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Financing Deal Clears Path for Centurion to Acquire Roger Williams and Fatima Hospitals

Rhode Island Attorney General Peter Neronha says new funding plans aim to resolve a multimillion-dollar gap and secure the future of the long-struggling CharterCARE hospitals

Education

Brown University Settles With Trump Administration to Restore Research Funding

The settlement doesn’t require Brown to admit wrongdoing or to pay the federal government

July 31, 2025

Joe Tasca

Health

West Nile Virus Detected in Rhode Island for First Time in 2025

Health officials say an East Providence mosquito tested positive for West Nile Virus, urging residents to use repellent and eliminate standing water as mosquito season ramps up.

August 1, 2025

Alexander Castro

Economy

CVS Health Hikes 2025 Forecast Again, Boosted by Insurance, Pharmacy Businesses

The Woonsocket-based health care giant reported $98.9 billion in revenue, boosted by higher prescription volume and a 39% jump in health insurance income, sending shares up 8% in premarket trading

July 31, 2025

Tom Murphy

Health

‘I Voted No, Passionately No.’ Butler Hospital Strikers Reject Latest Contract Offer

July 31, 2025

Alexander Castro

Politics

In Packed R.I. Federal Courtroom, a Debate Over Trump Grant Rules for Domestic Violence Services

Verdict expected before Aug. 12 grant acceptance deadline

July 30, 2025

Alexander Castro

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Stand, Share and Support Ocean State Media

Federal funding cuts have passed. We need your support now more than ever.

May 08, 2025 03:08 PM

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Arts & Entertainment

Ocean State Session: For Jake Blount, Folk Music is Always Evolving

“Growth and innovation is the shape of the tradition that I’m a part of, and it asks that of me constantly”

August 1, 2025

Mareva Lindo

Arts & Entertainment

‘Just Show Up': Chase Ceglie on Teaching, Songwriting, and the Daily Grind of Making Music

July 25, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

After Much Speculation, Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham Announce ‘Buckingham Nicks’ Reissue

July 23, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Ozzy Osbourne, Who Led Black Sabbath and Became the Godfather of Heavy Metal, Dies at 76

July 22, 2025

Arts & Entertainment

Charlie Marie: Rhode Island Country Artist Inspired by Taylor Swift and Life on the Road

July 18, 2025

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Rhode to Independence: 250 Years

As the nation approaches its 250th anniversary, Rhode to Independence uncovers Rhode Island’s pivotal—but often overlooked—role in America’s founding. From the Gaspee Affair to declaring independence before 1776, Rhode Island helped spark a revolution. Through powerful local stories and fresh perspectives, we’ll explore the past and the civic questions it still raises today.

July 08, 2025 05:00 AM

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