Christopher Allen
‘Superman’ building renovation to begin this month
PROVIDENCE – The development team behind the conversion of the "Superman" building at 111 Westminster St. announced the first phase of the project will...
R.I. Supreme Court could intervene in Verizon tax challenge
PROVIDENCE – Verizon New England Inc. is asking the state’s high court to review its so far unsuccessful legal challenge asserting it is owed...
These Providence residents were asked how best to spend $1M in...
If you were given $1 million to improve the health and wellness of the people in your neighborhood, how would you spend it?
That question...
R.I. treasurer to evaluate relationship with Washington Trust after redlining settlement
PROVIDENCE – General Treasurer James A. Diossa on Thursday announced his office will evaluate the state’s relationship with The Washington Trust Co., the Westerly-based...
R.I. Bankers Association launches ‘Bank Forward’ aimed at diversifying the workforce
PROVIDENCE – The Rhode Island Bankers Association is embarking on a three-year outreach initiative to educate and recruit a diversified workforce.
Known as "Bank Forward:...
R.I. Public Utilities Commission approves winter electricity rates increase
WARWICK – The R.I. Public Utilities Commission on Tuesday unanimously approved Rhode Island Energy’s proposed winter electricity rates that will take effect on Oct....
R.I. cannabis sales climb in August
PROVIDENCE – Cannabis receipts in Rhode Island rose for the fourth consecutive month in August while new sales milestones were reached.
The monthly financial report...
R.I. Public Utilities Commission to decide on net-metering amendment
PROVIDENCE – A nuanced deliberation between Rhode Island Energy and the R.I. Public Utilities Commission could have implications for owners of residential and commercial...
Block Island police chief resigns
NEW SHOREHAM – Chief of Police John Lynch will be stepping down from the department after less than a year on the job.
Town Manger...
PUC delays vote on proposed hikes in winter electric rates
WARWICK – The R.I. Public Utilities Commission adjourned its hearing Wednesday without taking a vote on Rhode Island Energy’s proposed winter utility rates that...
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