Rhode Island Business News

Rhode Island Relaunches RIBridges Portal After Cyberattack

News Summary Rhode Island is reopening its RIBridges health insurance portal after a month-long closure due to a cyberattack that…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Launches Ocean State 2026 for World Cup Tourism

News Summary Rhode Island officials have formed a new nonprofit named Ocean State 2026 to enhance tourism and economic development…

3 weeks ago

Providence Porchfest 2025 Showcases Local Talent and Community Spirit

News Summary On June 7, 2025, Providence, Rhode Island, held its annual Porchfest, a vibrant event featuring over 170 musical…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Business Coalition Pushes for Economic Reforms

News Summary The Rhode Island Business Coalition is urging for legislative changes to improve the state's economic climate amid high…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island to Rebuild Washington Bridge with $427 Million Upgrade

News Summary Governor Dan McKee announced a significant infrastructure upgrade in Rhode Island, with the westbound Washington Bridge set for…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Selects Walsh Construction for Washington Bridge Rebuild

News Summary Governor Dan McKee has announced that Walsh Construction Company will lead the $339 million rebuild of the westbound…

3 weeks ago

Rhode Island Faces Affordable Housing Crisis Amid Rising Demand

News Summary Rhode Island is grappling with a pressing affordable housing crisis, as revealed by a report from the National…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Launches Life Science Startup Incubator Initiative

News Summary Rhode Island has initiated its first life science startup incubator, Ocean State Labs, managed by Portal Innovations LLC.…

4 weeks ago

Jamestown Partners with Veolia for Water Treatment

News Summary The Town Council of Jamestown has formed a three-year partnership with Veolia North America, allocating $1.85 million to…

4 weeks ago

Rhode Island Proposes Wealthy Surtax Amid Low Income Rankings

News Summary Rhode Island, grappling with a $223 million budget deficit for 2026, is considering a 3% surtax on the…

4 weeks ago