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Statement from Councilman John Goncalves Regarding Woman Attacked by ATV Riders This Morning

The terrifying and senseless act of violence that took place this morning is a wake up call to local leaders that we must act immediately to protect...

Statement from Councilor David Salvatore Regarding Attack on Innocent Mother

I was horrified to hear reports that at 6 A.M. this morning, a woman was pulled from her car and beaten by ATV riders while her eight-month-old...

Council President Igliozzi Calls for Return of Community Policing to Address Surge in Violent Crime

Community policing initiative, increased number of police officers on the street, diversion programs all needed to address increase in crime. In...

Statement from Councilwoman Nirva LaFortune Regarding Violence in Providence Last Night

I am deeply saddened by the numerous violent acts that took place across our city last night, which resulted in multiple injuries and the death of a...

Statement from Councilman Nicholas J. Narducci Jr. Regarding Last Night’s Altercation

I was embarrassed to watch as the Mayor of our city provoked an inappropriate altercation between himself and Governor McKee. As an elected...

Statement from Council President Pro Tempore Pedro Espinal regarding CRMC Decision to Uphold Public Street Shoreline Access

Last night, I was glad to join community members at the Coastal Resource Management Council (CRMC) meeting, to welcome the decision the CRMC made to...

Council President Pro Tempore Pedro Espinal Defends Shoreline Access on Public Street

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Statement from Council President Pro Tempore Pedro Espinal Regarding Echo Village

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Green and Complete Streets Ordinance Passed by Providence City Council

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