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    RI education board approves arming university cops

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    PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) - State education officials have approved allowing the University of Rhode Island to arm its campus police officers.    The state's Board of Education voted Thursday evening at a More>>

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    The Rhode Island Turnpike and Bridge Authority moves ahead with the installation of toll-collecting equipment. More>>

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    The state Senate passes a bill that would give school districts more flexibility in scheduling classes. More>>

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