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Rhode Island's job market showed modest growth in July with 700 new positions and unemployment dropping to 3.9%, beating the national rate. While some sectors struggled, manufacturing wages climbed and construction continued its steady rebound.
Rhode Island lawmakers are backing legislation to put certified librarians in every public school after research showed they boost reading scores and student success. The Save Our Rhode Island School Libraries Act would ensure every student gets daily library access and professional support.
Giant offshore wind turbines are successfully powering over a million homes across Rhode Island, Connecticut, and New York. Despite political headwinds, America's offshore wind industry is becoming a commercial reality along the East Coast.
Five thousand Scottish soccer fans staying in Providence, Rhode Island couldn't afford Boston hotels, so they turned a budget workaround into a charity fundraising movement. The Tartan Army has raised over $23,000 for local children's hospitals and mental health services while bringing new life to America's smallest state.
A former landfill in Rhode Island is now powering 600 homes with clean energy, proving that yesterday's waste sites can become tomorrow's green energy hubs. The 5.7 megawatt solar array avoids nearly 4,000 tons of carbon emissions annually while pumping $4.4 million into the local economy.
A new offshore wind farm promises to cut electricity costs for Rhode Island residents while reducing reliance on volatile natural gas prices. Revolution Wind will supply 18% of the state's power at predictable rates that could save ratepayers hundreds of millions.
University of Rhode Island researchers discovered a thriving community of rare freshwater mussels in the Moosup River, the first documented find in over three decades. The discovery signals surprisingly healthy water quality in a region where freshwater ecosystems have long been overlooked.
A new online platform connects Long Islanders with jobs, training, and support services all in one place. The free tool helps residents meet new federal work requirements while building careers.
When 3 feet of snow buried Rhode Island neighborhoods for days, volunteers grabbed shovels and cleared driveways for those who couldn't do it themselves. Grassroots networks are proving that neighbors still look out for each other.
Scarlett Biancuzzo, a Barrington High School graduate passionate about broadcast journalism, received a four-year scholarship worth up to $60,000 from Ocean State Media. The scholarship supports aspiring journalists in Rhode Island and southeastern Massachusetts, with applications for 2026 now open until April 13. ##
A new mental health care model in Rhode Island is helping thousands more people get treatment, with early data showing real improvements in people's lives. Eight community clinics across the state are making it easier to access care and helping people stay healthier at home.
When dozens of parrots were found living in a New Hampshire barn without heat or water, Rhode Island Parrot Rescue mobilized to save every single bird. All 71 parrots are now safe and recovering.
A federal judge ruled that the Justice Department cannot force Rhode Island to hand over voter records, protecting citizen privacy. The decision marks the fifth state where courts have defended local election control against federal overreach.
A Rhode Island high school baseball team just clinched their division championship in a season that brought their community together. The East Greenwich Avengers captured the Division II state title, capping off weeks of playoff excitement across the state.
A small Rhode Island farm grows 14 tons of organic vegetables annually for food pantries, powered almost entirely by volunteers and teen interns. Now they're looking for more helping hands to feed hungry families this season.
A First Nations company on Badu Island is turning environmental cleanup into career opportunities. Thanks to a federal remote jobs program, five locals now have work keeping their island paradise pristine.
When an autistic barista had his $20 tip jar stolen, his Rhode Island community responded by filling it with $900 in two days. The overwhelming support left Michael Coyne speechless and renewed his mother's faith in humanity.
California's Jobs First initiative has generated over 61,000 new jobs across the state with $1.6 billion in regional investments. The program tailors job creation strategies to each area's unique industries, from medtech to manufacturing.
A man shoveling snow in Providence discovered a large exotic lizard buried alive under nearly two feet of snow after last week's massive winter storm. Thanks to quick thinking and a team of caring rescuers, "Frankie" the tegu is now recovering from frostbite and getting stronger every day.
A 50-year-old Providence apartment building just got a complete climate upgrade that will slash energy bills and emissions. The entire 194-unit senior housing complex was retrofitted with heat pumps in less than two weeks.
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