Rhode Island Business Competition Selects 11 Semi-Finalists Providence – April 16, 2020 The Rhode Island Business Competition today announced that 11 semi-finalists that have been selected for the 2020 competition which has two tracks, Entrepreneur and MedTech.   This year’s awards total $150,000 in cash and prizes. In addition, the New England Medical Innovation Center […]

Advocates: Public Banking Could Reboot Post-COVID-19 Economy Suzanne Potter – Commonwealth News Service BOSTON — Advocates for public banking are pressing states to create their own banks, which could lend at lower rates and prioritize the recovery of local business. They argue that Wall Street currently takes too big a bite in fees and interest. […]

Business Recovery Plan Providing Temporary Relief for Businesses Affected by COVID-19 Presiding Justice Alice B. Gibney has announced the start of a business protection program, the Business Recovery Plan, in response to disruptions caused by COVID-19. The court will provide supervised protections for Rhode Island businesses so they can remain operational, access new working capital, […]

STUDENTS – PARENTS – EDUCATORS In response to the COVID-19 crisis and the urgent need for online education programs, FirstWorks has launched a Virtual Learning Series to support students, educators and parents, with new content posted weekly. New Virtual Learning Series video and lesson available! Learn about the creative process and visualize the science of […]

Dear United Regional Chamber Member, Small businesses are the foundation of our communities and our economy. Employing nearly half the American workforce, they keep our neighborhoods running and make them feel like home. The impacts of the corona virus pandemic have wrought unprecedented financial uncertainty. These businesses need resources and relief — and they need […]

Life at Pond Home during Covid-19 A New Day at Pond Home Covid Easter – To support residents to remain connected with family and friends we have all become skilled at various ways to video chat.  It is not the same, but still pretty amazing.  The days have taken on a surreal cadence here, there and […]

2020 RHODY AWARDS FOR HISTORIC PRESERVATION Call for nominations Online nomination form Though times are uncertain, let’s reflect on Rhode Island’s historic preservation successes. Who are your historic preservation heroes? Where are the recently completed projects you admire? What programs and policies have made a difference in your community? RIHPHC and Preserve Rhode Island seek […]

Watershed Rambles By Don Doucette Herring run enthusiasts should be interested to know that firm confirmation has been established this season that Ten Mile River herring have reached the shoreline of Slater Park in Pawtucket, Rhode Island. The falls at Pawtucket Country Club prevent any further advance of herring further upstream. Since the official establishment […]