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Defense & Manufacturing Jobs: Raytheon (RTX) will invest $100 million to expand its Portsmouth facility, aiming to boost testing and production tied to air and missile defense, with 150 high-tech jobs expected. Workforce Development: North Kingstown High School opened a new machinist and manufacturing defense facility after a four-year push, partnering with Electric Boat and the Champlin Foundation to train students for industry credentials. Consumer Protection for Business: Rhode Island’s Secretary of State backed new laws targeting business identity theft and scammy annual report solicitations, adding protections for filers. Insurance/Auto Claims: The Rhode Island Senate passed a bill raising the “total loss” threshold to 85%, shifting more damaged vehicles toward repair shops. Energy Policy: Environmental advocates helped stop a late-session push that would have let Rhode Island Energy own power plants. Public Lands & Water Infrastructure: Middletown, Jamestown and Block Island were among communities awarded state stormwater grants. Campground & Tourism Infrastructure: Burlingame State Campground in Charlestown is set to open for the season after restroom and shower upgrades, with reservations starting June 10. Fuel Prices: GasBuddy reports midgrade prices at the lowest in Newport County at $4.75/gal for the week ending May 30.

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Real Housewives of Rhode Island Finale Preview: Rulla’s Worried About ‘Being Stuck on an Island’ With Jo-Ellen

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AAA: Average Rhode Island gas price falls 12 cents

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How environmental advocates stopped a late-session push to let RI Energy own power plants

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