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- 1Legal aid cuts put immigrant children in Rhode Island at riskโLegal aid cuts put immigrant children in RI at risk | Opinion
An opinion piece in The Providence Journal argues that cuts to legal aid funding are putting immigrant children in Rhode Island at risk. The article contends that without legal representation, these children face serious obstacles navigating immigration proceedings. The piece calls attention to the consequences of reduced funding for legal services serving young immigrants in the state.
- 2Rhodes Gastroenteritis Cases Stay High With Cause UnclearโRhodes Gastroenteritis Cases Stay High as Cause Remains Unclear
Health authorities on the Greek island of Rhodes are reporting persistently high numbers of gastroenteritis cases, but the source of the outbreak has not been identified. Investigators have yet to determine whether contaminated food, water or another factor is responsible. The ongoing illness levels are drawing attention as the island remains a major summer tourist destination.
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The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has lifted the travel ban that had been in place on Rhode Island bridges. The restriction, imposed during hazardous conditions, is no longer in effect, and drivers can once again cross normally. The announcement matters for commuters and travelers in the region, though details on the timing of the lifting or the conditions that prompted the ban were not provided in the initial report.
- 4Rhode Island bridge authority imposes travel restrictionsโผRITBA issues travel restrictions on bridges
The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority has issued travel restrictions on the bridges it operates. The announcement, reported by WPRI, affects drivers crossing the authority's bridges, though the specific limits and reasons were not detailed in the initial report. Motorists in the region are advised to check for updates before traveling.
- 5Rhode Island Audubon switches to solar to cut fossil fuelsโผRI Audubon goes solar in bid to eliminate fossil fuels
The Audubon Society of Rhode Island has moved to solar power as part of an effort to eliminate fossil fuels from its operations, the Providence Journal reports. The shift marks a step toward making the conservation organisation's facilities run on renewable energy.
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RITPA has issued travel restrictions on bridges, according to a report from WPRI. The restrictions affect drivers crossing bridges in the Rhode Island area, though the specific bridges and reasons for the measure have not been detailed. Motorists are advised to check for updates before travelling and to plan alternate routes if necessary.