State holds the cards in video-slot split
On the surface it might appear to be a tantalizing offer – a payment of $560 million up front to the state from the...
Artists’ best work is often behind the scenes
The contributions of Rhode Island’s artists to the state economy are reported on regularly in PBN. The behind-the-scenes role they often play in shaping...
The waterfront is now as it should be
The Providence waterfront is a tremendous asset that has some people dreaming of trees, parks, housing and office buildings nestling against the Providence River....
Don’t allow deficits to slow momentum
While the state wasn’t in recession last year, the economy grew by a sickly 0.1 percent, down from a 2.7-percent growth rate in 2006....
A little investment will yield big payout
One of the big challenges facing the nation in the near and long terms is a shortage of qualified health care professionals and teachers...
R.I. home to many Best Places To Work
This is the third year that Providence Business News has sponsored the Best Places To Work in Rhode Island program, and last week, the...
Mass. ocean law is a first step that matters
Gov. Deval L. Patrick has signed the Mass. Ocean Act, a comprehensive management plan to govern ocean waters within 3miles of the state’s coast....
Festivals a bright spot in funding
It is almost never easy to raise money – whether for a business venture or a nonprofit. In the current economic climate, it is...
Tax group promise great but deliverable
The Tax Policy Workgroup recently created by Gov. Donald L. Carcieri is charged with finding a permanent and equitable solution to the state’s tax...
R.I. towns need to step up on budget
The state has a lot to answer for (and fix) regarding the ongoing budget crisis. But local governments also have a responsibility and a...
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