Another RI Company Will Require COVID-19 Vaccines | Patch PM

Newport RI

30 August, 2021

4:49 PM

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Welcome to Monday's edition of Patch PM. here's a look at today's top headlines from around Rhode Island. Blue Cross, Blue Shield RI To Require Employee COVID-19 Vaccines All employees, including those working remotely, will have to show proof of vaccination or apply for an exemption by Nov. 1. Amid Bus Driver Shortages, Cranston Schools Ask For More Dropoffs Parents and guardians who are able to are asked to drive their students to and from school to reduce demand for busing. Farmers' Almanac Winter Forecast: What's In Store In Rhode Island Winter 2021-22 snowfall will be near normal across America, the weather prognosticator says. Here's what we can expect in Rhode Island. Lifeguard Shortage: Swim At Your Own Risk In South Kingstown Due to staffing shortages, no lifeguards will be on duty at South Kingstown Town Beach this week. Gov. McKee Signs 2 Bills Supporting RI Seniors One bill creates protection for seniors from financial exploitation, while the other creates a property tax credit program for seniors.