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Newport Pickleball Club capitalizes on latest craze

After Island Cinemas closed in January 2023, entrepreneurs John Theberge and Charles Irving had an idea to fill the 40,000-square-foot void left in Middletown. Officially...

RWU president taking ‘temporary’ medical leave of absence

BRISTOL – Ioannis N. Miaoulis on Friday informed the Roger Williams University community that he is taking a temporary leave of absence as president...

Pawtucket resident convicted of running international money laundering scheme

PROVIDENCE – A Ghanaian national residing in Pawtucket has been convicted for running an international money laundering scheme, U.S. Attorney for Rhode Island Zachary...

McKee: RIBridges customer portal will relaunch in phases

PROVIDENCE – State officials on Thursday announced they plan to begin a phased relaunch of the HealthyRhode customer portal linked to the RIBridges system...

2 R.I. residents arrested in Pa. for allegedly selling forged Jason Kelce memorabilia

PROVIDENCE – A pair of Rhode Islanders were arrested recently in Montgomery County, Pa., and charged with multiple felonies related to forging and selling...

Rhode Island Energy proposes higher summer electricity rate for commercial, industrial customers

PROVIDENCE – Commercial and industrial customers of Rhode Island Energy could see a slight electricity rate increase this summer compared with last summer.  The proposed...

Newport Restaurant Group taps Lamond as new CEO and president

WARWICK – Mick Lamond, who has served as Newport Restaurant Group’s executive vice president and worked for the organization for two decades, has been...

Purdue Pharma, Sackler family reach new $7.4B opioid settlement

Members of the family who own OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma, and the company itself, agreed to pay up to $7.4 billion in a new...

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A higher health care intelligence? In R.I., some believe it’s the...

Like many these days, Severence MacLaughlin foresees a big, bright future for artificial intelligence. Unlike many, the Rhode Island-based data scientist was willing to quit his job, sell his house and cash in his investments so he could raise money and focus on launching a new AI company in 2019, a high-stakes bet that he could develop groundbreaking, data-crunching technology...

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Rhode Island FC To Offer Local Businesses Top-Notch Networking Opportunities in 2025

The perfect atmosphere for entertaining clients or hosting employees, The Stadium at Tidewater Landing will be home to some of the most premium luxury...

Start 2025 Strong: Prioritize Your Health with Screenings and Healthy Habits

As we step into 2025, there’s no better time to make a commitment to your health. Starting the year with a focus on screenings...

Diversity matters at Amgen

We believe our differences lead to better science and better business outcomes, enabling us to better serve patients. Our global presence is strengthened by...

Emma Peterson Named Partner at Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick...

Emma Peterson joined CCK Law in 2014 and has been a dedicated advocate for veterans throughout her tenure. A graduate of Roger Williams University...

Amy Odom Named Partner at Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick...

Amy Odom joined CCK Law in 2018 after ten years with the National Veterans Legal Services Program. Amy has appeared in over 1,500 CAVC...

Lindy Nash Named Partner at Chisholm Chisholm & Kilpatrick...

Lindy Nash has been with CCK Law since 2016, following graduation from Suffolk University Law School. Lindy focuses on representing national charities and nonprofits,...

Celebrating 20 Years of Impact, half full, llc Eyes...

Since its inception in 2005, half full, llc, has helped companies overcome obstacles in the way of moving forward through its workplace development, leadership...

Beacon Mutual Dividends Directly Benefits Local Businesses & State...

Warwick, R.I. – The Beacon Mutual Insurance Company today announced the distribution of an average seven percent dividend to be paid in March 2025...

Local Business Selected to Enhance State’s Cyber Posture

CRANSTON, RI - With the ever-expanding cyber threat landscape, the RI Department of State has taken additional steps to ensure the security of cities...

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