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Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos & Rhode Island Blue Star Moms Announced The 19th Annual Operation Holiday Cheer!

Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos & Rhode Island Blue Star Moms Announced The 19th Annual Operation Holiday Cheer!

    From The Office Of Rhode Island Lieutaant Governor Sabina Matos: Today, Lieutenant Governor Sabina Matos was joined by Governor Dan McKee, Senator Jack Reed, Major General Christopher Callahan, Rhode Island Blue Star Moms, elected officials, military leaders, and business leaders to announce the 19th Annual Operation Holiday Cheer. “I know how difficult it is to be away from[Read More…]

by October 13, 2021 0 comments Politics
Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Luis Daniel Munoz Responds Swiftly To Matt Brown Announcement

Gubernatorial Candidate Dr. Luis Daniel Munoz Responds Swiftly To Matt Brown Announcement

  The Coalition caught up with Democratic Candidate For Governor, Dr. Luis Daniel Munoz, and asked him for his reaction to the entry of Matt Brown into the Governor’s race. Dr. Munoz: “Material progress cannot be co-opted. The candidate’s association with others who have committed themselves to community work, does not relinquish his own history, as an insider who has[Read More…]

by September 22, 2021 0 comments Uncategorized
Kobi Dennis' Haircuts & Heritage: "It's More Than A Cut" Dedication & Ribbon Cutting

Kobi Dennis’ Haircuts & Heritage: “It’s More Than A Cut” Dedication & Ribbon Cutting

  While knowing barber shops have served as special places among African Americans since the 19th Century, a dedicated team of community leaders have created a safe space for inner city youth to get a free haircut and life lesson from someone who looks like them. As the Haircuts & Heritage Project’s website address states, it’s more than a cut.[Read More…]

by September 18, 2021 0 comments Business, Civil Liberties
URI Assistant Director Of Communications Dave Lavallee Explains The Methodology Underlying The Religious Exemption For The Covid Vaccine

URI Assistant Director Of Communications Dave Lavallee Explains The Methodology Underlying The Religious Exemption For The Covid Vaccine

In the immediate aftermath of the Governor McKee COVID Press Conference, University of Rhode Island Assistant Director Of Communications Dave Lavallee explained the methodology underlying the religious exemption for the Covid vaccine. See the mentioned forms below.  

by September 3, 2021 0 comments Civil Liberties, COVID 19
Rhode Island Governor McKee Responds to US Supreme Court Ruling Terminating Biden/CDC Imposed Eviction Moratorium

Rhode Island Governor McKee Responds to US Supreme Court Ruling Terminating Biden/CDC Imposed Eviction Moratorium

    “We are disappointed in the decision by the U.S. Supreme Court and ask Congress to act to reinstate protections for renters facing eviction here in Rhode Island and across the United States. As we explore all available options to keep Rhode Islanders in their homes, we urge those at risk of eviction to apply for assistance through RentReliefRI.[Read More…]

by August 27, 2021 1 comment Politics
RIPTA Notifies Passengers of New Federal Extension On Mask Mandate for Public Transportation

RIPTA Notifies Passengers of New Federal Extension On Mask Mandate for Public Transportation

Mandate Has Been Extended Through January 18, 2022 The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority (RIPTA) is advising passengers that the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has extended the federal mandate requiring face masks to be worn when using public transportation – including trains and buses. The mandate, which has been in place since February 1, 2021, has now been extended through[Read More…]

by August 25, 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

Mayors Grebien & Rivera Announce Kick-Off Of Joint 2021 Restaurant Weeks

  Today Mayor Donald R. Grebien and Mayor Maria Rivera announced that Pawtucket and Central Falls would be partnering once again to host joint Restaurant Weeks from August 27th to September 19th. Following in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, both cities will work to support the local restaurants and celebrate the diversity of the communities by highlighting the amazing cuisine that[Read More…]

by August 11, 2021 0 comments Business
Joint Statement from Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf, and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

Joint Statement from Rhode Island Governor Dan McKee, New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy, Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf, and Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont

“We are appalled at the findings of the independent investigation by the New York Attorney General. Governor Cuomo should resign from office.”

by August 4, 2021 0 comments Politics