SouthCoast Wind deal deadline pushed to end of March
Gov. Dan McKee’s newly unveiled fiscal 2026 budget touts Rhode Island as a “key player” in the offshore wind sector, citing the state’s intent to buy 200 megawatts of wind-powered electricity from a ...
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Rhode Island General Assembly kicks off 2025 session with budget proposal, calls for action
The Rhode Island General Assembly began its 2025 legislative session with a flurry of activity, including the introduction of ...
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Highlights from the Rhode Island General Assembly: Week in Review (Jan 13-Jan 17)
The RI General Assembly was abuzz with activity this week, addressing key issues ranging from the state budget to housing and ...
Do New Englanders approve of their governors? Here’s how they’re faring as 2025 begins.
A new survey from Morning Consult shows that R.I. Govvernor Dan McKee finished 2024 with a 44 percent approval rating and a ...
Focusing on crime and accountability, R.I.‘s US Attorney aimed for the state to ’punch above its weight'
There are big, complex, significant, impactful prosecutions out there,” U.S. Attorney Zachary Cunha said. He plans to stay on ...
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Governor McKee proposes Culinary and Hospitality Hub at CCRI Newport Campus
Rhode Island’s Governor Dan McKee is pushing for a new Culinary and Hospitality Hub at the Community College of Rhode ...
McKee’s missteps on press and protest access made for a sorry State of the State
Gov. Dan McKee clearly intended to convey confidence and inclusivity in Tuesday night’s State of the State speech. Too bad he ...
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Honor the legacy of Martin Luther King Jr. at these Newport County events
Events include the Dream Brunch on Jan. 26 to honor and commemorate Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.'s legacy. Participants ...