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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for July 31, 2026

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By Ian Donnis Verified
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Jarren Duran continues to struggle for the surging Sox, but rest assured he will suddenly hit like a beast if dealt to another team, right? Thanks for stopping by. You can follow me through the week on Bluesky, Threads and X. Here we go. *** Want to get my column in your inbox every Friday? Sign up right here *** Exciting news – my weekly One on One interviews are now available as an Apple podcast. Please consider signing up! All eyes are on Gov.
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TGIF: Ian Donnis’ Rhode Island politics roundup for July 24, 2026

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By Ian Donnis Verified
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It’s time for the Sox to start another winning streak. Thanks for stopping by. You can follow me through the week on Bluesky, Threads and X. Here we go. *** Want to get my column in your inbox every Friday? Sign up right here *** Exciting news – my weekly One on One interviews are now available as an Apple podcast. Please consider subscribing! 1. STORY OF THE WEEK If you think downtown Providence faces a challenge bouncing back from the pandemic, Chris Marsella would like a word.
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Rhode Island Energy proposes near-record rate hikes for winter electricity rates

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By Ian Donnis Verified, David Wright Verified
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With the next New England winter approaching slowly – but steadily – Rhode Islanders face a potential 15% spike in energy costs in the season starting Oct. 1, the utility Rhode Island Energy said Thursday. A few hours later, Gov. Dan McKee signed an executive order, pending approval by the state Public Utilities Commission, that would use $28 million in Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative credits to offset the increase for most ratepayers.
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