Friends, In recent sessions, we have passed responsible, balanced budgets that address our current needs while keeping our long-term fiscal outlook in strong focus. Our commitment to this approach remains unchanged in 2024, and as we resume our work on behalf of Rhode Islanders, continuing to ensure our state’s financial health – today and in […]
CELEBRATING THE IMPACT OF BLACK RHODE ISLANDERS (PROVIDENCE, R.I.) – The Rhode Island Historical Society will commemorate Black History Month with a full slate of programs in February highlighting the achievements and impact of Black Rhode Islanders, as well as the work of contemporary Black-led organizations. Programs include: What: Valley Talks: Making Art History When: Sunday, […]
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine These ‘bioplastic’ cups can only be composted in an industrial composting facility; in most cases they just end up in the landfill because they can’t be recycled. Credit: Unsplash Dear EarthTalk: Is compostable plastic too good to be true? — Peter C., Pittsburgh, PA In […]
Chairwoman Cano to participate in AFL-CIO MLK Day Human Rights Conference STATE HOUSE – Sen. Sandra Cano, Chairwoman of the Senate Education Committee, will be a panel member at the 2024 AFL-CIO Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Civil and Human Rights Conference held in Montgomery, Alabama. The conference will be held from January 12 […]
How can you build up your home equity? January 12 2024 As a homeowner, you have the opportunity to build equity, which is the financial interest you have in your home. When your equity grows, it can mean bigger profits once you sell your house. Your equity can also be borrowed against using home equity […]
Happy New Year – Football Alumni Golf Dear Bears Football Alumni, Happy New Year. I hope everyone had a great holiday season and that you and your families are all well. I just wanted to send out an early notice that the annual Alumni Golf Outing and Dinner will be held on Friday, April 26th, beginning […]
Welcome to 2024 Many Blessings of Love & Light for 2024 We had Magical Year of gathering together throughout the Seasons of 2023and we are honored to be able to continue our Sacred Service of providing the community a refuge from the chaotic world. This Year We Are Deepening our Steadfast Commitment to: Cultivating a Resilient Community Rooted in […]
Rep. Corvese bill would create open primaries STATE HOUSE – Legislation sponsored by Rep. Arthur Corvese would open up primary elections in Rhode Island to all candidates and voters, forging a new path for elections that would ensure that no candidate is elected to state or municipal offices without the support of a majority of […]
