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June 25, 2008 Archives

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2 Democrats, 1 Republican file to run against Reed

5:33 PM Wed, Jun 25, 2008 | | Write a comment
By Mike McKinney    Email

U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, a Rhode Island Democrat, will face several challengers for his congressional seat heading into election season, according to candidate filings. Christopher Young, of 184 Angell St., Providence, has filed a declaration to run as a Democrat,......

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Sen. Moura won't seek reelection; Mayor Ramos steps in

3:43 PM Wed, Jun 25, 2008 | | Comments (1)
By Mike McKinney    Email

EAST PROVIDENCE -- Mayor Isadore S. Ramos declared his candidacy today for the Senate District 18 seat being vacated by Sen. Paul Moura. Moura, who has not said why he isn’t seeking reelection, switched to the Senate from the House......

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Senate to return to confirm judges with familiar ties

2:06 PM Wed, Jun 25, 2008 | | Comments (1)
By Steve Peoples    Email

PROVIDENCE -- The state Senate returns for a one-day special session Thursday to confirm, or re-confirm, several judges or magistrates to the state's court system. Most of the appointees have strong connections to the General Assembly, and specifically the Senate,......

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Governor will sign state budget tomorrow with ceremonial flourish

1:01 PM Wed, Jun 25, 2008 | | Comments (1)
By Andrea Panciera    Email

PROVIDENCE -- Governor Carcieri plans to sign the state budget tomorrow at 1 p.m., the final step in finalizing the $6.9 billion tax-and-spend approved by the General Assembly last week. The plan will become law after it is signed, and......

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Cicilline to share podium with Michelle Obama at gay council bash

9:18 AM Wed, Jun 25, 2008 | | Write a comment
By Andrea Panciera    Email

Providence Mayor David N. Cicilline will share the podium with Michelle Obama tomorrow night at a New York City gala for the Gay and Lesbian Leadership Council. The Democratic National Committee announced that the wife of the party’s presidential candidate,......

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