David Ortiz
From croquet to boat rides, offbeat outings abound
Slowly fading are the days when the typical corporate event consisted of one of two options: a golf tournament or a lawn BBQ. ...
Environmental groups oppose moratorium<br> on offshore renewable-energy projects
PROVIDENCE – Two of Rhode Island’s most active environmental groups have come out against a proposal by the staff of the R.I. Coastal Resources...
BLS raises estimates of U.S. productivity in 2007
WASHINGTON – Business and manufacturing productivity both increased more quickly in 2007 than previously thought, based on revised figures released today by the U.S....
Lending industry already helping subprime borrowers
WASHINGTON – The mortgage industry’s efforts to help borrowers having difficulty with their mortgages has allowed more than 1 million homeowners to avoid foreclosure,...
Rhode Island government ranks near basement
WASHINGTON – Based on independent reports, including one released yesterday, Rhode Island government is not just expensive, it is not particularly effective.
The Ocean State...
Conservation land at risk under archaic state law
State lawmakers are being asked to eliminate an archaic section of Rhode Island law that could allow property owners to snatch abutting pieces of...
RIEDC goes on offensive to grow Rhode Island jobs
State economic development officials are pursuing a trio of initiatives aimed at increasing the amount of growth capital available to Rhode Island businesses and...
Budget crunch spotlights union jobs
Union leaders in Rhode Island say the state’s spiraling budget deficit and slowing economy serve as a reminder of the crucial role that organized...
CRMC, governor split on energy
The R.I. Coastal Resources Management Council wants to place a one-year moratorium on all renewable-energy proposals in state waters, during which the agency will...
Carcieri shakes up staff; Big Dig director hired
In a shakeup of his inner circle, Gov. Donald L. Carcieri plans to move his current director of administration into a job as deputy...
