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