cover of episode Rhode Island taxpayers gawk at the $132 million price tag of a new stadium

Rhode Island taxpayers gawk at the $132 million price tag of a new stadium

2024/4/14
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Rhode Island taxpayers are feeling sticker shock) as they may shell out over $130 million in debt payments for a soccer stadium in Pawtucket. One reporter noted it was similar to the amount the government of Pakistan* *is charged to borrow money.)

Plus, the bids are in for major offshore wind projects that could bring energy and jobs to Connecticut, Rhode Island and Massachusetts, where New Bedford and Salem) stand to gain big shares of the money pie.

And a surprise resignation by New Hampshire Congresswoman Annie Kuster has stirred fierce competition for the seat — including a top Biden aide) with local roots.

It’s Under the Radar's Regional News Roundtable.