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Here’s Who is Running for Providence City Council
CORRECTION: [Updated June 26, 2:30 p.m.] An earlier version of this article failed to include the candidates running as independent for City Council. The Providence Eye regrets this error. Candidates running as independent will not be included on the primary ballot; however, they will be [...]
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Jun
Jun
A Housing Policy Divided: How One Neighborhood Election is Already Reflecting PVD’s Rent Stabilization Debate
The rent stabilization ordinance proposed by City Council in January 2026 has become a core issue in Providence’s upcoming mayoral election, highlighting disagreements among the Democratic party on how to address housing affordability through policy. Incumbent Mayor Brett Smiley vetoed the ordinance after it passed [...]
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May
May
Will Barriers to Voting in Providence Affect This Year’s Turnout?
Over 50% of Providence voters showed up to polling places for the 2024 election, but half as many showed up for the last round of midterms in 2022. As voters register for this year’s midterms, voter turnout in Providence is shaped by factors like competitive [...]
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Mar
Mar
When Do Elections Begin in Providence? Key Deadlines for 2026
It’s going to be a big year for elections in Providence. Not only is the Mayoral race going to make headlines, but every City Council seat is up for election. At the state level, Providence residents will be electing all of their Representatives and Senators, [...]
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Feb
Feb
