Tag: Laurie White
Has Raimondo’s blueprint worked for R.I.?
PROVIDENCE – Gov. Gina M. Raimondo says the economic-development initiatives her administration has enacted in Rhode Island will serve as a blueprint for the...
Pandemic, progressives, new House leadership could put twist on contentious issues
The 2021 legislative session is shaping up to be another severe departure from the norm, with a temporary change of venue for both chambers,...
Blue Cross, Greater Providence Chamber announce Worksite Health Awards
PROVIDENCE – Thirty-seven businesses across the Ocean State have earned recognition as healthy workplaces from the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce and Blue Cross...
Some remain unswayed on marijuana proposal
Legalized recreational marijuana seemed like a long shot when Gov. Gina M. Raimondo proposed it as a revenue generator 10 months ago, but a...
Many offices are sparsely filled, and it’s having negative effects
When Michael Giuttari returned in late June to his office at MG Commercial Real Estate Services Inc. in the Jewelry District of Providence, he...
Near-empty offices show pandemic’s economic effects are widespread
Less-congested morning commutes and near-empty city parking lots are among the most visible signs that workers have not returned to their offices in large...
What do progressive victories mean?
The business community is watching closely to see whether the victories of progressive candidates in local legislative primary races will set a new tone...
Hatfield highlights Bank of America commitment to fight racial, economic inequality
PROVIDENCE – William F. Hatfield, Bank of America Corp. market president in Rhode Island, pledged to collaborate with community members and institutions in determining...
R.I. rethinks ‘light touch’ in enforcing reopening protocols
The state has laid out plenty of rules for its phased reopening plans in recent weeks on mask wearing, social distancing and capacity, but...
Unkindest cuts: Many casualties expected as R.I. begins ‘brutal’ budget process
The future looked encouraging for Karen Santilli just a few months ago.
In mid-January, Gov. Gina M. Raimondo released a $10.2 billion fiscal 2021 budget...
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