Editorials

Editorials
Jun 15

Bryant program does far more than teach

Despite the often overwhelming negativity in the public discourse about Rhode Island’s economy and its prospects – 56 percent of respondents to a recent PBN.com poll on this topic said the state deserves all the raspberries it receives – there are many good stories hereabouts, not the least of them being the Bryant University international-business senior practicum.
Editorials
Jun 15

Rhode Island lucky to have Deborah Gist

The more difficult the change, the more determined the resistance. Just ask R.I. Commissioner of Education Deborah A. Gist.
Editorials
Jun 8

Side yards in N.B. a good model for R.I.

Necessity is the mother of invention, and New Bedford was surely in need of a creative solution.
Editorials
Jun 8

State needs run-offs for major positions

When Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee was elected to the state’s highest office in November 2010, he didn’t exactly sweep the electorate off its feet.
Editorials
Jun 1

Business Women’s stories great reads

Contained in this issue of PBN is our annual Business Women special section, a tangible reminder of the program’s awards luncheon held the previous week. This year’s was the sixth such event, and as always, the winners were deserving and the attendees enthusiastic in their support.
Editorials
Jun 1

Nonprofits deserve continued support

The Rhode Island Foundation held its annual meeting last week, and among many of the standard attributes of such a gathering, the foundation highlighted three initiatives that reflect a stepped-up engagement in the state’s public life.
Editorials
May 25

Manufacturing in R.I. is modern and strong

Last week’s World Trade Day, the 28th edition of the annual Bryant University event, and the largest of its kind in the Northeast, if not the country, had an added bonus.
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The 2nd Annual Healthiest Employers event will recognize employers who have strong, effective Health and Wellness programs in the region. Deadline for enrollment is June 28th.
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