With 38 Studios settlement, R.I. should keep looking forward
The last defendant in the state's lawsuit to recover money from its ill-fated 38 Studios LLC investment has settled for $16 million. All told,...
Family a moving target
Family has a special meaning for us at Arpin Group.
Founded in 1900 by my great-grandfather in Providence, our primary business at the time...
‘Sanctuary’ showdown looms
Mayor Jorge O. Elorza on Jan. 30 said Providence is joining the coalition of so-called "sanctuary" cities across the United States that do not...
Picking R.I. smart choice for funding
In awarding nearly $250,000 in Innovation Vouchers to five Rhode Island companies on Jan. 23, the state has made a prudent public expenditure.
Some question...
Embracing diversity and responsiveness
We are in a time of strong national focus on the essential role that community colleges play in higher education. For thousands of Rhode...
Amazon key to tuition-free college
Could Amazon.com Inc. customers help pay for tuition-free college in Rhode Island?
Gov. Gina M. Raimondo's office isn't saying that's the anticipated funding source for...
Calling in backup
Has your company ever used an outside recruiting firm for new hires?
Yes – 50%
No – 50%
If...
Lifespan plan needs serious R.I. scrutiny
Lifespan has applied to the state for approval to build a 31-bed obstetrics unit at Rhode Island Hospital.
The rationale for the $43 million project...
Timing coincidental, but Breakers ruling is the right one for...
One day after the R.I. Supreme Court ruled on Jan. 9 that the Newport Zoning Board was the correct body to determine if the...
Be bold to re-create cities
WaterFire's mission is to inspire the entire city of Providence and to motivate our visitors to transform the urban experience by stepping forward and...













