AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoGovernor’s Race: Independent Ken Block is gaining ground on Democrat Helena Buonanno Foulkes: a recent poll puts her lead at 9 points, down from 27 in August. Block has the strongest favorability ratings among the candidates, though many voters still don’t know him. Housing and Voting: Early voting is underway in Rhode Island. The state is also among four weighing housing-related ballot measures this November, as affordability and homebuilding take center stage. Energy: Divert has acquired the Rhode Island Bioenergy Facility in Johnston, part of a pair of digester sales by Anaergia. Local Roads: Charlestown’s council will meet with RIDOT to discuss bicycle safety upgrades on Old Post Road, including pavement markings and signs. Higher Education: URI faces an $8.1 million budget gap and is seeking increased state support. Sports: Rhode Island’s new UFL team unveiled its Breakers name and logo; the branding has drawn comparisons to URI’s Rams mark. The team is set to begin play in Pawtucket next spring.
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