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Cities, states say they’ll need more help to replace millions of lead pipes • Idaho Capital Sun

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Workers remove a lead service line before it’s replaced by a brass one in Providence, R.I., last year. A new federal rule will require water systems across the country to replace roughly 9 million lead service lines to protect residents from potential poisoning. (Kevin G. Andrade/Rhode Island Current)A new federal rule will require water utilities across the country to pull millions of lead drinking water pipes out of the ground and replace them…See the Story

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State, Providence leaders reach deal on increased school funding

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) -- Providence Mayor Brett Smiley and the R.I. Department of Education have reached an agreement on increasing funding for city schools following a lengthy court battle, a judge announced Wednesday. R.I. Superior Court Judge Jeffrey Lanphear announced the deal in court following intense negotiations between the two sides. He said the agreement will now be formalized in writing over the coming days, with more information ex…See the Story

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Body found in Providence

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PROVIDENCE, R.I. (WPRI) — An investigation is underway after a body was found in Providence Wednesday morning. Police confirmed the body of a man in his 30s was found on Messer Street. A 12 News crew on scene saw a heavy police presence searching a playground nearby. A drone was also seen being used in the search. Credit: Johnny Villella/WPRI-TV Credit: Johnny Villella/WPRI-TV This is a breaking news story. Check back for updates. Close …See the Story

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