AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoLocal Politics & Policy: Rhode Island signed a law expanding insurance reimbursement for public health dental hygienists, boosting access for vulnerable residents. Public Health & Aging: PACE-RI named Dr. Katharine Darland its new chief medical officer as enrollment tops 500 older adults. Safety & Community: A 71-year-old man died after being pulled from the water at Conimicut Point in Warwick. Business & Community Recognition: Providence Business News announced 2026 Leaders & Achievers honorees, with awards set for Aug. 20 in Warwick. Environment: Volunteers removed invasive water chestnuts from Lake Quinsigamond in Worcester/Shrewsbury, hauling plants for composting. Statewide Consumer Rules: Rhode Island is moving toward stricter staffing requirements for grocery self-checkout lanes. Culture & Sports Buzz: Providence’s World Cup FanZone drew big crowds, while Rhode Island’s role in America’s 250th celebrations remains a talking point as some states opt out of the Great American State Fair. Human Interest: A Rhode Island marketing figure, Phil Loscoe of RDW Group, retired after 32 years.
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