Rhode Island Economic Development

Rhode Island Companies Face Variability Amid Economic Turmoil

News Summary Rhode Island's publicly traded companies are experiencing mixed stock performances due to ongoing economic challenges since tariffs were…

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Arnold Lumber Company Recognized as Top Workplace in Rhode Island

News Summary Arnold Lumber Company has been recognized by Providence Business News as one of the Best Places to Work…

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Rhode Island Life Science Hub Appoints Dr. Mark A. Turco as President and CEO

News Summary The Rhode Island Life Science Hub has appointed Dr. Mark A. Turco as its first President and CEO…

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Rhode Island Governor Allows Budget to Become Law Amid Tax Concerns

News Summary Rhode Island Governor Daniel J. McKee has permitted the approved $14.3 billion state budget to become law without…

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Rhode Island’s Luxury Micro Home Market Expands

News Summary A luxury micro home in Richmond, RI has hit the market for $849,000, offering upscale living in a…

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Rhode Island Proposes ‘Taylor Swift Tax’ for Luxury Homes

News Summary Rhode Island lawmakers are introducing a proposed tax dubbed the 'Taylor Swift Tax,' targeting luxury second homeowners with…

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Growth of Minority-Owned Businesses in Rhode Island

News Summary Rhode Island is witnessing a significant rise in minority-owned businesses, with a 62% increase in Black-owned enterprises and…

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Rhode Island Honors 2025 Healthiest Employers

News Summary Rhode Island announced the 2025 Healthiest Employers Awards, recognizing 27 organizations for their commitment to employee wellness. The…

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Rhode Island Unemployment Rate Rises to 4.9% in May

News Summary Rhode Island experienced an increase in its unemployment rate to 4.9% in May, surpassing the national average of…

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Washington Trust Named Rhode Island’s Best-In-State Bank for 2025

News Summary Washington Trust has been honored as Rhode Island’s Best-In-State Bank for 2025 by Forbes, marking its seventh consecutive…

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