Op-ed: Rhode Island’s Political Stockholm Syndrome
At a press conference earlier this year about the failed Washington Bridge, Rhode Island’s Democratic leaders had a simple message for voters: “We need money for this bridge—vote Democrat, because Republican’s can’t help.” It’s...
From the Editor’s Desk: Settling for less than perfect
I started NRI NOW in 2018 with a vision.
In a time when even the 65-plus bracket was starting to turn to social media for news, traditional newspapers were scaling back, and the very...
Letter: Gibbs is eminently qualified for role as N.S. administrator
It is often stated that we fail to get the best people to seek public office, but there are occasions when it happens. In this election North Smithfield, voters have the opportunity to cast a...
Letter: Meo and Simpkins will protect and support the education of all North Smithfield students
I am writing this letter to express my strongest support for North Smithfield School Committee candidates Jean Meo and Chris Simpkins. Let me tell you why. As a member of the North Smithfield School...
Letter: Kim Alves is the clear choice for N.S. town council
Last evening, my husband and I voted in support of Kim Alves for the North Smithfield Town Council. Kim is one leader that has demonstrated character and dependability, in light of some very troubled...
Letter: Frustrated Burrillville voters should write in alternative name on the election ballot
As a member of the Burrillville Town Democratic Committee, I want to express my frustration and dissatisfaction with the Burrillville Town Council. Especially regarding the turf field, the Town Council has acted against professional...
Letter: Political differences create opponents, not enemies
As Ronald Reagan said back in the 1980s regarding then-pending legislation: “We don’t have enemies, we have opponents.” That is not naïve ... that was Reagan’s take on the game of politics. He could...
