Dominick J. RuggerioDecember 19, 1948 – April 21, 2025 Senate President Ruggerio passes away STATE HOUSE, Providence – It is with deepest sorrow that we announce the passing of Senate President Dominick J. Ruggerio. Dominick J. Ruggerio Out of respect for President Ruggerio, all Senate business scheduled for this week, including session and committees, will […]
“WE WILL NOT BE ERASED:” REMEMBERING ANCESTORS THROUGH THE HANDS-ON ART OF LETTERPRESS Providence master printmaker Jacques Bidon leads community art activation PROVIDENCE, RI, April 19 — As the history and contributions of people of color continue to be stripped from public spaces nationwide, two local organizations are teaming up to resist these efforts in […]
Dear Pawtucket Residents, Thursday marked an unforgettable moment in Pawtucket’s history as we officially broke ground on the new Unified Pawtucket High School at the former McCoy Stadium site. This project is a promise to our students, families, and educators that Pawtucket is fully committed to their future. After years of planning and determination, we […]
THEATRE BY THE SEA ANNOUNCESBOX OFFICE OPENING FOR 2025 SEASON WAKEFIELD, RI – Theatre By The Sea owner and producer Bill Hanney is thrilled to announce the opening of the box office for ticket sales for the 2025 Summer Season. Beginning on Friday, May 2 (online only) and Sunday, May 4 (in person) patrons may […]
Statement in Response to RIC’s Suspension of Language Education Programs Dear President Warner and Commissioner Gilkey, I am writing on behalf of the Coalition for a Multilingual Rhode Island to express our deep concern regarding Rhode Island College’s recent decision to suspend its language education programs. We strongly urge you to reconsider and reverse this […]
“Crafting for Critters” Spring Bazaar Supports Homeless Animals On Saturday, May 10, 2025, visit the 11th Annual “Crafting for Critters” Spring Bazaar from 10:00 am to 3:00 pm at the Airport Professional Park, 2348 Post Road, Warwick, RI. Hosted by Friends of the Warwick Animal Shelter, over 70 local artisans will be selling their handcrafted […]
Call to Artists- “SILVER” entry deadline midnight 4/25/25…. no fee, $250 top prize Greetings Artists and Art Lovers! Just a friendly reminder that we are accepting artwork for our PAC Spring Members’ 25th Anniversary Show, with the theme “SILVER” right now! We are hoping to see all sorts of innovative approaches to the SILVER theme. […]
A Brits Attack Bristol: Lecture: “Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry – America’s Naval Hero”May 15, 6:30pmSt. Michael’s Church SanctuarySpeaker: Dr. Matthew Perry Sponsored by the Bristol Historical & Preservation Society and St. Michael’s Men’s Group In anticipation of the Brits Attack Bristol (and lose!) weekend of RI 250 re-enactments and other events, the Bristol Historical & […]
