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‘We need to do better:’ After delays, Rhode Island opens ECHO Village pallet shelters in Providence
“I’ve been out here for 15 minutes and I’m cold. Imagine sleeping in the cold,” said Speaker K. Joseph Shekarchi. “This is something to celebrate, but let’s not lose sight that people are outside.” Get Rhode Map A weekday briefing from veteran Rhode Island …