Red Sox to offer scholarship in RI

The Boston Red Sox are announcing a new scholarship program in Rhode Island.

The scholarship will be open to public high school seniors who demonstrate academic success and a commitment to community service.

Rhode Island Gov. Lincoln Chafee, Red Sox owner John Henry and other team representatives plan to announce details of the scholarship program Thursday at the Statehouse.

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