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6 Questions: Sojourner House rebuilding lives impacted by abuse

With October being domestic violence awareness month, ABC6 News Anchor John DeLuca sat down with Vanessa Volz (LRI '17), the Executive Director of the Sojourner House, an agency dedicated to assisting victims and families of abuse.

R.I. education summit participants focus on college readiness

Central Falls Supt. Victor Capellan (LRI '98) pointed to his district’s partnership with Rhode Island College, the district’s dual enrollment offerings and its College 101 course that helps students develop college-ready skills.

DiSanto, Klump, Ryan and Wray promoted at Washington Trust

Kristen DiSanto (LRI '06) was promoted to senior executive vice president, chief human resources officer; Thomas Klump (LRI '15) was promoted to senior vice president and chief information officer; William Wray, Sr. (LRI '96) was promoted to senior executive vice president.

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DCYF in the spotlight: Forum explores grim realities for R.I. kids in state custody

The sold-out forum, hosted in partnership with Leadership Rhode Island and Rhode Island College, explored the often grim realities for kids in state custody.

Pawsox to Host Thanksgiving Food Basket Drive with First Lady of Pawtucket

Those who are unable to donate food or volunteer, but would like to make a financial contribution, please reach out to Herb Weiss (LRI '12), City of Pawtucket's Economic & Cultural Affairs Officer at 401-728-0500 ext. 437.

Rhode Island’s Emerging Leaders — Joshua Giraldo

Joshua Giraldo (LRI '16): "I am constantly inspired by the all-out commitment to the vision shared by our team in Central Falls."

RIBBA launches $100K statewide microlending program

Lisa Ranglin (LRI '13), RIBBA president, says the funding helps address a looming need in an underserved segment of the business community.

Full Channel acquired by broadband management company

Levi and Linda Maaia (LRI '07) will be part of the transition team, but the family will not be part of Full Channel after the acquisition goes through.

Guest MINDSETTER™ Kinch: PawSox Must Put Up More Money for Deal to Work

"I want to thank Senate President Dominick Ruggerio and Senate Finance Chairman William Conley (LRI '01) for finally giving Pawtucket taxpayers a chance to finally be heard on this issue."

How a Local Entrepreneur Helps Clients Break into Podcasting

For Patricia Raskin (LRI '17), founder of Raskin Resources Productions, Inc., her mission is a straightforward one: “to create positive solutions through producing podcasts for my guest experts” via “compelling content for their listeners.”

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