Rhode Island Business News

Rhode Island House Approves $14.3 Billion Budget with Tax Increases

News Summary Rhode Island's House of Representatives has passed a proposed $14.3 billion budget for fiscal year 2026, awaiting Governor…

5 days ago

Rhode Island Free Clinic Announces Leadership Changes

News Summary The Rhode Island Free Clinic has appointed Lisa Bousquet as a new board member and Jessica Eagles as…

6 days ago

Rhode Island Faces Historic Health Insurance Premium Increases

News Summary Rhode Island residents may face significant health insurance premium hikes, with proposed increases for individual market coverage reaching…

6 days ago

Rhode Island Pushes for Reforms in Workforce and Child Support Policies

News Summary Rhode Island officials are calling for comprehensive reforms in workforce development and child support policies to address rising…

1 week ago

Growth of Women-Led Ventures in Rhode Island

News Summary Rhode Island is witnessing a remarkable rise in women-led entrepreneurial ventures, particularly in adventure and experience-based businesses. Initiatives…

1 week ago

Delays in Rhode Island’s Cannabis Retail Licenses Prompt Concerns

News Summary Rhode Island is facing significant delays in issuing retail licenses for cannabis businesses, impacting around 60 prospective owners.…

1 week ago

Providence Mayor Proposes $624 Million Budget with Tax Increases

News Summary Mayor Brett Smiley of Providence has proposed a budget of $624 million to address financial challenges, including a…

1 week ago

AVTECH Software Recognized as a Top Workplace for 2023

News Summary AVTECH Software has been awarded third place in the Small Business category of the Providence Business News' 'Best…

1 week ago

Vertex Pharmaceuticals Layoffs Impact Rhode Island Biotech Sector

News Summary Rhode Island's biotech sector faces challenges as Vertex Pharmaceuticals announces layoffs at its Providence facility due to the…

1 week ago

Rhode Island Insurers Propose Record Premium Increases for 2026

News Summary Rhode Island health insurers are requesting unprecedented premium increases for 2026, with individual plan hikes projected between 21.2%…

1 week ago