Small businesses affected by virus getting more help
Goldman Sachs is providing $10 million in loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Rhode Island struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov.Read More
Small RI businesses affected by virus getting more help
Goldman Sachs is providing $10 million in loans to small businesses and nonprofits in Rhode Island struggling to stay afloat during the coronavirus pandemic, Gov.Read More
Vermont starts alphabetized system for unemployment calls
The Vermont Department of Labor has started an alphabetized intake system in response to the rising number of unemployment claims and inquiries. To reduce theRead More
Weather prompts closure of outdoor virus testing sites in Rhode Island
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) — High winds and heavy rains prompted the closure of all outdoor COVID-19 testing sites in Rhode Island on Monday, the stateRead More
Police: Crash victim stole car of person who stopped to help
SHELTON, Conn. (AP) — The driver of a vehicle involved in a rollover crash early Saturday allegedly stole the car of a good Samaritan whoRead More
Bath trapping program nabs 24 raccoons, 4 skunks
BATH, Maine (AP) — A trapping program aimed at reducing the density of wildlife to reduce the number of rabid animals has wrapped up inRead More
Maine institutions to get more food from local producers
AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) — Maine is home to a new law designed to compel state institutions to procure more of their food from local producers.Read More
Coronavirus rent grace periods worry Conn. landlords
HARTFORD, Conn. (AP) — Connecticut landlords are raising concerns about Gov. Ned Lamont’s latest executive order, which automatically grants tenants a 60-day grace period forRead More
The Easter Bunny is an essential worker, says Maine governor
(CNN) — Hop along, Easter Bunny. You are free to make the rounds on Sunday, at least in Maine. Gov. Janet Mills announced Saturday thatRead More
Health commissioner reminds Vermonters about ticks
MONTPELIER, Vt. (AP) — Vermont’s health commissioner is reminding residents who go outdoors to check themselves for ticks. “Ticks are out in abundance now lookingRead More