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Why These Tags Are Showing Up on Trees Throughout New Bedford
Strolling through the West End of New Bedford, my wife and I couldn't help but notice something unusual nailed to the trees lining the sidewalk. Each tree had a tag with a random number, similar to dog tags. Curiosity took over, so I reached out to New Bedford Public Information...
Choice is critical for RI veterans seeking their disability benefits | Opinion
Bob Lancia is a 100% disabled veteran and a former Rhode Island state legislator. Rhode Island is fortunate to call itself home to more than 46,000 veterans. Yet, while they are deserving of our honor and respect, not all of them have been able to access the Department of Veterans Affairs disability benefits to which they are entitled.
Federal disaster assistance is now available in Worcester County: What you need to know
If you were impacted by severe weather in Worcester County in September of last year, you may qualify for federal disaster assistance. Last week, President Joe Biden approved the disaster designation for municipalities in both Bristol and Worcester counties, reversing FEMA's decision in February to deny the assistance. The aid includes grants for temporary housing, home repairs, low-interest loans to cover uninsured property and other programs to help local communities recover from the disastrous weather. ...
New Bedford’s Kennedy-Donovan Center Holding Resource Fair
The Kennedy-Donovan Center in New Bedford offers a myriad of programs for children and families, and all of them will be represented the KDC's Resource Fair on June 1. The fair will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 385 County Street. The rain date is June 2.
Splash pad, food trucks and free fun: Community invited to Swansea YMCA's Spirit Day
SWANSEA — The Stoico/FIRSTFED YMCA isn't just in the community. It's excited to show that it's very much part of the community. On Saturday, June 1, the Y will be holding its first Spirit Day at its sprawling 36-acre facility at 271 Sharps Lot Road. The hours are 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free. ...
Will RI renters get the protection they seek?
Good morning, I'm Will Richmond at The Providence Journal and this is the Daily Briefing. As Rhode Island's leaders continue to seek answers to the state's housing shortage much is made of building new, affordable homes. As potential homeowners wait for those projects to become available, renting is the only viable option, leaving them in need of protection as well.
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