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October 15, 2021

2021 Housing Fact Book looks at the relationship of housing and health

“In Rhode Island, the primary driver of the health risks posed by the state’s housing is the age of our housing stock, with nearly three-quarters predating safety regulations for contaminants like lead and asbestos. Older homes also pose hazards related to accessibility...

PVD Zoning Board of Review rejects variance application of polluting asphalt company in the Port
October 14, 2021

PVD Zoning Board of Review rejects variance application of polluting asphalt company in the Port

“…there is no power-wash or solvent to remove that from our lungs,” said Dr Andrew Saal rom...
Kate Coyne-McCoy surprised RI Democratic Women’s Caucus released her letter
October 13, 2021

Kate Coyne-McCoy surprised RI Democratic Women’s Caucus released her letter

“So that’s how they want to play. Okay. I sent it as a private letter to them,”...
Interview: Brett Smiley is running for Mayor of Providence as an experienced administrator
October 13, 2021

Interview: Brett Smiley is running for Mayor of Providence as an experienced administrator

“What I hope is part of the conversation in the year and a half to come is,...
Smithfield’s Walk for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
October 12, 2021

Smithfield’s Walk for Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

“We are aiming to keep attention on the matter of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in a fun...
Indigenous people and allies protest new Blackstone statue and Columbus Day in Pawtucket
October 12, 2021

Indigenous people and allies protest new Blackstone statue and Columbus Day in Pawtucket

“We are here today to celebrate Indigenous Day Rhode Island as well as demand that the statue...
Here’s what’s in Governor Dan McKee’s proposal for American Rescue Plan Act funds
October 8, 2021

Here’s what’s in Governor Dan McKee’s proposal for American Rescue Plan Act funds

“Of the $113 million McKee proposes spending, four in ten dollars are dedicated to helping businesses,” writes...
House Commission on Land Use and Zoning deserves public scrutiny
October 8, 2021

House Commission on Land Use and Zoning deserves public scrutiny

Commission Chair Deller said that in conversations with Speaker Shekarchi, he learned that the Speaker was interested...
State to take public testimony on police body-worn cameras
October 6, 2021

State to take public testimony on police body-worn cameras

Following the initial gathering of public input, the Attorney General and the Director of the Department of...
Interview: Nirva LaFortune has a vision for Providence, and wants to be your mayor
October 13, 2021

Interview: Nirva LaFortune has a vision for Providence, and wants to be your mayor

“People want to live in safe neighborhoods,” said Councilmember LaFortune. “But with public safety, many folks throughout...
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