Woonsocket lead program wins ‘green’ rating
WOONSOCKET – The city’s financial assistance program for lead-related repairs in older housing has won the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s highest...
U.S. banks earn record profits for 6th year
The U.S. banking industry broke earnings records in 2006 for the sixth year in a row, but much of that profit occurred at the...
Tapping the power of biofuels
Though it has been virtually unavailable this winter, “bioheating” oil – a blend of diesel and oil refined from vegetable oil, recycled cooking grease...
DEM seeks violator fine hikes
The R.I. Department of Environmental Management is seeking passage of several pieces of legislation that would substantially increase the potential penalties for environmental, hazardous-waste...
State signs phase-one lease<br> for Quonset Gateway
The Quonset Development Corporation last week approved changes to the proposed Gateway project, including some made in response to concerns raised by residents and...
On what skills should colleges focus?
The state’s colleges and universities are under increasing pressure from the state and the business community to produce graduates who are ready for the...
Luxury home plans use several ‘green’ concepts
The Carnegie Abbey Club in Portsmouth has drawn plenty of attention for its luxury facilities and the 21-story tower and “cottages” being built on...
Judge’s ruling doesn’t end<br> debate over lead verdict
A year after a state jury found that lead paint was a public nuisance in Rhode Island and the Sherwin-Williams Co. and two other...
Hot market: Translating for European companies
The differences tend to be subtle, but they can make a difference for European companies hoping to make inroads in the United States. What...
New smart-growth group launched in Providence
A new advocacy organization was launched last week that aims to promote cutting-edge urban planning and development practices in Providence and surrounding communities.
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