Alexander Announces Plans to Leave Lasell By John O. Harney Comings and Goings … MICHAEL B. ALEXANDER Lasell University President Michael B. Alexander announced he will step down at the end of the 2023 academic year after 16 years leading the Newton, Mass. college-turned-university. Alexander is also the CEO of Lasell Village, a model senior living community […]
Saving Northampton Veterans Hospital Shows Bipartisanship Can Work I’m writing to make sure you didn’t miss this good news for veterans. After months of fighting, the VA hospital in Leeds will remain open. So many veterans in our district and throughout Massachusetts depend on that facility for specialized health care, and earlier this year, the […]
Providing Relief and Moving RI Forward DOMINICK J. RUGGERIO When the Senate convened in January, my leadership team and I had high hopes about what the chamber could accomplish. We envisioned a transformational session for our state, one defined by historic progress on many critical issues. I’m proud to say that, working […]
EarthTalk® From the Editors of E – The Environmental Magazine Oil companies have made big strides when it comes to embracing clean energy, but they’re still holding up the transition to a greener future. Credit: Pexels.com. Dear EarthTalk: Are oil companies actually taking steps to cut emissions overall or are their claims mostly just […]
Pawtucket Charitable Scholarship Fund Created PAWTUCKET- The City of Pawtucket and the Office of Mayor Donald R. Grebien have received a large charitable donation from Madeleine J. Mondor as a principal investment to establish an ongoing scholarship program for Pawtucket students. Mrs. Mondor, wife of the late Bernard Georges “Ben” Mondor, former owner […]
Grab your map, download the app, and start your adventure because the 19th Annual Open Studio Tour begins TODAY Whether you plan your route in advance, or let the blue signs guide your journey, you can view our brochure online or pick one up from one of our many […]
Commissioner’s Weekly Field Memo to Friends of Education Free Summer Meals Are Available Across Rhode Island! Summer is officially here, and while school is out, we want families to know that children across Rhode Island can still access free, nutritious meals thanks to our Summer Food Service Program. Currently, there are close to 80 […]
Visit with Pomham Rocks Lighthouse Pets at Looff Arts Festival Friends of Pomham Rocks Lighthouse will celebrate their 150th year at The Looff: East Providence Arts Festival on Saturday, August 13 from 11 AM to 6 PM at Rose Larisa Park. Children are welcome to have their photo taken through one of the […]
