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Pawtucket council president opposes homeless shelter at Memorial site
PAWTUCKET – City Council President Terry Mercer has contacted the attorney general’s office over plans to open a new homeless shelter at the former Memorial Hospital site at 111 Brewster
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March 8, 2025 at 1:02 AM
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Stand up to those delivery fees…
@cotterforri.bsky.social
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Public utilities work. Nebraska powers its entire state this way—with lower rates and better service than private utilities. Even here in RI, the publicly owned Clear River Electric & Water District proves this model can deliver cheaper, more reliable energy.
February 21, 2025 at 12:01 AM
Stand up to those delivery fees…
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Rhode Islanders deserve reliable, affordable energy—not skyrocketing rates that pad corporate profits. That’s why I introduced H5161, a bill to explore public power as an alternative to investor-owned utilities.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/13/m...
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Could public power work as an alternative for R.I. by offering cheaper, more reliable energy? - The Boston Globe
Ratepayers are already paying more than ever for service that keeps getting worse, says state Representative Megan L. Cotter.
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February 13, 2025 at 3:26 PM
Rhode Islanders deserve reliable, affordable energy—not skyrocketing rates that pad corporate profits. That’s why I introduced H5161, a bill to explore public power as an alternative to investor-owned utilities.
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/13/m...
www.bostonglobe.com/2025/02/13/m...
February 20, 2025 at 12:57 PM
February 13, 2025 at 10:56 PM
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Add the RI Young Republicans to the list of endorsements for Chairman Joe Powers as he faces a challenger in the RI GOP’s upcoming leadership elections.
February 12, 2025 at 2:39 AM
Add the RI Young Republicans to the list of endorsements for Chairman Joe Powers as he faces a challenger in the RI GOP’s upcoming leadership elections.
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Not surprised
New study finds that while large language models (LLMs) can perform well on medical exams, they lack essential abilities, such as recognizing when they don’t know an answer.
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
www.nature.com/articles/s41...
Large Language Models lack essential metacognition for reliable medical reasoning - Nature Communications
Large Language Models demonstrate expert-level accuracy in medical exams, supporting their potential inclusion in healthcare settings. Here, authors reveal that their metacognitive abilities are under...
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February 12, 2025 at 4:51 PM
Not surprised
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A privilege to join The Public's Radio 89.3FM yesterday to talk about our #deathwithdignity bill, the Lila Mansfield Sapinsly Compassionate Care Act! Keep your ears peeled for the segment next week.
February 12, 2025 at 4:57 PM
A privilege to join The Public's Radio 89.3FM yesterday to talk about our #deathwithdignity bill, the Lila Mansfield Sapinsly Compassionate Care Act! Keep your ears peeled for the segment next week.
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Stephanie Gardner said she’s “beyond excited” to open Plato’s Closet in her home community of North Providence this spring. https://bit.ly/4hxRhAx
Save your stuff: Plato's Closet to open in North Providence
NORTH PROVIDENCE – With Plato’s Closet opening this spring, trendy and sustainable fashion will make its home in North Providence.
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February 12, 2025 at 7:02 PM
Stephanie Gardner said she’s “beyond excited” to open Plato’s Closet in her home community of North Providence this spring. https://bit.ly/4hxRhAx
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As ECHO Village prepares to open this week, Council President @rachel-ri.bsky.social spoke about the need to protect Providence residents with policies that prevent homelessness. Read more about ECHO Village in The Public’s Radio article: thepublicsradio.org/housing/long-a…
February 12, 2025 at 7:10 PM
As ECHO Village prepares to open this week, Council President @rachel-ri.bsky.social spoke about the need to protect Providence residents with policies that prevent homelessness. Read more about ECHO Village in The Public’s Radio article: thepublicsradio.org/housing/long-a…
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Rep. @karenalzate.bsky.social:
"There is enough money to fund what #RI families need. The Q isn’t whether we have the resources; it’s whether we have the courage. When the wealthiest claim they can’t afford to contribute more, while working families struggle, we know something isn’t right.”
"There is enough money to fund what #RI families need. The Q isn’t whether we have the resources; it’s whether we have the courage. When the wealthiest claim they can’t afford to contribute more, while working families struggle, we know something isn’t right.”
February 12, 2025 at 10:05 PM
Rep. @karenalzate.bsky.social:
"There is enough money to fund what #RI families need. The Q isn’t whether we have the resources; it’s whether we have the courage. When the wealthiest claim they can’t afford to contribute more, while working families struggle, we know something isn’t right.”
"There is enough money to fund what #RI families need. The Q isn’t whether we have the resources; it’s whether we have the courage. When the wealthiest claim they can’t afford to contribute more, while working families struggle, we know something isn’t right.”
Caregiver Sunday’s !
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Who would like more information?
February 12, 2025 at 10:50 PM
Caregiver Sunday’s !
Who would like more information?
Who would like more information?
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West House II offers 54 units for residents 55 and older, addressing growing need for affordable options
Legislators to tour new affordable housing for seniors in Middletown - What's Up Newp
Housing Network of Rhode Island and Church Community Housing Corporation are hosting a tour of West House II, a new affordable housing development for older adults in Middletown, Rhode Island. State and local legislators will get a firsthand look at the 54-unit complex on Feb. 12, 2025, from 11 a.m. to noon at 170 Enterprise […]
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February 11, 2025 at 12:00 AM
West House II offers 54 units for residents 55 and older, addressing growing need for affordable options
RIDE is not an example of leadership, so much waste on taxpayers.
How about we give our hardworking teachers a bonus?
How about we give our hardworking teachers a bonus?
Appalling. Bonuses should reward success, not failure. While Rhode Island students and schools struggle, taxpayers are funding a $10K bonus for the Education Commissioner—on top of a massive salary increase. This is not how accountability works.
R.I. Education Commissioner Infante-Green is getting a bonus -- Rhode Map by @danmcgowan.bsky.social
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February 10, 2025 at 3:13 PM
RIDE is not an example of leadership, so much waste on taxpayers.
How about we give our hardworking teachers a bonus?
How about we give our hardworking teachers a bonus?
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I don't know who needs to know this, but Pro Publica has an online thing that will format a letter to your US health insurance company to demand the records behind a claim denial. (which the insurance is then legally required to provide in most cases)
projects.propublica.org/claimfile/
projects.propublica.org/claimfile/
Find Out Why Health Insurance Denied Your Claim
You likely have the right to access records that explain why your insurer denied your claim or prior authorization request. Use ProPublica’s free tool to generate a letter requesting your claim file f...
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March 22, 2024 at 1:25 PM
I don't know who needs to know this, but Pro Publica has an online thing that will format a letter to your US health insurance company to demand the records behind a claim denial. (which the insurance is then legally required to provide in most cases)
projects.propublica.org/claimfile/
projects.propublica.org/claimfile/
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Karen isn’t about politics—she’s about the kids. Her dedication as a teacher and leader is exactly what Chariho needs. Let’s focus on what matters: supporting someone who puts students first.
January 2, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Karen isn’t about politics—she’s about the kids. Her dedication as a teacher and leader is exactly what Chariho needs. Let’s focus on what matters: supporting someone who puts students first.
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We need a policy plan to address the housing crisis that impacts the lives of those who entrusted you to the office.
Members of the General Assembly call on Governor McKee to declare homelessness a public health emergency
The letter was signed by 44 members - including Democrats and Republicans.
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/members-of...
The letter was signed by 44 members - including Democrats and Republicans.
steveahlquist.substack.com/p/members-of...
Members of General Assembly call on Governor McKee to declare homelessness a public health emergency
The letter was signed by 44 members - including Democrats and Republicans.
steveahlquist.substack.com
January 10, 2025 at 6:45 PM
We need a policy plan to address the housing crisis that impacts the lives of those who entrusted you to the office.
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What a beautiful snowy day! I worked on legislation, went for a walk, and wrote this newsletter. If you want to get this in your in-box, click on the button on the top left corner. mailchi.mp/ff3afeddcbe2...
February 9, 2025 at 8:41 PM
What a beautiful snowy day! I worked on legislation, went for a walk, and wrote this newsletter. If you want to get this in your in-box, click on the button on the top left corner. mailchi.mp/ff3afeddcbe2...
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The news is dark, but this obituary for a 101-year-old Rhode Island man is like a blueprint of how to live a beautiful life.
Rest easy, Joe Box.
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Rest easy, Joe Box.
www.bellowsfuneralchapel.com/obituary/Jos... Obituary
Joseph Box Obituary | Feb 4, 2025 | Lincoln, RI
Share memories & support the family
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February 9, 2025 at 11:21 PM
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New Orleans. Lady Gaga. Harry Connick Jr. Jazz Super Bowl
February 9, 2025 at 11:08 PM
New Orleans. Lady Gaga. Harry Connick Jr. Jazz Super Bowl