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Week of wet weather ahead: Storm chances increase starting tonight
After a beautifully dry weekend, an unsettled week is settling in. Thankfully, Monday's rain risk is slight. But several opportunities at heavy and steady rain is around the corner. First for Monday afternoon, an isolated shower is possible. Storm Team 10 Radar: Track live radar as storms pass through. This...
McKee praised FY25 budget for ‘smart investments.’ But memo warns of deficits on horizon
A month ago, Gov. Dan McKee heaped praise upon the state’s $13.96 billion fiscal 2025 budget as he signed the spending plan into law during a ceremonial State House event. His administration is now adopting a decidedly different tone, warning of a “substantial deficit” in the years to come and demanding state agencies slow their […] The post McKee praised FY25 budget for ‘smart investments.’ But memo warns of deficits on horizon appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
Signature challenges knock one GOP hopeful out of the General Assembly races. What to know.
PROVIDENCE – Cumberland Rep. Mia Ackerman has joined the ranks of Rhode Island lawmakers running for reelection unopposed after a Board of Elections inquiry left her would-be opponent short the signatures needed to qualify for the ballot. Republican Kenneth Atkinson need a minimum of 50 signatures on his nominating petitions to qualify. He...
Great Lakes Brewing Co. Enters Massachusetts, Rhode Island
CLEVELAND – Great Lakes Brewing Co. (GLBC) announces its distribution expansion into Massachusetts and Rhode Island with Atlantic Beverage. The brewery began its market launch on July 19, in conjunction with the release of seasonal Oktoberfest in cans and draft. In addition to the fall favorite, the brewery’s entry into the market includes new 2024 brands Juicy Vibacious Double IPA and Strawberry Pineapple Wheat in cans, and Midwest IPA in cans and draft. The launch will be supported by several kickoff events and promotions.
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.
Forbes pegs RI as one of the most expensive states to live in. Here's what is driving that ranking.
According to a new Forbes.com report, it's really expensive and it's housing costs – both mortgages and rent – driving up the cost of living in the state. Forbes looked at several data sources to see how every state ranked in various measures. They were:. Cost of living,...
All's quiet on the primary front this election season. What's happening?
In the battle for the soul of the Rhode Island Democratic Party, a temporary cease-fire is in effect across much of the state this election season. The ideologically charged party primaries between progressive and moderate Democrats that set the tone of the last several state election cycles are fewer and farther between this...
Peril on the Ocean: The Larchmont Disaster, RI’s Greatest Shipwreck Wednesday, August 21 at 6 PM
Seekonk, MA – Calling everyone who loves ocean adventures and local history, all aboard! Come to Seekonk Library for The Larchmont Shipwreck Remembered on Wednesday August 21 at 6 PM to be brought face to face with the biggest shipwreck in Rhode Island history. In this program you will learn not only the terrifying events of this little remembered tragedy, but ultimately the unrivaled heroism of those at the scene. Providence Journal Columnist Daniel Harrington will bring you eyewitness accounts, never-before-seen photographs, and a story from local history in next door Rhode Island that you won't forget. For planning purposes and to be notified of event changes, register in the Events Calendar at www.seekonkpl.org/events.
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