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RIDOT wants to know why no one filed a bid to rebuild Washington Bridge
State transportation officials hit two milestones last week in the continuing saga that is the replacement of the westbound Washington Bridge. They are scheduled to hit another one Monday afternoon when Gov. Dan McKee’s administration will likely get the OK to borrow $140 million to help cover project costs. The Rhode Island Department of Transportation […] The post RIDOT wants to know why no one filed a bid to rebuild Washington Bridge appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Poll: McKee's favorability drops among Rhode Island voters
(The Center Square) — Democratic Rhode Island Gov. Dan McKee's ratings are continuing to drop, according to a new poll, which found voters overwhelmingly think the state is headed in the wrong direction. The poll, released Thursday by the University of New Hampshire Survey Center, found only 29% approve of McKee's performance as governor, while 65% disapprove. Those numbers are largely unchanged from a similar poll conducted by UNH in May, according to the center. ...
These Michigan Counties Are Larger than the Entire State of Rhode Island
Rhode Island is a quirky little state. Most elementary school students learn early on that it's the smallest state in the Union. It conversely once had the longest official name - "The State of Rhode Island and the Providence Plantations." However, the state officially dropped the suffix and is now officially just Rhode Island.
Rhode Island Energy requests lower winter rates from state regulators
Beginning Oct. 1 and running through March 31, 2025, Rhode Island Energy (RIE) electricity customers can expect lower costs compared to last winter if the utility’s newly filed rates are approved by state regulators. “We ... Read More » The post Rhode Island Energy requests lower winter rates from state regulators appeared first on Daily Energy Insider.
Westport: This Familiar Sound Filled the Fairgrounds Last Night
There's something about fair season that truly captures the essence of summertime. The Westport Fair, a cherished annual tradition, was no exception. If you attended last night, you likely noticed the bustling crowd and a familiar, yet distinctive sound echoing through the fairgrounds. This year, I had the unique honor...
District fires driver, monitors who left North Kingstown student alone on school bus
The North Kingstown School Department announced Friday that the driver and monitors responsible for leaving a 4-year-old boy unattended on a bus earlier this week have been fired.
Eleven state legislative hopefuls drop out of signature certification deadline
Rhode Island House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi has an unobstructed path to victory in the November election, after a would-be Republican challenger failed to turn in the required 50 signatures of district voters needed to make the November ballot. Dana James Traversie, a Warwick Republican whose campaign website describes himself as a hacker with “zero […] The post Eleven state legislative hopefuls drop out of signature certification deadline appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Westport Animal Controls says 3 cases of rabies found in town
WESTPORT, Mass. (WLNE) — Westport Animal Control said three cases of rabies were confirmed in the town during the month of June. The department advised all pet owners to check that their animals’ rabies vaccinations are up-to-date and to also make sure they are licensed with the town.
Christmas in July brings holiday cheer and local vendors to West Warwick
WEST WARWICK, R.I. (WJAR) — We Be Jammin’ Events hosted Christmas in July at Cardi’s Furniture and Mattresses in West Warwick Sunday. The event included over 75 small business vendors, food trucks and a petting zoo. Santa Claus, Mrs. Claus and the Grinch all made appearances. We...
Proud to be American, and proud of our heritage | Opinion
Michelle Moreno-Silva is director of communications in the office of General Treasurer James A. Diossa. On July 20, Colombia celebrates 214 years of independence. The time also marks more than 30 years since my parents immigrated from Colombia to Rhode Island — and it was here they found a home away from home. When...
Davisville Solar Project Draws Ire of Local Residents
NORTH KINGSTOWN, R.I. — A proposal for a solar project off Route 403 in the village of Davisville is meeting some early opposition from local residents. Cranston-based Green Development LLC has proposed a 4-megawatt, ground-mounted solar installation on undeveloped land between Route 403 and some homes off Davisville Road. The project, known as NKGM Solar, would clear 36 acres of otherwise untouched land to make room for 10,000 solar panels, and extend Firwood Drive, a sleepy suburban street, into an access road for the solar array.
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