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No new teachers in Woonsocket in June sign pledge to teach Critical Race Theory

By Providence Reporter | Jul 13, 2022

There were no new teachers in Woonsocket who signed the pledge in June, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

Photos: With support from Brown, a new nook for young readers at Providence Public Library

By Press release submission | Jul 13, 2022

Brown President Christina H. Paxson and others visited PPL to tour the remodeled library and visit the newest addition to its children’s space — the Brown University Reading Nook.

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By Press release submission | Jul 13, 2022

Deb Biche-Labbe helped lead the Plymouth State University women’s soccer team to one of the most successful four-year runs in program history from 1988-91, which saw the Panthers post an overall record of 62-10-1 on their way to four NCAA tournament appearances, which included three regional finals (1988, 1989, 1991) and two berths in the Final Four (1989, 1991).

Puerto Rico Flag Raising

By Press release submission | Jul 12, 2022

Join us on July 21, 2022 at Noon for the raising of the Puerto Rican flag.

Field Hockey announces 2022 Schedule

By Press release submission | Jul 12, 2022

Highlighted by 10 home games, the Bryant University field hockey team announced it's 2022 schedule on Wednesday.

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Number of teachers pledging to teach Critical Race Theory in Chepachet stagnates at 1 in June

By Providence Reporter | Jul 12, 2022

There were no new teachers in Chepachet who signed the pledge in June, according to an online pledge from the Zinn Education Project.

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Providence-based Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores company United Natural Foods Inc. (UNFI:NYQ) sees value fall 32.4% in week ending July 9

By Providence Reporter | Jul 11, 2022

CVS Health Corp. (CVS:NYQ) was the highest Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores company headquartered in Rhode Island on July 8.

Q&A with President Paxson: Reflecting on 10 years in the Brown presidency

By Press release submission | Jul 11, 2022

Appointed Brown’s 19th president in 2012, Christina H. Paxson has guided the University through major accomplishments and national moments of challenge, and she looks forward to achieving more in the years to come.

Final Report of the Providence County Grand Jury (Reported July 8, 2022)

By Press release submission | Jul 11, 2022

On July 8, 2022, the Providence County Grand Jury returned an indictment charging Derek Sheppard with one count of murder, one count of discharging a firearm while in the commission of a crime of violence, one count of simple assault, and one count of possession of a pistol without a license.

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Value of Woonsocket-based Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores company CVS Health Corp. (CVS:NYQ) fell 33.6% in week ending July 9

By Providence Reporter | Jul 10, 2022

CVS Health Corp. (CVS:NYQ) was the highest Personal Care, Drug and Grocery Stores company headquartered in Rhode Island on July 8.

RIC's Lisi Named USTA Rhode Island Female Collegiate Player of the Year for Third Consecutive Season

By Press release submission | Jul 10, 2022

Rhode Island College junior Jenna Lisi (Cranston, R.I.) is the 2022 recipient of the United States Tennis Association's (USTA) Jill Craybas Award, signifying her as the Rhode Island Female Collegiate Player of the Year. It is the third consecutive year that Lisi has received this award.

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Providence Reporter area weekly mass times

By Providence Reporter | Jul 9, 2022

The following parishes in the Providence Reporter coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

New law sponsored by Rep. Knight, Sen. McCaffrey eliminates court fees for many defendants

By Press release submission | Jul 9, 2022

A new law sponsored by Rep. Jason Knight and Senate Majority Leader Michael J. McCaffrey will eliminate court costs for many Rhode Islanders, lifting a burden that often results in re-incarceration and serves as a stumbling block for many after prison.

USTFCCCA Announces 2022 Outdoor Track & Field All-Region Recipients

By Press release submission | Jul 8, 2022

The U.S Track & Field and Cross Country Coaches Association (USTFCCCA) announced its all-region honorees for the 2022 outdoor season last week, bestowing honors on 31 Little East Conference (LEC) athletes.

City of East Providence receives RI Office of Healthy Aging grant award

By Press release submission | Jul 7, 2022

The City of East Providence was awarded a grant from the Rhode Island Office of Healthy Aging to expand its public health workforce within the aging and disability networks.

Interactive Climate Opportunity Map shows benefits of future net-zero energy policies

By Press release submission | Jul 6, 2022

Created by scholars at the Climate Solutions Lab in Brown University’s Watson Institute, the map reveals what economic benefits individuals and communities could reap if the U.S. pursues a net-zero energy policy.

Offshore wind procurement bill signed into law

By Press release submission | Jul 6, 2022

Legislation requiring 600 to 1,000 megawatts of new offshore wind development, sponsored by Sen. Dawn Euer and Rep. Arthur Handy on behalf of Gov. Daniel McKee, has been signed into law.

New City Hall Hours

By Press release submission | Jul 5, 2022

New City Hall Hours

City of Providence Youth Summer Meals and Providence PlayCorps Programs to Begin on July 5, 2022

By Press release submission | Jul 5, 2022

The City of Providence is today reminding Providence families that the 2022 youth summer meals program and Providence PlayCorps program, both part of the City’s Eat, Play, Learn PVD free summer programming, will begin on Tuesday, July 5.

Three esteemed Brown scholars to speak at the International Congress of Mathematicians

By Press release submission | Jul 4, 2022

Every four years, the International Congress of Mathematicians convenes top scholars from across the globe for a series of presentations on every math specialty under the sun. For many invitees, presenting is a career-defining moment — equivalent to an induction to a hall of fame.