RI Gov. calls for new taxes, more school spending
Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee made his pitch for new taxes on restaurant meals, pet grooming, car washes and taxi fares Tuesday, saying higher taxes on discretionary spending is the best way to rescue struggling city schools as the nation's smallest state struggles to find an exit from its economic doldrums.
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Volunteers/Donations Needed 2/7
Wild B.I.R.D., 1880 S. Quebec Way, Denver, needs adult volunteers and monetary donations to help continue operations at its rehabilitation facility. Wild B.I.R.D. has sheltered, rehabilitated and released more than 10,000 healthy native birds into the parks and open spaces around Denver.
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How can you help? Wish list from nonprofit agencies, Feb. 5
Following is a wish list of items and volunteer opportunities from nonprofit agencies in Racine County. They were provided by local nonprofit agencies.
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Chafee to deliver State of the State Address
Gov. Lincoln Chafee has said his proposal will recommend "painful" spending cuts.
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