Environmental Protection Agency awards the RI Food Policy Council $18.7M to launch major food waste, climate resilience, and community capacity-building project Providence, RI (December 18, 2024) – The Rhode Island Food Policy Council (RIFPC) has been awarded a transformational $18.7M grant from the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Inflation Reduction Act Community Change Grants Program. The […]
THE SENATE BUDGET COMMITTEE Budget Committee Releases Sweeping New Report Highlighting Economic, Budgetary Costs of Climate Change Climate upheaval is already raising costs for American families, and looming dangers portend the biggest systemic shock yet to the economy Washington, D.C.—The Senate Budget Committee released a new report examining the economic dangers and budgetary costs of […]
OUR 2024/2025 SEASON At Community Players, we believe that age is just a number, and our performers prove it time and time again with their incredible talent and energy. Join us for the 2025 season as we bring to life our exciting lineup of themed shows. From classic productions to fresh new experiences, our stage […]
CALLING ALL WRITERS! SUBMISSIONS OPEN AS HISTORIC HOUSEMUSEUM RESIDENCY ENTERS 4TH YEAR Creative programming expands at Linden Place with public writing workshops. BRISTOL, R.I. – Submissions are open as the Linden Place Writers’ Residency enters its fourth year. Rhode Island and nearby Massachusetts creative writers over the age of 18 are invited to apply to […]
THE CITY OF PAWTUCKET ANNOUNCES EXPIRING TERMS AND VACANCIES ON BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS FOR 2025 PAWTUCKET, RI — The City of Pawtucket is seeking dedicated residents to help shape the future of our community by serving on one of the city’s many boards and commissions. Below is a list of boards and commissions with expiring […]
Saturday, January 25, 2025 Woodward Discovery Days: Art and Nature for Families Description In partnership with the Attleboro Public Library, join us the last Saturday of every month at Oak Knoll Wildlife Sanctuary for Woodward Discovery Days. We will offer immersive and interactive nature, art, and science-based family-friendly programming. Participants will tap into their creativity […]
OpinionIt’s time to end legacy admissions They’re an affront to basic principles of fairness — and work against efforts to have more diverse student bodies By James Murphy December 7, 2024 WE ARE JUST learning how the Supreme Court decision banning the consideration of race in college admissions affected the composition of this fall’s first-year […]
THE MAYOR’S MESSAGE community. As we approach the new year, I want to hear from you! While I’ve received so much positive feedback about this newsletter, we are always striving to innovate and improve. Your input is vital as we look to create a 2025 format that truly reflects what you want to see. Whether […]
