Tag: Joseph M. Polisena
Construction delayed for $290M Amazon warehouse in Johnston
JOHNSTON – The construction of a six-story, 3.8 million-square-foot fulfillment center in the town is being delayed by supply chain problems, according to Mayor...
A financial remedy for R.I.’s aging schools
When Johnston Mayor Joseph M. Polisena visits the town’s high school, it’s a bit like taking a step into the past – and not...
Ready to spend: R.I. cities, towns have differing ideas about how...
The historic Conimicut Shoal Lighthouse at the mouth of the Providence River is far from being the shining beacon it once was, but Warwick...
Amazon buys properties in final step before Johnston warehouse construction
JOHNSTON – Amazon.com Services LLC recently took a final step before starting construction on a $290 million fulfillment center in Johnston, buying up 196...
Five Questions With: Joseph M. Polisena
Johnston Mayor Joseph M. Polisena was in the spotlight recently after working behind the scenes to orchestrate one of the biggest land development deals...
Johnston approves Amazon tax deal, moving $290M project forward
JOHNSTON – Construction is expected to begin in October on a new $290 million, 3.8-million-square-foot distribution facility for Amazon.com Services LLC in Johnston, according...
Credit unions focus on protecting seniors from financial abuse
PROVIDENCE - Rhode Island’s credit unions will train their employees how to spot and respond to cases of “financial abuse” of senior citizens, under a...
Citizens campus in Johnston on schedule for August opening
JOHNSTON – Citizens Financial Group Inc. is on schedule to complete its 420,000-square-foot campus in time for employees to start working there in August.
Chairman...