Politics

The Economic Progress Institute Releases Summary of Rhode Island Governor’s Proposed Budget (Report Included)

  Budget surpluses and Rescue Plan funds present rare opportunity for long-term investment   Issued By The Economic Progress Institute: The Economic Progress Institute today released an analysis of Rhode Island Governor Dan Mckee’s proposed FY2024 budget and revised FY2023 budget. The budget analysis summarizes policy proposals and spending recommendations[Read More…]

by February 24, 2023

Grebien Goes To Washington? Pawtucket Mayor Don Grebien Responds To Congressional Speculation!

And the door, as they say, has been left wide open. A statement from oft embattled Mayor Don Grebien on the prospects of filling the Congressional Seat vacated by Congressman David Cicilline … Congressman Cicilline has been a tremendous leader and a strong ally to the City of Pawtucket and[Read More…]

by February 21, 2023

Federal Delegation Brings Home The Bacon! Rhode Island Fire Departments Net $4.5M to Enhance Public Safety

  The Rhode Island Federal Delegation, Sen Reed, Sen Whitehouse, Congressman Cicilline & newly minted Congressman Seth Magaziner can claim scoreboard for 3 Rhode Island communities, bringing home 4.5$ million dollars in grants for Cumberland, Cranston, & Narragansett!   From The Office of Senator Jack Reed:   Cumberland, Cranston, and[Read More…]

by February 17, 2023

Mayor Smiley Launches Community Satisfaction Survey-Announces Norelys Consuegra as Director of City Services

  Mayor Brett P. Smiley today announced the launch of a community satisfaction survey asking Providence residents, business owners, and community members to gauge their satisfaction with city services. The survey is part of Mayor Brett Smiley’s commitment to improving the local quality-of-life by getting back-to-basics and ensuring City Hall is meeting the[Read More…]

by February 15, 2023

Embattled Pawtucket Superintendent McWilliams Retires! The Email

  Dr. Cheryl McWilliams, after decades of service to the City of Pawtucket & the City of Pawtucket School District, has formally retired. Recently, in a move marked by controversy, under some would say pressure from Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien, the former sitting school board had voted to not renew[Read More…]

by February 15, 2023

A Tax Deal For Morley Field Developers! Pawtucket City Council TSA

       

by February 9, 2023

Pawtucket School Superintendent Provides Update On Flooded Winters School!

 

by February 8, 2023

Providence Public Schools: Facilities Assessment To Guide Investments In 21st Century Learning Environments

  This was provided by the Providence Public School District. The Coalition will be using this report as for conversations within the community, moving forward. Are you a City of Providence “Stakeholder”? The Coalition is interested in your thoughts/reactions/experiences/suggestions! Leave comments here, or write us @  pford@coalitionradio.us From The Providence[Read More…]

by February 1, 2023

RI Democratic Women’s Caucus Elects Dr. Donnie Anderson & New Executive Leadership

The Rhode Island Democratic Women’s Caucus has elected the Rev. Dr. Donnie Anderson as their new Chair, and officers: Cynthia Mendes, Vice Chair, Stephanie Beauté, Secretary and Pearl Holloway, Treasurer.  Elected Executive Committee members are: Jeanine Calkin, Linda Ujifusa, Jen Douglas, Clara Read, Adamaris Villar, Lauren Neidel, Diane Hill, and[Read More…]

by January 27, 2023

Shea High School Safety Fears Explode! Pawtucket School Superintendent Throws Down the Gauntlet!

  Communication From The Pawtucket School District Administration & The Pawtucket School Committee to Pawtucket Mayor Donald Grebien Seeking to Move Shea High School Renovations Forward    Formal communications issued by both the Pawtucket School District and the Pawtucket School Committee were released this week. Requested? A sign off from[Read More…]

by January 6, 2023