Charles “Chas” Calenda Sworn in as Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island

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Charles “Chas” Calenda Appointed Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island United States Attorney General Pamela Bondi has appointed Charles “Chas” Calenda as Interim United States Attorney for the District of Rhode Island. As Interim United States Attorney, Mr. Calenda will serve as the chief federal law enforcement officer for the District…

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RI Energy Extends Shutoff Protection. Payment Holds for Federal Workers, Govt Contractors, Military

Close-up of an electric utility meter on a Rhode Island home in autumn, representing residential gas and electric service protection as part of Rhode Island Energy’s winter moratorium and shutdown relief program.

PUC approves plan offering no-interest payment holds and an early start to the state’s winter moratorium. Rhode Island Energy has granted House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi’s request to shield Rhode Islanders affected by the ongoing federal government shutdown from utility shutoffs and penalties. Under a proposal approved Monday by the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission,…

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Rhode Island Weather for July 26, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

Saturday weather forecast showing cloudy skies and mild temperatures in Rhode Island.

by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Southerly flow off of the ocean provide ample moisture to keep cloud cover a persistent presence through the day. Not enough punch in the setup to generate any rain. Highs in the mid 80’s and lows in the mid 60’s It’s a “B” day! ___ _   Follow Jack’s weather forecasts,…

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In the News… recap of the week ending May 16, 2025

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Obama summer home on Martha’s Vineyard up for sale for $39 Million Freight Farms, a Boston-based company that repurposed shipping containers into high-tech farms that could grow food, has filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy and ceased operations. The Daily Table, a low cost grocery chain in MA is closing – at…

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In the News… quick recap of the week ending May 10, 2025

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Heads of Brown Health & Care New England say the doctors from Anchor are all welcome to join them – they are working on opening up to the 25K without doctors. 7-800 patients looking have gone to Care New England. Two Ten Oyster Bar in So. Kingstown is open again after…

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In the News… recap for week ending 11.2.24

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Providence Place Mall forced into receivership, with attorneys John Dorsey and Mark Russo appointed by the court – the Mall remains open as restructuring takes place to address $260+ debt Crafted Hope Brewery in EG delays opening after a fire The Lincoln Town Council says they are concerned over new accessory…

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In the News… recap for week ending 10.26.24

RINewsToday – Rhode Island Weekly News Recap, Nov. 28, 2025

RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY RICAS scores in RI in English language arts fell from 33.1% to 30.8% Defibrillators and bleed control kits will be installed at Roger Wheeler State Beach, Scarborough North State Beach, Scarborough South State Beach, Salty Brine State Beach, and Fisherman’s Memorial Campground $15B Medicaid contracts in RI rescinded and proposals will…

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