AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoWildfire Smoke & Heat: Canadian wildfire haze kept air quality unhealthy across much of the Northeast, including Rhode Island, with alerts in place as smoke was expected to linger before clearing with storms. Community Health: East Greenwich rallied to help 5-year-old Jack Palms, joining the National Marrow Donor Program registry as he needs a bone marrow transplant. Local Development: The former Newport Creamery in Garden City was demolished, ending a 60-plus-year Cranston landmark as redevelopment moves forward. Public Safety: Rhode Island authorities helped capture Ronald L. Fischer, one of the state’s most wanted fugitives, after more than 20 years on the run. Economy Watch: A URI economist says Rhode Island’s economy is showing signs of easing out of recession, with May indicators improving. Grants: The Rhode Island Energy Foundation announced $250,000 in new community grants for 15 nonprofits statewide. Housing Planning: Narragansett kicked off its comprehensive plan update process, setting up months of resident input on housing, transportation, and conservation.
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