Wickenden aquarium store to be replaced with modern development
The former Aqua-Life Aquarium building was a bright spot of blue on the corner of Wickenden and Hope streets, its walls decorated with an underwater scene.
Articles by Maia Rosenfeld (23)
State ban on flavored vape products triggers lawsuit
Today marks one month since Gov. Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health banned the sale of flavored vaping products in the state in an effort to address growing public health concerns around vaping, particularly among youth.
Young R.I. politicians urge youth to vote in 2020
As the leaves turn and the 2020 election season looms, progressive groups in Rhode Island are focused on mobilizing a massive voting bloc with notoriously low turnout: young people.
Providence Public Schools to provide free meals to all students
In a sweeping effort to improve access to nutrition among its students, the Providence Public School District is offering free breakfast and lunch to students at all grade levels, with no eligibility requirements.
Kennedy Plaza transit plan elicits mixed criticism, support
A new plan that proposes a complete transformation of the Kennedy Plaza transit hub has sparked controversy among Providence community members.
Students discuss how to influence presidential, local elections
As the 2020 presidential race heats up and young people prepare for a high-stakes election, University students are talking about how to best leave their mark.
Students reflect on climate activism
Since over 1000 people participated in Providence’s climate strike two weeks ago, local organizers said they have seen more students mobilize for climate justice. But some organizers expressed fear that students on campus might be too complacent and insulated to organize consistently for the future.
International climate strike unfolds in Providence
An estimated 1,000 people took to the streets of downtown Providence Friday to strike for political action on climate change. The youth-led protest was part of an international strike to demand climate justice.
Rhode Island mobile sports betting app launches, faces legal questions
Rhode Island residents and visitors can now place bets on sporting events from the comfort of their own homes, thanks to a new mobile application launched Sept. 4 by the Rhode Island Lottery.
Summer burglaries leave students shaken
Students living near campus this summer had an extra reason to sweat after a series of robberies swept through College Hill. The Herald spoke with four students who experienced break-ins over the summer, all of whom expressed frustration and unease after the incidents. Evie Hidysmith ’21 woke up around midnight […]
State ban on flavored vape products triggers lawsuit
Today marks one month since Gov. Gina Raimondo and the Rhode Island Department of Health banned the sale of flavored vaping products in the state in an effort to address growing public health concerns around vaping, particularly among youth.
Young R.I. politicians urge youth to vote in 2020
As the leaves turn and the 2020 election season looms, progressive groups in Rhode Island are focused on mobilizing a massive voting bloc with notoriously low turnout: young people.
Providence Public Schools to provide free meals to all students
In a sweeping effort to improve access to nutrition among its students, the Providence Public School District is offering free breakfast and lunch to students at all grade levels, with no eligibility requirements.
Kennedy Plaza transit plan elicits mixed criticism, support
A new plan that proposes a complete transformation of the Kennedy Plaza transit hub has sparked controversy among Providence community members.
Students discuss how to influence presidential, local elections
As the 2020 presidential race heats up and young people prepare for a high-stakes election, University students are talking about how to best leave their mark.
Students reflect on climate activism
Since over 1000 people participated in Providence’s climate strike two weeks ago, local organizers said they have seen more students mobilize for climate justice. But some organizers expressed fear that students on campus might be too complacent and insulated to organize consistently for the future.
International climate strike unfolds in Providence
An estimated 1,000 people took to the streets of downtown Providence Friday to strike for political action on climate change. The youth-led protest was part of an international strike to demand climate justice.
Rhode Island mobile sports betting app launches, faces legal questions
Rhode Island residents and visitors can now place bets on sporting events from the comfort of their own homes, thanks to a new mobile application launched Sept. 4 by the Rhode Island Lottery.
Summer burglaries leave students shaken
Students living near campus this summer had an extra reason to sweat after a series of robberies swept through College Hill. The Herald spoke with four students who experienced break-ins over the summer, all of whom expressed frustration and unease after the incidents. Evie Hidysmith ’21 woke up around midnight […]
