AGP Executive Report
Last update: 12 hours agoRhode Island Watchdog Push: Rhode Island’s new inspector general search is officially underway, with a five-member commission meeting at the State House to start picking candidates for the role created in the fiscal 2027 budget, though the panel still has to set the job details and timeline fast. State Politics: Four Democrats laid out their pitches for Rhode Island’s lieutenant governor’s office in a forum ahead of the Sept. 9 primary. Elections & Consumer Protection: In the Democratic attorney general race, Keith Hoffmann launched his first TV ad, tying his campaign to consumer and public-safety priorities. Local Infrastructure: RIDOT plans a major I-95/Route 4 traffic shift July 31 as part of the “Missing Move” project, with lane changes scheduled to run into early summer 2027. Community & Housing: South County Habitat for Humanity is marking a long partnership with Dunn’s Corner Community Church, Presbyterian, after the church sponsored an Adopt-A-Day build in Westerly. Environment & Fishing: Rhode Island anglers are still finding summer flounder (fluke) to be a favorite catch, with updated size and daily limits highlighted for both Rhode Island and Massachusetts. Business: Washington Trust reported stronger second-quarter results, pointing to growth in commercial lending and wealth management. Public Safety & Health: Rhode Island’s veterinary telemedicine framework was signed into law by Gov. Dan McKee, expanding access to care for pets.
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