David Morales, the Democratic nominee for Providence mayor and a state representative, has expressed his desire to reschedule PVDFest to take place during the summer months. Morales believes that holding the festival in summer would be more beneficial for the…
State Representative David Morales, the Democratic nominee for Providence mayor, gave his first televised interview following his unexpected victory in the primary election. During the interview, Morales addressed the issue of rent control in Providence, stati…
Gina Raimondo, the former governor of Rhode Island and U.S. secretary of commerce, has been named a senior fellow at Brown University’s Watson Institute for International and Public Affairs. In her new role, Raimondo will engage with the university community o…
A majority of the incoming Providence City Council members have expressed support for rent stabilization measures. This marks a significant stance on housing policy as the city faces ongoing concerns about affordability and rising rents. The councilors’ backin…
The Providence Board of Canvassers reported that approximately 70 poll workers failed to show up on the morning of last week's primary election. This significant absenteeism posed challenges for the smooth operation of polling sites across the city. Despite th…
The Letters to the Editor on September 16, 2026, reflect diverse community concerns following recent local events. Robert Rutley from Washington Park expressed disappointment over the failure to elect Aubrey Planitz in Ward 10, praising her advocacy for worker…
Providence voters face key decisions in Rhode Island’s general election on November 3, including five state ballot measures and two city questions. Voter registration closes on October 4, with mail-in ballot applications due by October 14, the start of early v…
The East Side’s Nathan Bishop Middle School recreation area underwent a city-led renovation that sparked controversy among local pickleball players. Previously, two dilapidated tennis courts were informally converted into four pickleball courts by enthusiasts…
Maureen McManus, the Deputy Director of Providence's Department of Public Works (DPW), has been on paid leave since January, during which she has collected a salary totaling $128,000. The city has not provided any explanation for why McManus was placed on leav…
The Rhode Island Board of Elections has agreed to conduct recounts in several close primary races, including a significant request from Elaine Pelino in the Republican contest for governor. Pelino’s petition came after initial results showed a narrow margin, p…
David Morales, a self-described democratic socialist, is poised to become the mayor of Providence, Rhode Island. First elected to the Rhode Island House of Representatives in 2020 at just 22 years old, Morales has built a reputation as a progressive leader foc…
Over the past decade, the progressive spirit ignited by Bernie Sanders’ 2012 Rhode Island presidential primary campaign has culminated in a significant political shift in Providence. Volunteers from Sanders’ 2020 campaign founded Reclaim RI, a housing advocacy…
