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Candidates for Rhode Island governor Ashley Kalus and Dan McKee sparred on two fronts Monday, with the Republican challenger charging McKee mishandled a request to raise the pay of his department directors, while the incumbent Democrat questioned Kalus’ appearance in Rhode Island and her out-of-state residency.
Despite appeals from community members, activists and clergy members the Rhode Island Public Utilities Commission voted Friday to approve sharp increases in gas and electric rates, to offset rising energy costs at the wholesale level, attributed to inflation resulting from the Russian war on Ukraine.
Decomposed remains found in a Woonsocket home Monday are those of former Mayor Susan Menard, the Office of the State Medical Examiners confirmed Wednesday, while the identity of remains of a second individual have not yet been finalized.
Saying she will be “the education governor,” Ashley Kalus Wednesday unveiled an education plan that she said would take a page from the Massachusetts approach to improving public education.
Five prominent former Republicans stood alongside Seth Magaziner, the Democratic nominee Wednesday, saying he would be better suited to represent the state from the Second District.
Legendary Pink Floyd drummer Nick Mason brought his “Saucerful of Secrets” show to PPAC on Sunday, September 25. The show consisted of early (pre-1974) Floyd material. His band includes Guy Pratt on bass and vocals, Gary Kemp and Lee Harris on guitars and vocals, and keyboardist Dom Beken. Photos by Doug MacGunnigle for Cumulus Media.
The former Beatle brought his all star lineup to Providence on Thursday, September 23, 2022. The band consisted of Steve Lukather (Toto,) Colin Hay (Men at Work,) Warren Ham (Kansas, Toto,) Gregg Bissonette (David Lee Roth, Don Henley, Ray Charles,) Hamish Stuart (Average White Band, Paul McCartney,) and Edgar Winter. Photos by Doug MacGunnigle.
“Describe the Night” runs through Oct. 9 at The Gamm Theatre, Jefferson Blvd., Warwick. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at gammtheatre.org or by calling 401.723.4266. Masks are now optional unless specifically indicated for a certain performance.
“The Inheritance (Part 1)” runs through Nov. 1 at Trinity Rep, 201 Washington St., Providence. Tickets may be obtained at the box office, online at trinityrep.com or by calling 401.351.4242. Masks are required at all times while inside the building.
“Tina: The Tina Turner Musical” runs through Sept. 18 at the Providence Performing Arts Center, 220 Weybosset St., Providence. Tickets may be purchased at the box office, online at ppacri.org or by calling 401.421.2787
