Regarding the Charles St Encampment   Aug 7 2023   To The North End,   I’m writing this open letter to provide an update on the Charles St encampment and share my perspective on recent events. When I campaigned to be your city councilor, I promised to restore your faith and trust[Read More…]

by August 8, 2023 0 comments Civil Liberties
City of Providence Extends Opening of Pools & Water Parks for Extreme Heat

City of Providence Extends Opening of Pools & Water Parks for Extreme Heat

  Officials Urge Residents to Exercise Caution During Extreme Heat Conditions   From The City of Providence Police Department: Mayor Brett P. Smiley, the Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) and the Providence Recreation Department today announced that due to extreme heat conditions expected July 27, 28, and 29 pools and water parks will operate with extended hours. Water parks and[Read More…]

by July 26, 2023 0 comments Providence
White House Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

White House Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre

Press Briefing by Press Secretary Karine Jean-Pierre Mental Health / Bidenomics / Ukraine / Trevor Reed / Hunter Biden / Patriot Missiles / China James S. Brady Press Briefing Room   Transcript: 4:12 P.M. EDT MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  Hey, everybody. Q    Hello. MS. JEAN-PIERRE:  It still smells like a new car in here. Okay, good afternoon.  Yesterday, I previewed the designated —[Read More…]

by July 26, 2023 0 comments Politics
English/Spanish Translations: Rhode Island Department of State Launches Online Application for Voters to Request Mail Ballot

English/Spanish Translations: Rhode Island Department of State Launches Online Application for Voters to Request Mail Ballot

RI Department of State Launches Online Application for Voters to Request a Mail Ballot   Secretary of State Gregg M. Amore and the RI Department of State Elections Division today launched a new online application portal for registered Rhode Island voters to request a mail ballot. “Today’s announcement is an important step forward in our work to modernize and strengthen[Read More…]

by July 25, 2023 0 comments Civil Liberties, Politics
Mayor Smiley Announces Portion of $3 Million Investment in Providence Hurricane Barrier

Mayor Smiley Announces Portion of $3 Million Investment in Providence Hurricane Barrier

  Construction & Traffic Changes On Allens Avenue In Effect Beginning Today From The Office of Providence Mayor Brett Smiley: Mayor Brett P. Smiley announced earlier this month that $1.5 million in repairs will be made to the City of Providence’s Fox Point Hurricane Barrier. Construction for this project begins today, with this phase of repairs replacing the hydraulic components[Read More…]

by July 24, 2023 0 comments Politics
The Collective PAC Endorses Gabe Amo For Congress

The Collective PAC Endorses Gabe Amo For Congress

  From The Gabe Amo – Congress Campaign Today, Gabe Amo, candidate for U.S. Congress, announced that The Collective PAC has endorsed his campaign to represent Rhode Island in Congress. “The Collective PAC is eager to support Gabe Amo’s campaign for the United States Congress,” said National Political Director Tolulope Kevin Olasanoye. “A Pawtucket native, and Rhode Islander to his[Read More…]

by July 24, 2023 0 comments Politics
Kerry Kennedy Edition: Hypocrisy In Charity-Celebrating “Leaders” Who Make A Fortune “In Public Service”

Kerry Kennedy Edition: Hypocrisy In Charity-Celebrating “Leaders” Who Make A Fortune “In Public Service”

  The first, in what will sadly be a long list of individuals who personally enrich themselves “Helping The Poor”, or “Advocating For Human Rights” …. The Posts will be simple: Copies of documentation*** reporting their outrageous salaries, a few pictures, a brief statement. Please feel free to comment. Or? Better yet, reach out to the offending parties. The Coalition[Read More…]

by July 20, 2023 0 comments Politics
US Department of State Daily Press Briefing July 18, 2023

US Department of State Daily Press Briefing July 18, 2023

      R MILLER:  Strange – there’s like half the crowd that was here for the Secretary yesterday.  I’ll try not to — QUESTION:  Well — MR MILLER:  Try not to be offended.  QUESTION:  And you were the main show, he said.  The main event.  MR MILLER:  Yeah, I think he was being a little facetious.  Let me start with some brief remarks[Read More…]

by July 19, 2023 0 comments Human Rights - The World, Politics
State Department Updates: The Arab League /

State Department Updates: The Arab League /

   FACT SHEET July 19, 2023 Outcomes of the 53rd Session of the UN Human Rights Council During the 53rd session of the UN Human Rights Council, the United States worked with partner States and civil society, including human rights defenders, to ensure the Council’s work reflects and reinforces the universal values, aspirations, and norms that have underpinned the UN system[Read More…]

by July 19, 2023 0 comments Human Rights - The World
Congressional CD1 Candidates Carlson & Amos Turn Up The Heat On Matos Fraud Issues!

Congressional CD1 Candidates Carlson & Amos Turn Up The Heat On Matos Fraud Issues!

  Gabe Amo Released The Following Statement After New Reporting Revealed Additional Instances of Fraud in McKee Administration’s Lt. Governor/Congressional Candidate Matos Campaign’s Signature Gathering Gabe Amo released the following statement after news reports  revealed even more instances of fraud in the Matos campaign’s signature collection process. “Today, I am urging the appropriate State of Rhode Island and law enforcement[Read More…]

by July 19, 2023 0 comments Politics