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Crypto hasn’t lived up to promise for R.I. nonprofits

In 2022, the Rhode Island Community Food Bank ­announced it would start ­accepting donations of crypto­currency, joining a small group of local nonprofits seeking...
THE UPCOMING 401GIVES DAY on April 1 hopes to both raise $4.01 million for local nonprofits and attract new donors to contribute to local causes.

Nonprofits seeking more money, new donors on upcoming 401Gives Day

PROVIDENCE – More money being contributed to local nonprofits is always the annual goal for 401Gives Day, and this coming April 1 will be...

Baltimore bridge collapse: Ships carrying cars may need to find a new harbor

Manufacturers and shippers are scrambling to figure out where they can load or unload cargo while the main operations of the Port of Baltimore remain shut...

Average long-term U.S. mortgage rate falls slightly, easing borrowing costs for home shoppers

LOS ANGELES (AP) – The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate fell slightly this week, welcome news for home shoppers facing rising prices and a...
THE PROVIDENCE MARATHON and Half-Marathon has canceled its 2024 event due to 'unforeseen challenges,' including the partial closure of the Washington Bridge. / COURTESY PROVIDENCE MARATHON

Providence Marathon cancels 2024 event due to Washington Bridge partial closure

PROVIDENCE – The annual Providence Marathon and Half-Marathon will not get off the starting line this year. The road race, the largest in Rhode Island...

Fischer named acting director of  R.I. Department of Health

PROVIDENCE – Dr. Staci Fischer, the current chief administrative officer of the R.I. Board of Medical Licensure and Discipline, on Thursday was named acting...

R.I. COVID-19 cases increased by 198 last week, with no deaths

PROVIDENCE – New confirmed cases of COVID-19 in Rhode Island increased by 198, with no deaths, from March 17-23, the R.I. Department of Health said Thursday.  Typically,...

Employee admits to planting hidden camera inside hospital bathroom

PROVIDENCE – A former employee at Hasbro Children’s Hospital has been charged with video voyeurism after admitting to police he planted a hidden camera...

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READY AND ABLE: Older workers filling R.I. employment gaps

After 35 years in insurance marketing, the last 20 with Rhode Island-based Amica ­Mutual Insurance Co. managing multimillion-dollar campaigns, Eduardo Naya tried to retire. It didn’t last. “There are only so many trips you can afford to take. Even in retirement,” he said about his year-and-a half reprieve. Though his kids were now adults out of the house, and he had built...

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Inside A Local Video Agency: Meet Animus Studios

If you’re in marketing in Rhode Island, you’ve probably searched for “video production” in the last 10 years. Video is just part of every...

Embracing Diversity Expands Perspectives

Embracing diversity expands perspectives by incorporating a variety of ideas and viewpoints. This fosters the development of more robust solutions, yields superior outcomes and...

The Transformative Value of Course-Embedded Consulting Projects in the Providence College Business Graduate Programs

In a rapidly evolving landscape of business education, Providence College School of Business’ graduate programs distinguish themselves through a dynamic blend of theoretical knowledge...

Ben Willis promoted to Associate Principal at Union Studio...

Since joining Union Studio in 2013, Ben Willis has emerged as an architect, advocate and thought leader for more equitable, connected and sustainable neighborhoods...

Christina Carlson promoted to Associate Principal at Union Studio...

Joining Union Studio more than 15 years ago with a strong background in traditional architecture, planning, and sustainability, Christina Carlson quickly established herself as...

Kara Babcock promoted to Associate Principal at Union Studio...

Since coming to Union in 2010, Kara Babcock has led many of Union’s more complex projects, including adaptive re-use, libraries, community-centered hospitality, and climate...

Small Business Cloud Accelerator Program Launches in Providence, Rhode...

PROVIDENCE, R.I., March 21, 2024 – Remi IT Solutions, an IT services and managed cybersecurity services company local to Rhode Island and Massachusetts, today...

South County Tourism Council Brings Danish Artist Thomas Dambo’s...

The South County Tourism Council is bringing big things to Rhode Island. By big things, we mean giant trolls made of recycled and reclaimed...

Peace of Mind for Aging Adults

For many families, finding the right long-term care for an aging loved one can be complicated. But assistance is available through a new and...

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