Tuesday, March 19, 2024

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R.I. Site Readiness Program has $1.4M to spend; April 19 deadline...

(Editor’s note: This is the second in an occasional series focused on questions from Providence Business News readers for R.I. Commerce Corp. Secretary Elizabeth...

Regional labor, energy leaders call for union-powered offshore wind advancements

PROVIDENCE – One day after South Fork Wind, the country's first large-scale offshore wind farm, opened off the coast of Long Island, green energy...

New Lifespan, Brown affiliation expected to be finalized by end of March

PROVIDENCE – Almost five months after announcing talks of strengthening their ties, Lifespan and Brown University are wrapping up new affiliation agreements, according to...
HILTON HAS ACQUIRED the Graduate Hotels brand from Adventurous Journeys Capital Partners for $210 million. Pictured is the Graduate Providence on Dorrance Street. / PBN FILE PHOTO/MARY MACDONALD

Hilton acquires Graduate Hotels brand for $210M

PROVIDENCE – The Graduate Hotels brand, which operates one of the state’s most prominent hotels, has a new owner. Hilton announced Thursday that it has...

U.S. consumer sentiment ticks down slightly, but most expect inflation to ease further 

WASHINGTON (AP) – Consumers became slightly less optimistic about the economy this month, though they continue to expect inflation to cool further, a potential sign...
CITADEL PROPERTIES LLC and Strive Construction LLC plan to build a 45-unit apartment building at 663 Admiral St., Providence, but the companies were fined by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for violations during the demolition of an existing structure on the site. / PROVIDENCE CITY PLAN COMMISSION

2 R.I. companies fined for EPA violations in Providence apartment project

PROVIDENCE – A pair of Rhode Island companies have settled with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for violating the Clean Air Act when demolishing a...

Senate confirms new state leader for behavioral health 

The R.I. Senate Thursday voted unanimously to approve the appointment of Richard Leclerc as the new director of the R.I. Department of Behavioral Health,...
PVDFEST WILL BE HELD on Sept. 6-7 and return to downtown Providence this year. / COURTESY FIRSTWORKS

Did Providence make the right move bringing the annual PVDFest back to the downtown?

Mayor Brett P. Smiley on March 12 announced that the city’s largest outdoor arts and culture celebration will return to the downtown in early...

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Sales of luxury homes dampened by owners unwilling to let go

Supply and demand are equally important to support a thriving real estate market, but often they’re not equally balanced. That was the case in 2023, and it has created headaches for prospective buyers and real estate agents alike. There were plenty of people seeking to purchase that perfect home in Rhode island, including in the high-end market, according to local...

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Inside A Local Video Agency: Meet Animus Studios

If you’re in marketing in Rhode Island, you’ve probably searched for “video production” in the last 10 years. Video is just part of every...

Embracing Diversity Expands Perspectives

Embracing diversity expands perspectives by incorporating a variety of ideas and viewpoints. This fosters the development of more robust solutions, yields superior outcomes and...

The Transformative Value of Course-Embedded Consulting Projects in the Providence College Business Graduate Programs

In a rapidly evolving landscape of business education, Providence College School of Business’ graduate programs distinguish themselves through a dynamic blend of theoretical knowledge...

Keely Taylor Promoted to Vice President of Quality +...

(add)ventures, the agency for total brand solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Keely Taylor to the new role of Vice President of...

Kelly Coelho Promoted to Vice President of Client Relations...

(add)ventures, the agency for total brand solutions, promoted Kelly Coelho to the new role of Vice President of Client Relations, ensuring positive experiences for...

Andrea Reed Promoted to Chief Client Experience Officer at...

(add)ventures, the agency for total brand solutions, is pleased to announce the promotion of Andrea Reed to the new role of Chief Client Experience...

South County Tourism Council Brings Danish Artist Thomas Dambo’s...

The South County Tourism Council is bringing big things to Rhode Island. By big things, we mean giant trolls made of recycled and reclaimed...

Peace of Mind for Aging Adults

For many families, finding the right long-term care for an aging loved one can be complicated. But assistance is available through a new and...

Vision 3 Architects Announces Promotion of Colin Gadoury to...

Vision 3 Architects is pleased to announce the well-deserved promotion of Colin Gadoury, AIA, NCARB to Associate Principal and Partner. Colin joined Vision 3 Architects...

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