Posts Tagged ‘Gene Valicenti’
What does RIDOT say about the Washington Bridge demolition?
In response to our inquiry to the RI Department of Transportation, this statement has been received – along with images of demolition. “What is shown in the video [circulating on social media] is planned, controlled demolition conducted in accordance with approved demolition plans. RIDOT has experts in structural engineering and demolition overseeing this project. RIDOT…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Governor “extremely concerned”. Street Sights: “Where is the outrage”. Updates.
Publishing Street Sights, RI’s only monthly magazine by and for the homeless (see below) Governor “misspeaks” says the RI Coalition to End Homelessness – adds their voice to others calling for a State of Emergency, Public Health Crisis We have been following the rift between the Governor and homeless advocates on whether or not there…
Read MoreUpdate: Homeless in RI – Shelter beds or no beds. Depends who you ask. And when.
It was a routine “Ask the Governor” segment on WPRO with Gene Valicenti on Friday morning. As Governor McKee was updating Valicenti about the status of the Pallet Shelters, he went on to address shelter bed availability, saying that beds were available to anyone who needed one “if they make the call” – and even…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: There are no beds. But, Gov. McKee on WPRO, “Beds are available right now”.
It was a routine “Ask the Governor” segment on WPRO with Gene Valicenti today – Friday morning. We listened in in anticipation of a question about the Pallet Shelters (story upcoming). Imagine hearing that there are – on this day – more shelter beds than are needed – and how one homeless shelter is only…
Read MoreTo Do in RI: Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame adds Admiral, MD & author, sports icon
Rhode Island Italian American Hall of Fame Adds Admiral Lisa Franchetti to RIIAHF Honors & A Salute to Sinatra! Chief of Naval Operations, four star Admiral Lisa Franchetti, will receive the Rhode Island Italian-American Hall of Fame’s (RIIAHF 501©(3) 2024 Lifetime Achievement Award at RIIAHF Honors & A Salute to Sinatra on November 2, 2024…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: (Updated) First ROI report on programs, funding, results won’t be coming.
by Nancy Thomas, publisher 118 days until the first day of winter Rhode Island never really had an Return on Investment (ROI) report. Something simple. That the average Rhode Islander, advocate, political leader, and homeless person could read and understand. A black and white example of the millions spent – and what worked – and…
Read MoreRI Veterans: Did you know? 25.04.24 (100th for Louis Dolce, events, resources) – John A. Cianci
by John Cianci, veterans writer Photo, top: Louie Dolce with his 2nd cake of the day with the US Coast Guard logo World War II, US Coast Guard veteran Louie Dolce joined the “100 Club” on April 24 2024. The day started quietly for Dolce awaking at the Rhode Island Veterans Home. However, the rest of…
Read MoreThe DaVinci Center Gala honors John DeLuca and celebrates 50 years of service in Providence
DaVinci Center for Community Progress Celebrates 50 Years of Service to the North End of Providence Community, Honoring John DeLuca The DaVinci Center for Community Progress announced its 50th anniversary, commemorating five decades of service to the community of the North End of Providence. As part of this milestone celebration, they will honor and pay…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Charles St. encampments at DaVinci Center, Charles Place clearing (UPDATE)
MONDAY update, Aug. 7, 2023 – Today, Providence officials will check on the encampment at private property on Charles Street to make sure that it has been vacated, and then clean-up of the area will begin. There are 3 parcels – 2 state owned land are vacated and being cleaned. 1 large private owned space…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: Dignity Bus inspected, Pawtucket to expand, Encampments moving, DaVinci waits
Dignity Bus, Woonsocket Update: The Dignity Bus RI was taken to Miller’s Auto for inspections and possible repairs, and the group extended its thanks to the work of Woonsocket’s Personnel Director, Mark Ferguson, and Secretary of Housing, Stefan Pryor’s efforts to secure a trucking union volunteer, Tom McCaughey. Valerie Gonzalez, Woonsocket City Council member let’s…
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