Rhode Island DOT releases final RFP for Washington Bridge project
The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) has released the final version of the request for proposal (RFP) for the Washington Bridge Replacement Project.
Rhode Island DEM announces spring outdoor education programs
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) Division of Fish and Wildlife (DFW) has announced a new series of spring programs aimed at engaging residents with the state's natural resources.
Rhode Island sees 6 H-1B petitions from employers classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry during 2024
In 2024, six H-1B petitions were filed by an employer classified under the Arts, Entertainment, and Recreation industry located in Rhode Island, as per data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-1B Employer Data Hub.
- Governor McKee announces new litter-free microgrant application period
- NFIB opposes new Rhode Island bills impacting small businesses
- Rhode Island simplifies hunting license sales with new changes
- Rhode Island Ethics Commission moves to strengthen gift rules amid controversy
- Rhode Island seeks seasonal staff for state parks and beaches
Analysis: Rhode Island among 25 states that allow boys to play girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Ocean State Today shows that Rhode Island is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.
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Rhode Island offers free wildfire suppression training for local firefighters
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is offering a training course aimed at enhancing the state's response to wildfires.
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Rhode Island experiences lower inflation rate than national average as of December 2024
As of December 2024, Rhode Island experienced a 17.9% increase in prices of goods and services since January 2021, compared to the nationwide trend of a 20.7% increase.
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Rhode Island considers options to address budget deficit
In a recent interview, Rhode Island Speaker Shekarchi addressed the state's projected budget deficit of $300-330 million.
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Avian flu detected at noncommercial farm flock by Rhode Island officials
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced the detection of the H5N1 strain of avian influenza in a noncommercial farm flock located in southern Washington County.
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Rhode Island announces winter trout stocking schedule
The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) has announced its winter trout and salmon stocking schedule.
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NFIB reacts to Governor McKee's address on avoiding tax hikes
The National Federation of Independent Business (NFIB) has responded to Governor Dan McKee's 2025 State of the State Address.
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2023: Rhode Island ranks 48th nationwide for total received in EDA grants, at $737,379
In 2023, Rhode Island received $737,379 in EDA grants for economic development projects, ranking 48th nationwide, according to the US Economic Development Administration (EDA).
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Property tax revenue down 66.7% from previous quarter in Rhode Island
The third quarter of 2024 brought in $1 million in property tax revenue for Rhode Island, a 66.7% decrease from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
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Analysis: Rhode Island one of 25 states allowing boys to play girls’ high school sports
As President Biden revealed new rules regarding Title IX protections in April of 2024, which redefined “sex” to include “gender-identity,” an analysis by Ocean State Today shows that Rhode Island is one of 25 states that allow boys to play in girls’ high school sports.
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Higher individual income tax revenue in Rhode Island during Q3 2024
The third quarter of 2024 brought in $486 million in individual income tax revenue for Rhode Island, a 4.5% increase from the second quarter of 2024, according to the U.S. Census Bureau's Quarterly Summary of State and Local Taxes.
