David Rosner, Commissioner of Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) - https://www.ferc.gov/

Drivers in Kent County see lowest diesel gas at $5.53 in week ending May 2

The cheapest reported price for a gallon of diesel gas in Kent County came in at $5.53 during the week ending May 2.

Kyle Diamantas, J.D., Deputy Commissioner for Human Foods of FDA - https://www.fda.gov/

FDA conducted inspections of 3 companies in cities located in Kent County in Q1

There were three companies in a city associated with Kent County that received three FDA inspections in the first quarter of 2026, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

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Which former Kent County area high school athletes will be active on Sunday, May 3?

This former Kent County area high school athlete will take part in events on Sunday, May 3.

Rosemary A. Costigan, Ph.D., President, Community College of Rhode Island - https://www.ccri.edu/

Governor McKee announces $60 million bond for CCRI Workforce Innovation Center in Warwick

Governor Dan McKee has proposed a $60 million bond measure for a new Workforce Innovation Center at CCRI’s Warwick Campus. The initiative seeks to boost workforce training across several industries by providing modern facilities aligned with employer needs.

Marin Prest -

Who are the Kent County area high school alumni in action on Friday, April 10?

This former Kent County area high school standout will be active on Friday, April 10.

Dr. Rosemary A. Costigan, President - Community College of Rhode Island

Rhode Island College and partners launch state’s first cybersecurity apprenticeship program

Rhode Island College has launched a new registered apprenticeship program for information security analysts alongside CCRI, Citizens Bank and Building Futures. The initiative aims to provide paid work experience for students pursuing careers in cybersecurity while addressing local workforce needs.

U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner representing Rhode Island%27s 2nd Congressional District - Official U.S. House headshot

Seth Magaziner addresses national leadership concerns and local initiatives on social media

Congressman Seth Magaziner used Twitter on April 7-8, 2026, to call for new national leadership amid ongoing conflict while also highlighting his engagement with constituents and youth organizations in Rhode Island.

Robert M. Califf, M.D. Commissioner of Food and Drugs - FDA - Official Website

Kent County cities: 1 company received an FDA inspection in November

There was one company in a city associated with Kent County that received an FDA inspection in November, according to the U.S. Food and Drug Administration.

Dr. Rosemary A. Costigan, President - Community College of Rhode Island

Community College of Rhode Island ranks among least affordable public institutions for in-state students in Rhode Island in 2024

In 2024, in-state students at Community College of Rhode Island in Warwick faced college costs totaling $5,550, according to the latest disclosure from the National Center for Education Statistics.

Joseph B. Edlow, Director, U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services

H-2A Insights: Kent County Times publication area employers file 2 petitions throughout 2024

Employers within the Kent County Times publication area submitted two H-2A petitions during 2024, according to data provided by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services via the H-2A Employer Data Hub.

U.S. Rep. Seth Magaziner representing Rhode Island%27s 2nd Congressional District - Official U.S. House headshot

Seth Magaziner calls for ACA tax credit extension and highlights local grants

Congressman Seth Magaziner addressed healthcare tax credits, police equipment grants, and SNAP benefits policy in Rhode Island via social media posts on November 4, 2025.

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