Tag: Broadband
State launches $52M broadband infrastructure project
NEWPORT – The state kicked off its $52 million broadband infrastructure project on Friday that will enhance high-speed internet service for an estimated 16,000...
R.I. Commerce continues push to increase broadband access statewide
PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Commerce Corp. has issued a request for proposals to expand broadband service to 3,300 locations across 21 municipalities throughout the state.
The...
Superior Court judge dismisses Cox Communications lawsuit against R.I.
PROVIDENCE – An R.I. Superior Court judge has dismissed Cox Communications' lawsuit against the state that accused the R.I. Commerce Corp. of using “flawed...
The facts about R.I.’s historic broadband investment
It’s a historic time for broadband investment in the Ocean State. The Biden-Harris administration has provided our state with unprecedented levels of federal funding...
Let’s keep our eyes on prize in broadband adoption
Just days before President Joe Biden signed the landmark bipartisan infrastructure law in 2021, with a historic $65 billion investment in broadband, U.S. Commerce...
R.I. Commerce issues $25M RFP for broadband upgrades in Jamestown, Newport,...
PROVIDENCE – Around 6,700 locations across Jamestown, Newport and Westerly are set to get broadband service improvements under a $25 million request for proposals...
Statewide initiative launched to help increase broadband connectivity
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Daniel J. McKee on Tuesday launched a statewide initiative to help increase awareness of a federal program to help lower-income families...
ONE Neighborhood Builders unveils data on digital equity model
PROVIDENCE – An equity-focused WiFi service overseen by ONE Neighborhood Builders has seen a significant growth in usage since its launch in 2020, the...
Battle brewing to give R.I. more broadband choices
High-speed internet in Rhode Island is synonymous with one company: Cox Communications Inc.
Since the advent of broadband technology more than 20 years ago, Cox...
Cox defends $120M plan to upgrade state’s broadband infrastructure
PROVIDENCE – Cox Communications' $120 million plan to upgrade Rhode Island's broadband infrastructure is not enough for three state lawmakers, including Rep. Deborah Ruggiero,...
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