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20 Reasons We Love Providence

"Because of our size and our two degrees of separation, it’s generally pretty easy to ask the right people for help when you need it. That’s especially true with the rise of community-oriented organizations like the Providence Lady Project and Leadership RI."

Learning Moment

Retired Brigadier General Marcus Jannitto (LRI , 97) shared the following story at an LRI Jeffersonian Dinner last year, weeks before Colin Kaepernick of the San Francisco 49ers 365 opted to sit down during the national anthem.

Rhode Island city’s bankruptcy situation mirrors Hartford’s

"Central Falls saw tax increases [and] services cut, but it was an opportunity for the community to turn around, get new leadership, get young people involved and I can tell you now that we're doing much better," said Mayor James Diossa (LRI '12).

Grow Smart RI: Downtown Stadium Good for Pawtucket, Good for RI

“The Ballpark at Slater Mill would build on the city’s revitalization momentum, catalyze a more vibrant and walkable downtown and help set the table for attracting additional private investment to the city”, said Scott Wolf (LRI '87), Executive Director.

Erick Erickson: How to Find Common Ground

"This is what I want my children to know if I should die before they wake. The kitchen table is the most important tool they have to reshape their community. Preparing a home-cooked meal and inviting people over, both those we know and those we want to know, forces us to find common ground."

R.I. state trooper, son of former superintendent, was at concert during mass shooting

As a parent, former State Police Supt. Steven G. O’Donnell (LRI '04) said he answered the early-morning phone call that awakened him with dread.

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.”

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."

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.

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.

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