Michael Kapos named CEO of Downeast Coffee
PAWTUCKET – Downeast Coffee Roasters has announced a leadership transition that marks the third generation of family ownership.
According to the Aug. 17 announcement, Vice...
Federal judge clears path for R.I. cannabis retail license process to...
A federal court order that blocked Rhode Island regulators from awarding cannabis retail licenses is now lifted, clearing the way for a new application...
Foulkes holds 20-point lead over McKee in latest Salve poll
PROVIDENCE – Helena Buonanno Foulkes continues to hold a commanding lead in the Democratic gubernatorial primary on Sept. 9, according to the latest Value...
Charter set to close $21.9B Cox Communications deal this week
PROVIDENCE – Charter Communications is expected to close its $21.9 billion acquisition of Cox Communications Inc. this week.
On Monday, Charter said it had received...
Police: South County Hospital placed in lockdown but no threat found
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – South County Hospital was placed under lockdown Monday afternoon, but the local police determine there was no threat and the hospital...
Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce launches business podcast
LINCOLN – The Northern Rhode Island Chamber of Commerce has launched a new podcast Monday featuring conversations with local business leaders, entrepreneurs and community...
License plates honoring Dominican residents signed into law
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island now has a new license plate that honors Dominican heritage, culture and identity across the state.
Gov. Daniel J. McKee signed...
Bally’s Corp. narrows Q2 loss to $146M
PROVIDENCE – Bally’s Corp. reported a loss of $146.1 million in its second quarter that ended June 30, narrowing the $228.4 million deficit it reported...
R.I., Mass. gas prices fall for third straight week
PROVIDENCE – The average weekly price of self-serve, regular unleaded gasoline in Rhode Island decreased 3 cents to $3.94 per gallon, AAA Northeast said Monday.
That price is 12 cents...
RIDE lands $18M in federal grants for AI literacy programs
PROVIDENCE – The R.I. Department of Education has secured more than $18 million through a pair of federal grants to fund two literacy initiatives...



















