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No bids submitted for Washington Bridge reconstruction
EAST PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WLNE) — No companies have submitted bids to rebuild the westbound side of the Washington Bridge, a spokesperson for the Rhode Island Department of Transportation confirmed Wednesday. The final deadline came and went on Wednesday at 12 p.m. The project, priced at around $300 million, also...
Where to Get Delicious Frozen Treats in Rhode Island this Summer
From old-school pharmacy fizzy drinks to modern takes on ice cream classics, there are shops located across the state for all types of eaters, from the picky to the adventurous. Expand your palate and add these shops to your must-visit list for the summer — you might even find your new go-to spot.
RIPTA cuts ribbon on state’s first in-line bus charging station
The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority unveiled the state’s first in-line electric bus charging station Tuesday at a ribbon-cutting event in Cranston. Speakers included three of the state’s four Democratic congressional delegates with U.S. Sens. Jack Reed and Sheldon Whitehouse, and Rep. Gabe Amo joining Cranston Mayor Kenneth Hopkins and Providence Mayor Brett Smiley for the event.
Windmist Farm part of statewide scavenger hunt
Windmist Farm is participating in a statewide scavenger hunt to promote the Expanding Access to Local Foods Act, which was authored by U.S. Sen. Jack Reed. The bill seeks to build on a successful, proven template (Local Food Purchase Cooperative Agreement. Program) with the goal of promoting economic opportunities for...
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