Thursday March 11, 2010
David Cicilline live chat - March 16
Brian Hull |  March 11, 2010
From the ProJo: Providence Mayor David N. Cicilline will chat live with readers Tuesday from noon to 1 p.m.   Read More...

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Patrick Kennedy's political comeback...
Brian Hull |  March 11, 2010
In a largely sentimental and introspective Washington Post article, Patrick Kennedy alludes to the future possibility of another electoral campaign. "I consider it taking a sabbatical," he says. He will transfer his roughly $500,000 in campaign money to an interest-bearing account, which he says he might…

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Moderate Party secures RI Young Dems board member as field organizer
Brian Hull |  March 11, 2010
In the Moderate Party’s push to gain legitimacy in a state dominated by Democrats, they recently hired a RI Young Democrats (RIYD) board member.  William Pierce, a unsuccessful 2008 Democratic contender against Republican Joe Trillo for District 24 (see below), joined the Moderate Party of…
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New report highlights a vision for solar power in the U.S.
Brian Hull |  March 11, 2010
There's a new report out from Environment America talking about the need for increased use of solar power in the country's energy supply. From Laundromats and baseball stadiums, to homes and cars, solar energy is already enhancing energy security and reducing pollution in America.  A new Environment…
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New Report Shows Children, Survivors Re-Victimized During Child Custody and Visitation
Wilhite |  March 11, 2010
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: Tuesday, March 11, 2010CONTACT: Chris Wilhite, (401) 467-9940 (office); (401) 829-2564 (cell) New Report Shows Children, Survivors Re-Victimized During Child Custody and Visitation Twelve Recommendations to End Domestic Abuse in Rhode Island's Child Custody and Visitation System…
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Hearing Today: Unshackling Pregnant Prisoners
Bruce Reilly |  March 11, 2010
Ever wonder what society does with a pregnant prisoner at the ACI and Training School?  Probably not.  But you may be interested in knowing that a bill will be heard tonight, in Room 313 around 4:15pm, to stop the practice of shackling women and girls during their second and third trimesters.…
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Cicillini's only option for the Providence P.D.
Bruce Reilly |  March 11, 2010
With recent revelations that three members of the Providence Police Department have been arrested for drug dealing, a little perspective is called upon from the Lockdown Lowdown... Read More...

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Our Oceans are Drowning in a Sea of Pollution
Frank Carini |  March 11, 2010
Water, water everywhere, but seldom a drop that is plastic-free. There are about 46,000 pieces of floating plastic per square mile of ocean, according to the United Nations Environment Program. Read More...

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Chris Fierro: Let's repeal the flat tax!
Brian Hull |  March 10, 2010
Go Chris!!! Rep. Chris Fierro has been appointed to the House Finance Committee by Speaker Gordon D. Fox.   Read More...

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Myrth York Endorses Angel Taveras for Mayor of Providence
Brian Hull |  March 10, 2010
Update: Here are Myrth York's prepared remarks.  The video can be seen here. Good afternoon and thank you for being here.   Read More...

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Bob Kerr breaks through the Projo Editoral Board's Fog
Pat Crowley |  March 10, 2010
Thumbs up for Bob Kerr for being a voice of reason against the Ed Achorns and Froma Harrops of the world. Once, it seemed it might be state workers who were plotting the downfall. They seemed so unyielding. Read More...

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Carcieri breaks the law again, ignores deadline for 2010 Tax Expenditures Report
Brian Hull |  March 10, 2010
We already know that the Governor was breaking the law when he refused to release the third quarter motor vehicle excise tax payment to cities and towns past the February 1 deadline. We all owe Scott Guthrie a huge thank you for discovering this violation. It appears that Governor Carcieri is breaking…
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Routine Chemical Exposure is Slowly Killing Us
Frank Carini |  March 10, 2010
Everyday people — even Joe the Plumber — are regularly exposed to 200-plus chemicals. They're percolating in our bodies, and likely compromising our health. The acronyms DDT, PCB, PVC, PBDE and BPA are the foundations of a toxic alphabet soup that is boiling in our waterways and collecting in our…
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Arts Advocacy Day - March 16
Brian Hull |  March 10, 2010
Join the RI Citizens for the Arts at their Annual Arts Advocacy Day at the State House.  Help raise the voice of the creative sector in the halls and walls of our house of governance!  Participants wanted!  REGISTER TODAY! Tuesday, March 16, 2010 Governor's State Room, State…
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What the hell is Pecha Kucha?
Pat Crowley |  March 10, 2010
UPDATE:  In what other city could you find sharing a stage a former Republican US Senator, the Director of the Providence Chamber of Commerce.....and me?  From the shameless self-promotion department, the event tonight starts at 7:20, I should go on about 8:20.  This is the one year anniverary…
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Doug Gablinske on House Finance?
Brian Hull |  March 09, 2010
Update: Well, there you have it, Doug Gablinske has been appointed to House Finance and as Chair of the Education Subcommittee, exactly as predicted. The other 3 appointments are: former Speaker William Murphy, Chris Fierro (YAY!!!), and Mary Ann Shallcross Smith. Read More...

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Central Falls Teachers' Union v. Frances Gallo
Brian Hull |  March 09, 2010
The Central Falls Teachers' Union is ready to talk and work out the differences that have erupted into an acrimonious confrontation with Frances Gallo.  They're willing to sit down and hammer this out, conceding much of what Gallo wanted for the transformational model to be implemented.   The…
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Fundraiser for Sen. Juan Pichardo - March 10
Brian Hull |  March 09, 2010
Please support Sen. Juan Pichardo at his upcoming fundraiser on Wednesday, March 10 from 6:30-9:00pm. Mediterraneo's Restaurant134 Atwells AvenueProvidence, RI Read More...

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The Opposite of Stimulus
Tom Sgouros |  March 09, 2010
Much has been made nationally of the Obama administration's stimulus package and efforts to turn around one of the weakest economies we have seen in decades. But in Rhode Island, our leaders have enacted counterproductive measures that have only harmed Rhode Island families and small businesses and continue…
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Members and community keys to ufcw local 328 victory
Jim Riley |  March 09, 2010
Many thanks to all who supported UFCW Local 328's successful effort to gain a fair and equitable new three year agreement with Stop & Shop. Our ratification meetings were held on sunday at Rhodes on the Pawtuxet.  The contract, which protects and improves the existing health & welfare plan,…

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