PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 23 -- The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management issued the following news release: The Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management (DEM) is advising the public that given the current statewide extent of Beech Leaf Disease (BLD), reports to the DEM Forest Health and Cooperative Agricultural Pest Survey (CAPS) programs are no longer requested. DEM's Division of Agriculture and Forest Environment (DAFE) thanks the public for their vigilance in r  more

SEOUL, South Korea, June 23 (TNSres) -- Rhode Island School of Design issued the following news release on June 22, 2023: * * * * Annual research project examines the relationship between nature, art and design, exploring how we can create socially and environmentally just societies * This year, faculty and students explore the theme of 'Collaborative Future Living' via two courses examining mutuality, the future of spaces and sustainability strategies * The initiative is part of the RISD x  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 22 -- Rhode Island Attorney General Peter F. Neronha issued the following news release on June 21, 2023: Attorney General Peter F. Neronha today announced the filing of a lawsuit against Smart Green Solar, LLC (Smart Green) and its CEO Jasjit Gotra for violating the Rhode Island Deceptive Trade Practice Act (DTPA) and engaging in a pattern of unfair and deceptive trade practices targeting Rhode Island consumers of residential solar panels. As alleged in the compl  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 20 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on June 19, 2023: Governor Dan McKee today signed legislation (2023-S 0444A, 2023-H 5380A) to establish Juneteenth National Freedom Day as an official state holiday in Rhode Island beginning in 2024. The Governor was joined for the signing by Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, bill sponsors Representative Brianna E. Henries and Senator Tiara Mack, Juneteenth RI President Helen Baskerville-Dukes,  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 24 (TNSper) -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on June 23, 2023: Governor Dan McKee today was joined by House Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi, Senate Committee on Judiciary Chairwoman Dawn Euer, and Chief Justice Paul Suttell as he swore in five new judges. "I am honored to swear in these five new judges, because they are the men and women who are tasked with playing a vital role in serving our state and its residents. Their di  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 24 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release on June 23, 2023: Today, Governor Dan McKee was joined at the State House by Lt. Governor Sabina Matos, Chief Judge John J. McConnell and other elected leaders to participate in a naturalization ceremony for 24 new United States citizens from 19 different countries. "Rhode Island is a welcoming place that embraces diversity, promotes opportunity and strives for equality every single day  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 23 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Governor Dan McKee and Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact. "All of Rhode Island will benefit from us investing in students and out-of-school learning time," said Governor McKee. "I want to thank Central Falls Mayor Rivera for joining us in this commitment." "Providing our Central Falls students with the best education possible requires us all at t  more

COVENTRY, Rhode Island, June 20 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Governor Dan McKee, Coventry Town Manager Daniel Parrillo, and Town Council President Hillary Lima signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact. "I thank our partners in Coventry for recognizing the importance in expanding and strengthening educational opportunities for our students," said Governor McKee. "Investing in our students is something we can all get on board with." "The Town of Cov  more

HOPKINTON, Rhode Island, June 21 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Governor Dan McKee, Hopkinton Town Manager Brian Rosso, and Hopkinton Town Council President Michael Geary signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact. "I want to thank our partners in Hopkinton for making the shift in how we see learning and embracing the Learn365RI strategy," said Governor McKee. "This approach will help all students reach their potential, which is something we all want t  more

PROVIDENCE, Rhode Island, June 22 -- Gov. Daniel J. McKee, D-Rhode Island, issued the following news release: Governor Dan McKee and Lincoln Town Administrator Philip G. Gould signed the Learn365RI Municipal Compact. "With Lincoln joining the Learn365RI Municipal Compact, Town Administrator Philip G. Gould, town leaders and school officials are showing their commitment to making sure our students receive the very best education," said Governor McKee. "The Town of Lincoln is extremely pleased   more

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, June 20 (TNSres) -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news: * * * Assistant Professor Mark Hartman's study aims to capture public's feelings about physical activity * * * Researchers in the University of Rhode Island Department of Kinesiology are seeking participants for a research study that examines psychophysiological responses to visual stimuli portraying different types of physical activities. The study will contribute to the scientific understa  more

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, June 21 (TNSfund) -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news: * * * The third $100,000 grant to psychology students this semester will fund Reina Kiefer's study on effects of alcohol and emotions on sexual assault risk * * * A University of Rhode Island psychology student will further her research studies after being awarded a prestigious Ruth L. Kirschstein National Research Service Award (F31) Fellowship from the National Institutes of Health. Doct  more

KINGSTON, Rhode Island, June 23 (TNSres) -- The University of Rhode Island issued the following news: * * * Kinesiology Professor Ryan Chapman's team investigates the impact of pelvic and lower extremity biomechanics on labor and delivery outcomes * * * In a potentially groundbreaking research project, University of Rhode Island Kinesiology Professor Ryan Chapman is leading a study focused on exploring the role of biomechanics during pregnancy and its influence on labor and outcomes. The pio  more