Open records law needs an update
In 1979, Rhode Island became the 49th state to enact an open-records law guaranteeing the right to view state and municipal agency records, including...
Change is a constant in health care field
Two unrelated stories show two sides of the complex reality of health care in America.
With continuing operating deficits, exacerbated by changes in Medicare reimbursements,...
Business success deserves attention
This week, Providence Business News begins a new regular editorial feature, Business Women, which will highlight women in the state who have distinguished themselves...
A concept that keeps space at a premium
We applaud Rhode Island Housing for its announcement that it is funding a $10 million initiative to support the creation of “KeepSpace Communities.” The...
Individual action can have global impact
Five years ago, Ray Rickman – a former staate legislator – was home sick. He heard a report about a doctor in Mali...
Slow and steady often worth the wait
In the less than four months since we applauded the audacious $1.4 billion plan put forth by Procaccianti Group to develop Newport’s North End,...
Group buying an idea whose time has come
With the fiscal year 2008 budget safely passed, it is time to look ahead.
A good place to start – because it should be relatively...
With help, capital can serve public good
Sometimes the marketplace needs a little help. One particularly successful federal program is helping local banks make a difference in some of the region’s...
Quit the squabbling, take care of business
One of the most important characteristics of effective public servants is the ability to move beyond petty squabbles to craft solutions to the challenges...
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