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RI ‘Dreamers’ now face a twilight of uncertainty

For Alexander Gonzalez Trejo (CLRI '15) and thousands of young adults like him, a dream deferred might be a dream denied.
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Newport Restaurant Group establishes pro-employee ownership firm

Paul O’Reilly (LRI '95), NRG president and CEO, called the new initiative a “major milestone” for NRG and “all employee-owned companies" in prepared remarks.
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Rhode Island’s Tastiest Competition

“Pound for pound, Rhode Island has the best food options anywhere,” says RI Food Fights founder Jim Nellis (LRI '13), who started the organization with the goal of connecting people with local restaurants.
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Casimiro aims to restore Kent Y’s flagship status

Julie Casimiro (LRI '08) wants to spread the word so more of the community can avail themselves of the Kent YMCA experience. It’s a job Steven O’Donnell (LRI '04), retired superintendent of the State Police and chief executive officer of the YMCA of Greater Providence, tapped her to do.
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Most R.I. students say they’re deeply dissatisfied with school

Among the traditional public schools, Central Falls students say they are more excited about school. Supt. Victor Capellan (LRI '98) credits a program that allows students to pursue an independent project outside the classroom.
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Weiss: LRI Graduates Give Sage Advice to President Trump

Herb Weiss (LRI '12): "How can a politically divided nation relearn how to have civil political dialogue to find a bridge between our differing political philosophies and positions on policies? Here’s Leadership Rhode Island’s answer."
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Pawtucket Restaurant Week Announces Participating Restaurants

“The Blackstone Valley Tourism Council is proud to partner with the City, the Pawtucket Foundation, and local businesses to highlight the flavors of Pawtucket,” said Bob Billington (LRI '99), President of the Blackstone Valley Tourism Council.
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Political Roundtable: Walsh On 2018, PawSox & Fatima Pension Woes

Robert A. Walsh Jr. (LRI '92), executive director of the National Education Association Rhode Island teachers' union, joins Political Roundtable to discuss the 2018 gubernatorial race.
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Creating amazing customer experiences is a worthy mission

Eric Anderson (LRI '11), President of Enviro-Clean, Inc: "It begins with our core values – we strive to be the most professional, most ethical and friendliest restoration company around."
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William J. Conley Jr.: PawSox hearings give citizens a say

William J. Conley Jr. (LRI '01): "I represent Pawtucket. I want to see the PawSox stay here where they belong."