DOJ: Beware Fake Mask Exempt Cards
![[Original Image via Twitter Screenshot] The DOJ says there is no exemption for mask requirements, and that cards alleging such exemptions are fake.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Fake-Mask-Exemption-Card-140x140.jpg)
WASHINGTON, DC – In case you’re tempted to take mask exempt cards seriously, the United States Department of Justice wants you to know they’re fake. Assistant Attorney General for the […]
COVID-19
![[Care New England] Kent Hospital's Endoscopy Unit has been closed due to possible COVID-19 exposure. Patients have been redirected from the Kent Endoscopy unit to Women and Infants Hospital.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/Kent-Hospital-140x140.jpg)
COVID-19 Closes Kent Endoscopy Unit
WARWICK, RI — The Kent Hospital Endoscopy Unit is temporarily closed due to potential exposure to COVID-19, prompting the diversion of Kent endoscopy patients to Women & Infants Hospital. Members […]
Congress OKs PPP Extension Till Aug. 8
WASHINGTON, DC – Late last night, Congress unanimously voted to extend the U.S. Small Business Administration’s authority to approve Paycheck Protection Program, PPP, loans through Aug. 8, sending the measure […]
RI Phase 3 COVID-19 Plan Starts Tuesday
PROVIDENCE — On Tuesday, Rhode Island’s economy and society is moving into Governor Gina M. Raimondo’s Phase 3 COVID-19 pandemic plan, with some alterations to the approach outlined last week. […]
![[CREDIT: Pinterest] The Ann & Hope Curtain & Bath Outlet at 1689 Post Road, Warwick, and the company's 10 other curtain and bath outlet locations, will close permanently at the end of the summer.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Ann-Hope-Warwick-140x140.png)
Ann & Hope Closing Curtain & Bath Outlet Locations
WARWICK, RI — Ann & Hope has announced it will close all of its curtain and bath outlet stores in RI, MA and CT, including its Post Road location, the […]
![[CREDIT: Rob Borkowski] The RI State House. RIDOH warns COVID-19 masks are a must as spread is likely outside the home. Gov. Raimondo also announced new small business aid through a $10M loan program with Goldman Sachs.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/RI-State-House-3-140x140.jpg)
RI COVID-19: ‘This Could Change Very Quickly’
PROVIDENCE — After another heartening news week for RI COVID-19 spread, Gov. Gina Raimondo advised continued caution during her now semi-daily pandemic news conference. Raimondo pointed out a rising trend […]
![[CREDIT: ReopeningRI.com] The state's phase III reopening plan loosens rules and entrusts people to use their judgement, according to Gov. Raimondo.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/RI-Phase-III-reopening-COVID-19-140x140.png)
RI COVID-19 Phase III: Discretion Required
PROVIDENCE, RI — RI’s Phase II was a broad reopening of much of the economy, but Phase III will reopen everything in some fashion, trusting people to watch out for […]
![[CREDIT: RIDOH] The RI Department of Health has closed First Beach in Newport to swimming due to high bacteria levels.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/First-Beach-Closed-RIDOH-140x140.png)
RIDOH: First Beach Unsafe For Swimming
NEWPORT, RI —The Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) has recommended closing Easton’s Beach (also known as First Beach) in Newport for swimming due to high bacteria levels. The health […]
Reed: PPP EZ Form Aids Small Businesses
WASHINGTON, DC — The U.S. Treasury and U.S. Small Business Administration have settled on a borrower-friendly PPP EZ form for loan forgiveness following Sen. Jack Reed’s legislation and small business […]
![[CREDIT: GSSNE]You can still get your yearly Girl Scout cookies at the Girl Scout Cookie Drive-Thru at 500 Greenwich Ave. June 13, 14 and June 19-21.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Warwick-Girl-Scout-Cookie-Drive-Thru-140x140.jpeg)
Girl Scout Cookie Drive-Thru Open in Warwick
WARWICK, RI — If you missed your yearly Girl Scout cookie fix, the Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England Headquarters and local Girl Scout troops have you covered with their […]
![[CREDIT: Rob Borkowski] Warwick Public Schools Administration is located at 69 Draper Ave.](https://4c04wc5wq0w3uloelhe44ddb-wpengine.netdna-ssl.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/Warwick-Public_Schools-140x140.jpg)
RI In-Person Fall Classes: Details Outstanding
WARWICK, RI — Superintendent Philip Thornton knows when the state wants Warwick Schools to return to in-person fall classes — he just doesn’t know how. Wednesday, the morning after Thornton […]
Thayer Arena Reopens June 29, Warwick Offers Sports Permits
WARWICK, RI — Mayor Joseph. J. Solomon has announced Thayer Arena reopens June 29, and that the city will start issuing permits for youth and adult sports on City fields. […]
