AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoWrong-Way Crash Tech: Rhode Island is using a mix of better signage and radar-triggered alerts to cut wrong-way crashes, with officials saying the approach has worked and is being expanded. Older Americans Month: Rhode Island’s Senior Agenda Coalition packed the State House for Older Americans Month, pushing lawmakers on scams, social isolation, and more funding for community aging services. Newport Hotel Project: Work begins June 1 on The Bellevue Newport Hotel, with phased infrastructure upgrades planned while the shopping plaza stays open. Lyme Season Prep: Maine is bracing for lone star ticks that can trigger alpha-gal allergies, and Rhode Island is heading into peak Lyme season with renewed attention to tick risks. Immigration & Schools: A Milford teen detained by ICE a year ago graduated high school, marking a community-backed turnaround after the detention drew national attention. World Cup Programming: Providence launched the “House of Portugal” Pavilion for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, aiming to spotlight Portuguese culture and match-watch events downtown. Sports Finance Watch: Rhode Island College reported spending $241,826 on women’s basketball in 2024, with figures compared to the state average. Maine Politics: In the race to challenge Sen. Susan Collins, Graham Platner’s wife called media reports about his alleged sexually explicit texts “shameful,” as the June 9 primary nears.**
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