On July 6, 2012
A year ago today:
Local immigration agencies are being inundated with phone calls from young undocumented residents hoping to apply for deferred deportation and work permits under a new Obama administration policy. The process is expected to begin Aug. 15.
On July 6, 2008
5 years ago today:
Short of money and expecting continued deterioration of its finances, the Rhode Island Public Transit Authority is considering a broad cut in service just as high gasoline prices are pushing people out of their cars and onto buses.
On July 6, 1988
25 years ago today:
The landmark Union Station building, for 90 years a stop for travelers on the way to Boston, New York, Philadelphia, Washington and Baltimore, will become the new home of a Providence-based corporation if plans for its redevelopment are approved.