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An approach to addiction that’s uncommon in R.I.

As someone who has gone through his own struggles with addiction recovery, Garrick Wann knows just how meaningful it is to spend time with...

NCAA president urges state lawmakers to ban prop betting on college athletes

The NCAA wants states with legal wagering on sporting events to ban prop bets on college athletes. "Sports betting issues are on the rise across...
ORSTED A/S has submitted plans to Rhode Island Energy for a new offshore wind farm, Starboard Wind, a 1,184-megawatt farm that would power 600,000 homes across Rhode Island and Connecticut. / COURTESY ORSTED U.S. OFFSHORE WIND

R.I. Energy fields four large-scale offshore wind farm proposals

PROVIDENCE – Four developers are seeking to add to Rhode Island’s offshore wind plans. Rhode Island Energy announced Wednesday that Avangrid Renewables LLC, Orsted A/S,...

Audit: R.I. Medicaid paid more than $38M in services for out-of-state residents 

PROVIDENCE – An audit released Tuesday by the R.I. Joint Committee on Legislative Services found the state’s Medicaid program disbursed at least $38.4 million...
RHODE ISLAND'S U.S. ATTORNEY Zachary A. Cunha has been appointed to serve on the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys. / COURTESY ZACHARY A. CUNHA

Cunha appointed to Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys

PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island's U.S. Attorney Zachary A. Cunha has been appointed to serve on the Attorney General’s Advisory Committee of U.S. Attorneys by...
THE R.I. DEPARTMENT of Management and the town of East Greenwich have partnered to preserve the nearly 40-acre Pine-Lester Farm. The land was purchased for $1.9 million, financed by a grant and Green Bond money.

DEM, East Greenwich partner to preserve 40-acre farm

PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Department of Environmental Management and the town of East Greenwich announced Wednesday that they are partnering to preserve the nearly...

Data breach at C.F. detention facility more widespread than previously thought

CENTRAL FALLS – The data breach at the Donald W. Wyatt Detention Facility last November may have affected more people than originally reported. The facility...

Employees at odds over sale of 2 R.I. hospitals during second public comment meeting

PROVIDENCE – Disagreements among employees at Roger Williams Medical Center and Our Lady of Fatima Hospital on The Centurion Foundation’s proposal to purchase the...

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Sales of luxury homes dampened by owners unwilling to let go

Supply and demand are equally important to support a thriving real estate market, but often they’re not equally balanced. That was the case in 2023, and it has created headaches for prospective buyers and real estate agents alike. There were plenty of people seeking to purchase that perfect home in Rhode island, including in the high-end market, according to local...

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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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