Politics & Government
Brown University Expands Textbook Assistance Program: Patch PM
Also: Providence man sentenced for 2016 manslaughter, Senator Jack Reed to deliver RWU commencement address and more.
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Brown University To Cover Textbook Costs For Low-Income Students
The university announced it would be expanding its pilot program from 85 students to 1,100 for the upcoming academic year.
Providence Man Sentenced To 30 Years For 2016 Manslaughter
Percy Abbott, 56, was sentenced to 30 years in prison, 10 to serve for the 2016 death of Sherry Price Mann.
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Sen. Jack Reed To Speak At RWU Commencement
U.S. Senator Jack Reed will deliver the undergraduate commencement address at Roger Williams University on May 18.
Newport Police Holding Self-Defense Classes For Women
The Newport Police Department is holding a series of free self-defense classes for women.
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