Mark S. Murphy
Raimondo approach doing one thing Chafee’s didn’t: create jobs
One thing about former Gov. Lincoln D. Chafee – he’s consistent. Sort of like how he described himself during the presidential campaign, a “block...
Too much of a good thing in R.I. history
Rhode Island has more than 190 historical and heritage organizations, one for every 5½ square miles of land.
Why? Based on interviews with those engaged...
Lifting a voice for small biz
It never hurts to have your voice heard, especially by someone who knows your pain. And at least for small businesses in Rhode Island,...
PBN garners 3 first-place awards in R.I. Press contest
NORTH KINGSTOWN – Providence Business News took home eight awards, including three first-place showings, at the annual Rhode Island Press Association 2016 journalism contest,...
It’s all about the talent
Providence Business News’ recognition programs shine a spotlight on companies and people, some of the best the state has to offer. And this year’s...
FM Global founding exec leads C-Suite Award winners event
PROVIDENCE – Enzo Rebula, who as head of human resources was charged with knitting together four companies into what would become FM Global, received...
Are New England wages reverting to the mean, thus growing jobs?
At least in terms of unemployment statistics, New England must be doing something right. By more than a full percentage point at the end...
Does Providence need another boutique hotel?
A Massachusetts developer has proposed building a six-story, 52-room boutique hotel on the east side of the Providence River on one of the smallest...
PBN names 2017 Business Women honorees
PROVIDENCE – Margaret M. “Peg” Van Bree, president of Rhode Island and Hasbro Children's Hospital, has been named the Career Achievement winner in the...
Hernandez found dead in prison cell, apparent suicide
SHIRLEY, Mass. - Former New England Patriots tight end Aaron Hernandez was found dead in his prison cell early Wednesday, according to numerous news...

















