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...
Q & A with Sandy Hall, founder, publisher, and editor of Northern Rhode Island News On the Web
Thanks, Sandy, for joining us here on Ocean State Stories. And congratulations on the growing success of NRI NOW....
R.I. housing leaders warn HUD policy change could increase homelessness across the state
This story was originally published in Rhode Island Current, a publication partner of Ocean State Stories. PROVIDENCE — The state’s housing...
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...
Q & A with sensory-aware hair stylist Kristin L. Schober
Thanks, Kristin for joining us on Ocean State Stories. You were recommended by Kerri Dobbyn Cassino and we thank...
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...
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 –...
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...
Q & A with author Bob Wyss
“I write stories, mostly on environmental issues, a specialty of mine going back 40 years with The Providence Journal.”...
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,...
Alerts to include disabled missing persons
“An alert catches people’s attention and prompts action.” By ROSEGALIE CINEUS Beacon Media Staff Writer This story was originally...
Sen. Whitehouse wants to know where the quahogs have gone
“Quahog and other shellfish landings are in steady decline across the Eastern Seaboard.” This story was originally published in Rhode...