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Governor McKee Requests Independent Investigation by Attorney General

Governor McKee Requests Independent Investigation by Attorney General

Senior Aide’s Canning Street Property Development Continues To Bedevil  Governor Today, Governor Dan McKee requested that Attorney General Peter Neronha conduct an independent investigation into matters related to the Department of Environmental Management (DEM) wetlands application filed on behalf of Tony Silva for 45 Canning Street in Cumberland. The Governor has directed all departments, including but not limited to DEM,[Read More…]

by — August 25, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
Committee To Protect Journalists (CPJ) G-7 Must Protect & Evacuate Journalists & Media Workers In Afghanistan

Committee To Protect Journalists (CPJ) G-7 Must Protect & Evacuate Journalists & Media Workers In Afghanistan

As the G-7 leading industrial nations prepare to hold an emergency virtual summit to address the deteriorating situation in Afghanistan, the Committee to Protect Journalists today joined more than 50 civil society organizations in calling on G-7 leaders to prioritize and take immediate action to guarantee safe harbor to Afghan journalists and media workers. In addition to immediate priorities such[Read More…]

by — August 24, 2021 — 0 comments — Civil Liberties
Attorney General Candidate Calenda Issues Statement On Governor McKee Executive Order

Attorney General Candidate Calenda Issues Statement On Governor McKee Executive Order

When the Rhode Island General Assembly passed the fiscal year 2022 budget and Governor McKee signed it into law, the Emergency Powers of the Governor, under R.I.G.L. §30-15-9 were modified and restricted. Specifically, the General Assembly terminated all executive orders related to the “COVID-19” declaration of Emergency, issued by then-Governor Raimondo in March of 2020, with the exception of orders[Read More…]

by — August 24, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
Providence Mayor Elorza Announces Joseph DiPina to Serve as Chief of Operations

Providence Mayor Elorza Announces Joseph DiPina to Serve as Chief of Operations

DiPina Currently Serves as Assistant Superintendent of Administration for PPSD Mayor Jorge O. Elorza today announced Joseph DiPina will serve as the Chief of Operations for the City of Providence, starting September 20, 2021. “During his time with the Providence Public School District, Joe has worked tirelessly to improve systems and make sure our school district’s operations run smoother,” said[Read More…]

by — August 23, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
Committee To Protect Journalists (CPJ): US Must Protect Afghan Journalists As Taliban Take Power

Committee To Protect Journalists (CPJ): US Must Protect Afghan Journalists As Taliban Take Power

  Hundreds seek assistance, relocation amid threat from militant group The United States must do more to ensure the safety of Afghan journalists as the country falls under the control of the Taliban, including facilitating safe passage out of the country and providing emergency visas, the Committee to Protect Journalists said today. CPJ is deeply concerned for the safety of[Read More…]

by — August 22, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
The FDA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

The FDA Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update

  The U.S. Food and Drug Administration today announced the following actions taken in its ongoing response effort to the COVID-19 pandemic: As part of the FDA’s effort to protect consumers, on August 19, the agency issued a warning letter jointly with the Federal Trade Commission to Mahita, LLC dba PushMyCart for selling unapproved products with unproven COVID-19 claims. Consumers concerned about[Read More…]

by — August 22, 2021 — 0 comments — Covid / CDC / FDA
City Of Providence Announces Adjustments To Trash Pickup Schedule

City Of Providence Announces Adjustments To Trash Pickup Schedule

  Due to inclement weather, trash and recycling pick-up will be delayed one day. Residents whose usual garbage collection day is Monday (8/23) will have their trash and recycling picked up on Tuesday (8/24). The one-day trash and recycling delay will continue throughout the week. Residents should leave trash and recycling bins at the end of their driveways for collection,[Read More…]

by — August 22, 2021 — 0 comments — General
Mayor Elorza: Providence Residents Advised to Prepare for Hurricane Henri

Mayor Elorza: Providence Residents Advised to Prepare for Hurricane Henri

    Heavy rain and high winds on Saturday night and Sunday could cause damage, flooding Mayor Jorge O. Elorza and Providence Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) Director Clara Decerbo are advising Providence residents to prepare for the arrival of Hurricane Henri on Sunday. Although the storm is shifting west as it approaches New England, Henri is expected to bring dangerous[Read More…]

by — August 21, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
Massachusetts Peace Action: Learning the Lessons of Afghanistan

Massachusetts Peace Action: Learning the Lessons of Afghanistan

 Massachusetts Peace Action called today for the United States to learn the lessons of the debacle in Afghanistan and identified a list of seven areas on which the country should focus. 1.      The U.S. must stop making war on Afghanistan.   No drone strikes, bombings, special forces, or aid to rebel groups. 2.      Engage with the Taliban and establish normal relations with the[Read More…]

by — August 21, 2021 — 0 comments — Politics
AMERICA FIRST LEGAL STANDS UP FOR THE SECOND AMENDMENT

AMERICA FIRST LEGAL STANDS UP FOR THE SECOND AMENDMENT

Yesterday, America First Legal (AFL) took a stand for the Second Amendment and against the Biden Administration’s radical attempt to undermine the rule of law. To advance its radical, anti-Constitutional agenda, the Biden Administration has proposed vague and complex new regulations by the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives (ATF) to rewrite gun laws passed by the Congress. This[Read More…]

by — August 21, 2021 — 0 comments — Civil Liberties
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