Study Urges New K–12 Accountability Framework Following End of MCAS Graduation Requirement Calls for choices of high school pathways, early and end-of-course exams, and independent district accountability BOSTON – A new study from Pioneer Institute examines Massachusetts’ transition away from a centralized, test-based K–12 accountability system following the 2024 ballot initiative that eliminated the MCAS graduation […]
Joint Statement from RIPTA Chief Executive Officer Christopher Durand and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 618 President Walter Melillo “The Rhode Island Public Transit Authority and Amalgamated Transit Union Local 618 are pleased to announce the ratification of a new collective bargaining agreement that reflects the value of RIPTA’s frontline transit workers and the essential role […]
THE HOMECOMING FEBRUARY 5 – MARCH 29, 2026 NEW BEDFORD ART MUSEUM Composed exclusively of works from private collections on the South Coast, The Homecoming highlights exceptional pieces that have remained largely unseen by the public. Featuring artists such as Käthe Kollwitz and Mary Cassatt, the exhibition brings together significant works that are locally owned and internationally […]
Lunar New Year Celebration at the EcoTarium The EcoTarium invites you to our Lunar New Year celebration, featuring a live Lion Dance performance by the SUN Lion Dance Team from the Southeast Asian Coalition of Central Massachusetts (SEACMA)! Join us to experience special educator-led programs and tabletop activities where we’ll discover cycles in nature and movement […]
President Lawson, Rep. Furtado introduce bill to extend fee waivers and special license plates to more disabled veterans STATE HOUSE — Senate President Valarie J. Lawson and Rep. Jenni A. Furtado have introduced legislation to expand the eligibility for disabled veterans to receive disabled veterans license plates and have their vehicle registration and license fees […]
It’s Time to Get Your Boots a Little Muddy! March 2026 Highlights from the Audubon Society of Rhode Island (February 3, 2026) – Spring is here! Grab a friend and observe the amazing display of the American Woodcock, discover the world of muskrats and otters, try your hand at eco-engineering, or bring the kids for […]
SENATE MINORITY AND MAJORITY LEADERS AND WHIPS REQUEST TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF B20 BIODIESEL BLEND REQUIREMENT STATE HOUSE, Providence – Senate Minority Whip Gordon Rogers and Senate Majority Whip David Tikoian, joined by Senate Minority Leader Jessica de la Cruz and Senate Majority Leader Frank Ciccone, sent a joint letter today, Tuesday, February 3, 2026, to Governor […]
Ida Lewis Distance Race: Newport’s Ultimate 24-Hour Offshore Test NEWPORT, R.I. (February 4, 2026) — There are distance races, and then there is the Ida Lewis Distance Race: a full-throttle, 24-hour offshore challenge set in the very heart of New England sailing. For crews looking to test endurance, seamanship, and decision-making while racing across some of the […]
