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Rhode Island Senate Shuffle: New Faces in Key Positions

January 4, 2025

In Rhode Island, the Senate is undergoing significant changes. Two prominent committee chairs, Senator Alana M. DiMario and Senator Dawn Euer, are stepping down from their roles. DiMario has been a strong advocate for climate policies, while Euer has played a crucial part in judge confirmations and

lifestyle

Rhode Island's Top Baby Names: Charlotte and Liam Take the Lead

December 31, 2024

In the small state of Rhode Island, baby names have been following a clear trend over the past few years. For the third consecutive year, Charlotte has been the most popular name for girls. This year, there's a new king of the hill for boys: Liam. The health department shared this exciting news on M

technology

Rhode Island Seeks to Boost Cybersecurity After Major Attack

December 28, 2024

Imagine you live in Rhode Island and rely on state services for retirement benefits. Recently, a cybersecurity attack hit the state's main service system—RIBridges. This left hundreds of thousands of people’s banking details, Social Security info, and personal data vulnerable. Whoops! There goes you

politics

Senator Cano's Bittersweet Departure from Rhode Island Senate: A New Chapter Ahead?

September 15, 2024

As Senator Sandra C. Cano stepped down from her position in the Rhode Island Senate, she left behind a legacy of impactful change. But what prompted her departure? Was it the allure of a new opportunity or a sense of fulfillment? The article hints at a potential job with the US Small Business Admini

politics

Will Rhode Island Senator Sandra Cano Leave Her Seat for a Federal Job?

September 15, 2024

As Rhode Island lawmakers buzz about state Senator Sandra Cano's potential departure for a federal job, questions arise about her future and the implications for the state. Cano, a heavy favorite to be reelected to her Senate District 8 seat, has been tight-lipped about the US Small Business Adminis

science

Rhode Island Life Science Hub: A Slow-Moving Start or a Deliberate Strategy?

August 28, 2024

Rhode Island's Life Science Hub, the state's latest effort to boost its life sciences industry, has hit a speed bump. The Hub's board recently postponed a vote on the development of a publicly funded startup space in Providence, citing 'in-the-weeds details' as the main hurdle. This decision comes