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Rhode Island Sees Decrease in Drug Overdose Deaths, Continues a Two-Year Decline
Rhode Island Government
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June 12, 2025
RHODE ISLAND, June 12 - Governor Dan McKee and the Governor's Overdose Task Force announced today that overdose deaths in Rhode Island dropped 25% since 2022 - continuing a two-year decline and falling to levels not seen since before the COVID-19...
Rhode Island Sees Decrease in Drug Overdose Deaths, Continues a Two-Year Decline
State of Rhode Island Department of Health
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June 12, 2025
Governor Dan McKee and the Governor's Overdose Task Force announced today that overdose deaths in Rhode Island dropped 25% since 2022 - continuing a two-year decline and falling to levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic. According to...
Rhode Island Sees Decrease in Drug Overdose Deaths, Continues a Two-Year Decline
Rhode Island Government
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June 12, 2025
Governor Dan McKee and the Governor's Overdose Task Force announced today that overdose deaths in Rhode Island dropped 25% since 2022 - continuing a two-year decline and falling to levels not seen since before the COVID-19 pandemic. According to...
Industry-Leading Water Quality Handbook Now Available Free
EIN Presswire
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June 16, 2025
The consortium behind the handbook is offering a free PDF version. WILKES-BARRE, PA, UNITED STATES, June 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- B.F. Environmental Consultants, an environmental consulting and education firm providing a range of services...
THCA Flower 2025: Area 52 Unveils 2025 THCA Flower Strains – Zoap, Yaas Betch, & Lemon Cherry
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 16, 2025
Las Vegas, NV, June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Area 52, the #1 online dispensary celebrated for its innovative cannabinoid formulations and unwavering dedication to quality, proudly announces the launch of its 2025 Best THCA Flower Collection....
Stop & Shop Named Official Grocery Store of the New York Mets
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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June 16, 2025
Mets Partner with Supermarket to Combat Food Insecurity and Support Local School Food Pantries ***Partnership Launches by Addressing Need at South Ozone Park School*** QUEENS, N.Y., June 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stop & Shop is proud to...
Governor Mills Announces Visit to New Brunswick and Nova Scotia to Reaffirm Maine's Relationship with Canada
State of Maine Office of Governor
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June 16, 2025
Boston, MASSACHUSETTS -- Governor Janet Mills announced today that she will travel to Atlantic Canada next week to promote Maine as a top destination for Canadian tourists and to strengthen cross-border relationships and economic ties. The...
Aquatic Weed Treatment Scheduled for AL Mowry Pond on June 19
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
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June 16, 2025
Published on Monday, June 16, 2025 PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) will treat A.L. Mowry Pond in Smithfield on Thursday, June 19 to control invasive aquatic plants. Anglers and boaters should avoid...
Modified District Government Services for Memorial Day
Department of Motor Vehicles DC
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June 16, 2025
(Washington, DC) – On Monday, May 26, District Government will observe the Memorial Day holiday. While some services will be affected, many District employees will continue serving to maintain essential District operations. What's Open on Monday,...
Veolia partners with Jamestown, Rhode Island to provide high-quality water service
Business Wire
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June 4, 2025
Veolia North America, the leading provider of water services and environmental solutions in the U.S. and Canada, has entered a three-year agreement to operate the water treatment plant for the Town of Jamestown, Rhode Island, providing high...
ACK For Whales, Wampanoag Tribe / Aquinnah, Coalition of Charter Fishing Groups from Four States and Seven Environmental Champions Sue Federal Government Over Wind Projects
Business Wire
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May 28, 2025
The independent and non-partisan environmental grassroots group ACK For Whales, the Wampanoag Tribe of Gay Head / Aquinnah, Green Oceans, a coalition of charter fishing groups and seven individuals have filed suit in federal court asking the Court...
U.S. Climate Alliance Governors Launch Affordable Clean Cars Coalition to Expand Americans’ Access to Newer and Cleaner Vehicles
Maryland Department of the Environment
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May 23, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Climate Alliance announced the launch of the Affordable Clean Cars Coalition by 11 of its member governors to sustain America’s transition to cleaner and more affordable cars, support U.S. automotive...
Keep Your Paws Off Wildlife
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
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May 19, 2025
Published on Monday, May 19, 2025 PROVIDENCE, RI – The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) again urges the public not to interfere with baby wild animals, especially fawns, which are often mistakenly thought to be abandoned....
Fight the Bite this Summer - First RI Mosquito Report of 2025
State of Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management
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June 12, 2025
Published on Thursday, June 12, 2025 PROVIDENCE, RI – As mosquito season begins, the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) and Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announce that the first mosquito samples tested by the...
Travel Advisory: Temporary Closure of Newell Bridge in Cumberland Scheduled for June 20-23
Rhode Island Government
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June 10, 2025
RHODE ISLAND, June 10 - Beginning, Friday night, June 20, at 10 p.m., the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is scheduled to begin a temporary extended weekend closure of Newell Bridge in Cumberland for its demolition and...
Travel Advisory: Lane Closures Needed at Route 146 and Sayles Hill Road in North Smithfield Saturday Night into Sunday
Rhode Island Government
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June 9, 2025
RHODE ISLAND, June 9 - Starting at 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will temporarily close access to the Sayles Hill Road intersection for drivers on Route 146 South in North Smithfield. The...
Attorneys General from around the country filed amicus in support of Jobs Corps
Washington State Office of Attorney General
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June 13, 2025
SEATTLE — Attorney General Nick Brown today filed an amicus brief with attorneys general from 18 states including Nevada in support of Job Corps, a national program that offers career training and housing to young Americans from low-income...
Travel Advisory: Temporary Closure of Newell Bridge in Cumberland Scheduled for June 20-23
Rhode Island Government
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June 10, 2025
Beginning, Friday night, June 20, at 10 p.m., the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) is scheduled to begin a temporary extended weekend closure of Newell Bridge in Cumberland for its demolition and reconstruction. The bridge carries...
Travel Advisory: Lane Closures Needed at Route 146 and Sayles Hill Road in North Smithfield Saturday Night into Sunday
Rhode Island Government
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June 9, 2025
Starting at 9 p.m. on Saturday, June 14, the Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) will temporarily close access to the Sayles Hill Road intersection for drivers on Route 146 South in North Smithfield. The closure will be in place...
RIDOH and DEM Recommend Avoiding Contact with Worden Pond
Rhode Island Government
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June 6, 2025
RHODE ISLAND, June 6 - The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) and Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) are advising people to avoid contact with Worden Pond in South Kingstown due to harmful algae blooms (HABs). HABs...