Rhode Island Project Aims to Turn Food Waste into Meals, Leadership, and Lasting Policy Change
“A third of people in Rhode Island are food insecure.” By Bonnie Phillips / ecoRI News staffFebruary 12, 2026 This...
Ocean State Stories begins fourth year of publication on Saturday
Our focus continues to be journalism about issues that often are neglected or under-reported in this era of media...
Immigrant connections to Rhode Island’s rivers more than just recreational
Immigrant Connections to Rhode Island’s Rivers: More Than Just Recreational PROVIDENCE — For Melvin, who grew up in Liberia,...
Lobbyists’ opposition to climate legislation has profound effect, Brown University report finds
The General Assembly has failed to pass legislation creating decarbonization programs, expanding public transit, or creating a clean heat...
Ocean State Stories wants freelance journalists
Ocean State Stories is seeking qualified freelance writers — and we will pay for your work. We look for...
Trump administration suspends leases of Vineyard Wind and 4 other offshore projects
The Interior Department asserts radar interference and a national security threat to pause offshore wind projects. This story was...
Diesel Power Plays Temporary Role in Offshore Wind Development
The scientific consensus is that wind power significantly reduces fossil fuel use and has a much lower carbon footprint than any fossil fuel-based...
Q & A with new R.I. Food Bank CEO Melissa (Sobolik) Cherney
“There are so many ways to donate your time, talent, and treasure to this important cause.” Q & A...
What is the Future of Gleaning in Rhode Island?
The age-old practice of harvesting unsold produce and distributing it to those in need helps prevent food waste and...
Rhode Island Energy breaks off contract with SouthCoast Wind amid federal uncertainty
This story was originally published in Rhode Island Current, a publication partner of Ocean State Stories. PROVIDENCE — Rhode Island’s second...
Mother Nature has say in whether some recycling makes it to Central Landfill
Since it doesn’t have a dryer, RIRRC must frequently reject wet recycling loads. This story was originally published in EcoRI...
Q & A with Candace Ranslow
Q & A with Candace Ranslow Thanks for participating in our Q&As, Candace. In this interview, our audience will...
Offshore wind’s effects on fish won’t be studied due to federal cuts
The canceled study, which would have employed New Bedford fishermen, is one casualty of $7 billion in clean-energy funding...