AGP Executive Report
Last update: 30 minutes agoPFAS Policy Watch: The Trump administration’s rollback on “forever chemicals” won’t change Rhode Island’s stricter PFAS drinking-water limits, but it could reshape how federal rules get rewritten. Pipeline Pressure in RI: Residents and landowners are pushing back on Enbridge’s proposed pipeline expansions, arguing the process could mean more stress and disruption for local farms and wildlife. URI Field Science: A URI researcher is studying the black cherry’s “secret life,” including how it’s pollinated and whether it can reproduce without insect visitors. Coastal & Water Safety: RIDOH and RIDEM are advising people to avoid contact with Watchaug Pond as advisories are lifted/reissued around invasive species and water conditions. Local Growth With Stormwater: Pawtucket is moving ahead with Tidewater Landing’s next phase, using state-backed low-cost loans for pedestrian access, parks, and stormwater infrastructure. Weather: Expect on-and-off showers and possible thunderstorms Monday into Tuesday, with about 1 to 1½ inches likely in many areas.
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