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...
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 –...