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Providence Pension Projection Data Raising Questions
As the Providence City Council's Ways and Means Committee has been holding hearings on Mayor Taveras' fiscal year 2014 budget proposal, the health of the City's pension fund continues to come under close examination -- and scrutiny of its unfunded liability assumptions.
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CITY/STATE: How White Providence Really Is
The city of Providence is a very diverse place. In fact, it’s over 62% minority, making it a so-called “minority majority” city. However, the city of Providence is only a very small part of the overall state and region. Metropolitan Providence is one of the whitest major regions in America. Looking at metro areas with more than one million people, Providence ranks third in the country for the total non-minority population. The percentage of the population that is “white only, non-hispanic” – Hispanic people can be of any race – is nearly 80%. Only Pittsburgh and Cincinnati are higher.
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Is the Obligation Legitimate and Should We Honor It?
NY Governor Nelson Rockefeller was said by some to have an “edifice complex”. He was also a man used to getting what he wanted, when he wanted it. What Rocky wanted was the ability to realize his grand dreams without waiting for messy, time consuming voter approval of his various projects.
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RI PowerPlayer: Karen Jessup
Every Monday, GoLocal sits down with a Rhode Island individual who is currently making a major impact on the state. This week, GoLocal talks with Karen Jessup, Providence Preservation Society's Interim Director.
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Smart Benefits: Expect Double-Digit Health Insurance Hikes in 2014
Starting January 1, 2014, large employer groups in Rhode Island that are fully insured will pay much more in medical insurance premiums – plus an added 4-4.5% because of new taxes and fees stemming from the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
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video: Flash Mob Takes Over RIC Graduation
The commencement at Rhode Island College was taken over by a flash mob that raised the energy level and entertained the thousands of graduates, faculty, staff and the celebrating families. At this the 159th commencement, the 1,400 plus graduates were delighted by rendition of "Time of My Life."
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Russell Moore: Did Chafee’s Cabinet Deserve A Raise?
The state legislature is a pretty easy target for critics in the state of Rhode Island, and it's rapidly fired upon by everyone from avid political observers to casual followers. It's a large body, with over 113 members, and everyone seems to love their representative and senator, yet hate the legislature as a whole.
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College Admissions: 6 Last-Minute Summer Ideas for HS Students
Summer vacation will start soon, and many teens still haven’t made plans. A job is always a good option, but can be tough to find. So, here are some other ways to make the most of your summer and impress admissions officers:
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Up Close With Social Media Entrepreneur Abby Moreau
With her final semester of college approaching, Roger Williams University senior Abby Moreau found herself at a crossroads. Her inspiration came when an older friend who had been a successful entrepreneur encouraged Abby to do what she loves, and that was social media.
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MUSIC: The Carnival Barker’s Ball Invades The Roots
On Saturday at The Roots Cultural Center in downtown Providence, The Carnival Barker's Ball provided a two-stage show that was full of all kinds of craziness with jugglers, tattoo artists and freaks in every corner. Stella Knows Blues, Gill Moss, The Maiden Of Madness and Indiana Handshake were on an bill that exhibited all sorts of different styles and genres, a pretty cool time was definitely in store. Looking to get your groove on? The Carnival Barker's Ball at The Roots was your prime destination to highlight your weekend.
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B’s Beat Lundqvist, Rangers 5-2
The Boston Bruins are hot. The B's beat Kenrik Lundqvist 5 times Sunday to take a 2-0 lead in their best-of-seven Eastern Conference Semifinal series.
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video: Providence Bruins Lose the Game But Win Big Fight
The Providence Bruins may have lost game five in their AHL playoff series, but they did win the fight. The Bruins lead the series now 3-2 and will be home hosting Wilkes-Barre Monday night at the Dunk. A must see old school hockey fight.
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New Report Shows State Workers’ Compensation Non-Competitive
State Employee compensation in Rhode Island is significantly below competitive rates nationally, according to an independent study commissioned by the State's Department of Administration (DOA). A sample of 21 job titles were compared in a comprehensive benchmark test against six other states and three comparable municipalities as well as prevalent wages within private sector occupational wages. The DOA’s commissioned report found Rhode Island State employees’ compensation does not stand up by comparison.
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RI State Report: Made in RI + Tax Incentives to Live Healthier
This week’s State Report takes an in-depth look at April's unemployment report, which has garnered mixed results. Also on the docket are several bills passed this week that address gender discrimination, tax rates, and locally made products. Lastly, we’ll examine new legislation that looks to encourage healthier lifestyles through tax incentives.
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Travis Rowley: Obama’s Failed Vision of Government
When placed against the backdrop of a recent speech delivered by Barack Obama, the three current political scandals surrounding his administration help not only to lay bare the difference between the nation’s two major competing political ideologies, but also the superiority of the ideology of limited government.
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In Case You Missed It: 2014 Rhode Island Election Field
With the announcement this week by former State Rep and Democratic Party Chair Ed Pacheco that he's running for Secretary of State in 2014, followed by Ernie Almonte's assertion that he's gunning for the General Treasurer seat, not Govenor as previously indicated, the developments added another angle to the 2014 RI state offfice candidate field -- and GoLocal took a closer look at who the contenders could be.
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Who’s Giving The Grads Advice This Year?
Commencement season has kicked off for 2013, with New England Tech traditionally leading the pack with its May 5 ceremonies. In the weekends to come, Rhode Island will be full of grads of all levels, in caps and gowns of all colors, from North Smithfield to Newport. And with these festivals of educational pomp and circumstance, arrive famous speakers and those receiving honorary degrees. So just who is getting capped and gowned on Rhode Island campuses this season? Here's the guide.
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James Clayton Sattel’s RI Views: East Providence
Photographer James Clayton Sattel is passionate about Rhode Island, particularly those shores, crags, and vistas of his home island: Aquidneck. This week, Jim travels to the coves and backroads of East Providence to explore iconic landmarks like the Looff Carousel as well as little known historical sites.
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Beauty: 6 Easy Steps To Summer-Worthy Legs
Do you shudder at the thought of wiggling into pantyhose on the high heat index days ahead? Thankfully, the no hose look is still in style - even royal Kate Middleton eschews hosiery for bare legs. But if the thought of donning shorts or (gasp!) a swimsuit has you freaked, get gorgeous gams with this simple routine.
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John Rooke - Thinking Out Loud
Thinking out loud…and wondering if Toronto Maple Leafs’ fans this week got a taste of what we felt in 1986…
