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Historic tax credits: economic opportunity for R.I.
As the 2013 legislative session heads toward its closing date, Rhode Island has a great economic opportunity within its grasp. Passage of a carefully constructed historic-tax-credit program would kick-start jobs, revitalize neighborhood economies and help get us back in business. more
Guest Column:
Valerie Talmage and Scott Wolf | 5/20/13
City to host foodie conference
It was a palm-in-the-face kind of moment that led Seth Resler, a culinary enthusiast and social enterpriser, to realize Providence was the place to hold what he calls the nation’s first food-tourism conference. more

By Rebecca Keister
PBN Staff Writer | 5/13/13

Businesses share some ‘aha’ moments in The Garage
“It was one of those funny moments,” recalled Davide Dukcevich, one of the third generation of family members to lead Burrilville-based Daniele Inc., producers of gourmet charcuterie, or cured meat products. more

By Rhonda Miller
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

Tax break for manufacturers designed to spur hiring
Though diminished in size, manufacturing still exhibits a strong presence in the regional economy and in the job-growth policies of political leaders. more

By Patrick Anderson
PBN Staff Writer | 5/20/13

Historic preservation can spur affordable housing
As lawmakers consider renewing Rhode Island’s Historic Preservation Tax Credit program, we thought it important to highlight how this tax credit in particular is good for Rhode Island; and how incorporating long-term affordable housing into the program is a strategic investment for Rhode Island’s economy. more
Guest Column:
Nellie M. Gorbea & Stephen White | 5/6/13
Collaboration likely to yield results
Thanks to efforts by the Providence Warwick Convention & Visitors Bureau, a number of Rhode Island’s most interesting, but less trafficked, cultural attractions are likely to experience attendance increases this year. more
5/13/13
‘Superman’ is worth saving – sans bailout
There are good reasons for state and local officials and owners of the Industrial Trust Tower in downtown Providence to work together to save the Art Deco landmark. But not if it involves a government bailout. more
5/6/13
Massachusetts unveils Working Cities project
BOSTON – Representatives from 20 Massachusetts communities, as well as the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston, Living Cities and several other organizations and agencies last week launched the Working Cities Challenge: An Initiative for Massachusetts Smaller Cities. more
5/13/13
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