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Reporter's query: Is it getting tougher to get a loan?

Is it getting tougher to get a loan? Journal reporter Paul Edward Parker is looking for consumers who have found that getting a loan is getting more difficult. He wants people who have not had difficulty in the past getting......

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Pawtucket bridge to re-open to 2-way traffic July 2

PAWTUCKET -- The Division Street Bridge is being reopened to two-way traffic, seven months after it became one-way, and an elaborate set of detours was put in place, when a weight limit was imposed on part of Route 95. The......

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Henderson Bridge work begins; bikes, walkers rerouted

Repair work is under way on the Henderson Bridge and that means those who wish to cross the bridge on bicycle or on foot must use a sidewalk on the westbound side of the bridge. The first phase of construction......

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Ex-schools chief Evans no longer finalist in Cincinnati

PROVIDENCE -- City schools Supt. Donnie Evans is no longer a finalist for the Cincinnati school district now that the Cincinnati School Board has decided to keep looking. Evans said he was disappointed but not surprised that the school board......

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RIC celebrating new dorm's 'green' certification at 5

State education officials today are expected to celebrate a special “green” certification for a new 367-bed residence hall at Rhode Island College. The Rhode Island Board of Governors for Higher Education will take part in the celebration at 5 p.m.......

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Update: Man accused of rape waives bail hearing

PROVIDENCE -- Marco Riz, who is accused of carjacking, kidnapping and raping a woman, today waived his right to a bail hearing and agreed to be held at the Adult Correctional Institutions while a grand jury reviews the case. If......

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State police seize fireworks, arrest Coventry man

The Rhode Island State Police arrested a Coventry man Saturday on felony fireworks possession and delivery charges. Bryan Gartner, 37, of 83 East Shore Drive, was charged with possession of class C fireworks over $500 and delivery of fireworks, the......

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