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New mini-pitch soccer facility set to be delivered to Woonsocket

WOONSOCKET – The state’s newest mini-pitch soccer complex will be installed over the coming days in Woonsocket, a representative from Centreville Bank confirmed this week. The pint-sized soccer field with a hard surface will go in at 79 Asylum St.,…
August 19, 2026

Foster’s Cohen hired as first director of RI Abortion Fund

FOSTER – Five years ago, Molly Cohen heard from a friend experiencing a pregnancy scare. They were seeking an abortion, but without health insurance, they struggled to afford one. The financial burden put them at risk: though medication abortion is very…
August 14, 2026

Woonsocket sees an overdose spike

The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) issued an overdose spike alert for increases in drug overdoses among Woonsocket residents. According to RIDOH emergency department (ED) data, eight Woonsocket residents experienced a non-fatal drug overdose from July 31 through Aug. 6. A separate overdose spike alert was…
August 9, 2026

RIHEBC awards $1 million in capital grants to 45 local organizations

PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Health and Educational Building Corporation (RIHEBC) has announced $1 million in Capital Grant Program awards to 45 local health, education, and community service organizations across the state to assist in the completion of capital projects…
June 23, 2026

Medicare Fraud Prevention Week puts focus on protecting seniors from scams

As skyrocketing Medicare fraud schemes cost taxpayers billions each year, congressional leaders, federal agencies, and consumer advocacy groups intensify their efforts to combat aggressive scams targeting older Americans. Experts estimate that Medicare fraud, waste, and abuse may cost as much as $60 billion annually.…
June 21, 2026

Woonsocket Library adds Healthy Habits program for youth

WOONSOCKET – This summer, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank will facilitate programs across the state encouraging healthier nutritional habits. The Healthy Habits program has been running for years, but this will be the first summer the Woonsocket Harris Public…
June 18, 2026

RI’s new budget considered a win for older adults

As the 2026 legislative session wraps up, lawmakers approved a $15.2 billion state budget for fiscal year 2027. The budget blueprint (H 7127 Aaa) aims to provide economic relief, improve education and health care, and advance government reforms without raising broad-based taxes or…
June 17, 2026
Paul Jones

Care Concierge uses guides to advocate for families

Many questions come up when caring for older loved ones becomes an issue. Where can they go to receive the best care? Who will be the ones making these decisions? Where are suitable openings throughout the state and/or the region?…
June 7, 2026
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