Christopher Allen
RIDOC upgrades tech, adds computer and manufacturing classes for inmates in...
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee recently praised the R.I. Department of Corrections for its expanded reentry services, technology and infrastructure improvements, and new educational...
Brown declared top educational institution in Providence for tech enthusiasts
PROVIDENCE – With a 6-1 student-to-faculty ratio and a strong focus on artificial intelligence, Brown University ranks highest among college choices for technology enthusiasts in Providence,...
Bryant and URI grad named independent director of Mercury Systems
PROVIDENCE – Jean Bua was recently named independent director at technology company Mercury Systems Inc.
As part of her new role, Bua will serve as a...
Polaris MEP to hold informational seminar to help manufacturers digitize
PROVIDENCE – To combat the constant challenges for small and medium-sized manufacturers to “go digital,” Polaris MEP is holding a virtual information session on Jan....
General Assembly opens 2025 legislative session
PROVIDENCE – State lawmakers convened on Smith Hill Tuesday to officially start the six-month 2025 legislative session.
As is customary, House and Senate leaders delivered...
Increasing city revenue, taking back schools among Smiley’s 2025 priorities
PROVIDENCE – Mayor Brett P. Smiley on Monday laid out his 2025 legislative priorities, which will focus on narrowing the city's fiscal 2026 budget...
R.I. Department of Housing proposes an overhaul of its governance structure
PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Department of Housing is proposing amendments to its organizational structure to streamline operations and clear some of the regulatory redundancies...
FALLING SHORT: Projected $330M deficit has General Assembly prepping for belt-tightening
For Rhode Island legislators, what’s old is new again.
After three years of surpluses, state budget officials are now projecting that the government is facing...
Will more Washington Bridge hearings help?
December marked the one-year anniversary of the failure of the Washington Bridge, and General Assembly leaders are planning a January retrospective. Again.
House Speaker K....
Armed with clippers, scissors, these military vets cut with precision
In the City by the Sea, competition for the haircutting dollar can be fierce.
Newport measures less than 12 square miles, but residents and visitors...

















