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Legislative efforts to turn the economy around
There is not one simple action that can be taken to improve Rhode Island’s economy, some magical financial panacea or a better business climate silver bullet. There is not one all-encompassing … more
William A. Walaska and David E. Bates | 8/28/12 | 20 views
My day at the White House
Read the first-person account of Caroline Cowart, a 12-year-old Cranston student who was selected to visit the White House for the healthy egg white omelette recipe she entered into a contest! more
Caroline Cowart | 8/29/12 | 81 views
IN TAMPA: Mayors Allan Fung and Scott Avedisian, …
City work carries on behind convention scene
Political party nominating conventions … more
Mayor Scott Avedisian | 9/4/12 | 48 views
Remember joys and gifts of a loved one’s life
I hope this story encourages others to hold onto our precious memories, traditions and the gift of life. My granddaughter Elanna Leigh Zuller was born July 13, 1995. Our lives were enriched with … more
Marilyn Zuller | 9/4/12 | 55 views | 1 comment
GOP delegates find their day filled
Tuesday was a day packed with all sorts of events for the Rhode Island delegation to the Republican National Convention. After checking in with their staffs at City Hall, Mayors Fung and I attended … more
Mayor Scott Avedisian | 8/30/12 | 30 views
20 years later: Personal lessons from the Warwick teacher strike
(This is my account about how I experienced the Warwick teacher’s strike. This is not, in any way, expressing any opinions against teachers, unions or anyone. ) As we approach the school year with … more
Maya Lincoln | 8/30/12 | 287 views | 1 comment
HAPPY TO BE HERE: Mayors Allan Fung and Scott …
Weather breaks, Convention underway
The official first day of the Republican National Convention… more
Mayor Scott Avedisian | 8/29/12 | 37 views
Weathering the convention, mayors report from Tampa
Editor’s Note: Mayor Scott Avedisian, a Rhode Island delegate to the Republican National Convention, submitted this report Monday from Tampa. He is attending the Convention along with Cranston … more
Mayor Scott Avedisian | 8/29/12 | 15 views
FOUND: This female beagle was found running on …
Driving with Mustang Sally
By all accounts, it was a typical Monday morning. That was until I met Mustang Sally. Departing from an interview in Providence, I took my usual route down Warwick Avenue to stop at a favorite … more
Kim Kalunian | 8/23/12 | 275 views | 1 comment
Phyllis Diller’s last laugh
The grand lady of comedy, Phyllis Diller, passed away on Aug. 20 at age 95. Can’t you just see her, strutting through the Pearly Gates in a pink, knee-length dress, encrusted with blinding sequins, … more
Nick Thomas | 8/23/12 | 44 views
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