Community
In this new monthly segment, we’re featuring a few highlights from the many events happening six days a week at the Community Libraries of Providence – plus, what they’re reading at one of the libraries’ several book clubs. In March: sowing seeds, sewing fabric, and a series of conversations by and for artists
‘Child care is truly the foundation of Rhode Island’s economy’
Patrons and staff at the iconic Olneyville New York System hope their favorite restaurant won’t change under new ownership
Several dozen homeless people and advocates in Providence held a rally in front of the Providence Public Safety Complex on Wednesday in protest of what they allege are recent instances of harassment by officers
‘We as journalists create a first draft of history’
‘As much as I love my community, we are considered a distressed community’
The nonprofit will receive $3.1 million from the state to manage the site
Landlord group objects as public database, designed to track lead safety, categorizes homes without owner consent; state health department pledges adjustments