“We reviewed each of the bond issues carefully and view them as an economic stimulus package,” said Laurie White, president of the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce. “These bonds will provide critical funds in areas of need, including infrastructure, educational facilities and green spaces, and we are glad to lend our voice in support of these investments.”
The two also discussed the performance of the state’s pension system, the economy, unemployment insurance fraud, the millions of dollars of unclaimed property businesses and individuals may be eligible to claim through the Treasurer’s office and more.
Project Undercover Provides Diapers and
Other Children’s Essentials to FSRI Families
Family Service of Rhode Island is proud to have joined forces with their newest partner, Project Undercover, with assistance from Baby2Baby, to bridge the recent gap for families and children in Rhode Island. The donation of 300 units of baby formula, as well as diaper & wipes bundles for 400+ babies, toddlers, and children, received from Project Undercover in January offered immediate relief for families struggling to meet basic needs in recent weeks.
TEDxURI: Decoding the Language of Climate – March 20 & April 3
Be mesmerized by stories of glass ocean robots, the engineering of wastewater, consumerism, and more at TEDxURI: Decoding the Language of Climate. Leading experts from around New England will welcome you into their world, sharing their unique experiences with this multi-faceted issue. This complimentary event will be presented virtually in a two-part series on March 20 and April 3.
Providence Pirates 2021 Game Schedule
For the 2021 season, the Pirates will be playing an exhibition style season in the upcoming months, against teams from around our region and division. The team is looking to play a limited number of games for the 2021 season, barring any changes to the Rhode Island and surrounding states mandates on the COVID pandemic. The Pirates will hit the high seas, and begin their season on February 27th in Manchester, New Hampshire against the NH Rockets.
