SNAP gap reveals fragile food system
“The crisis is not over yet.” By JOHN HOWELL Warwick Beacon Editor This story was originally published in the Warwick...
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...
After SNAP scare, food access advocates urge ongoing action
Advocates say new, targeted SNAP cuts will continue to strain the region’s anti-hunger resources. Food programs are looking for...
Court filing delivers what R.I. congressional delegates ask for, at least partially
“Hunger should never be used as a political weapon.” This story was originally published in Rhode Island Current, a publication partner...
Thousands of Rhode Islanders suffer under SNAP suspension
Rhode Island’s food pantries and the thousands of people they serve brace for a hunger crisis as the Trump...
Q & A with award-winning playwright, advocate and filmmaker Sharece Sellem-Hannah
“My vision is to use storytelling, arts, and community engagement to shift how addiction and its roots are viewed...
R.I. Centers serving refugees and immigrants continue their work under new Trump policies
“They come from all over the world. It’s not just one country or one part of Africa.” PROVIDENCE –...
Q & A with Carol Anne Costa, head of the Senior Agenda Coalition of RI
“SACRI works through community organizing, public education, policy advocacy, and legislative action to address issues such as healthcare access,...
New Bedford pantries get a ton of tuna — literally
A research trip to study the reproductive conditions of tuna ended with a large contribution to the New Bedford...
Ocean State Stories asked a sampling of Rhode Islanders what freedom means to them today. Here’s what they said.
Friday is the 249th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. Ocean State Stories asked a sampling...
Ocean State Stories named finalist in national contest
Honor comes in public service category NEWPORT – Ocean State Stories has been named a finalist in the 2025...
CODAC’s new community center a ‘one-stop shop’ to meet health and many other needs of Rhode Islanders
Unique center, said to be the first of its kind in the U.S., opens in the heart of the...
Local clergy remember Francis as advocate
One emceed for pontiff in Rome: ‘I will never forget the kindness he showed each of us.’ This story...