Rhode Island Economic Development

JoAnn Barbato Appointed Senior Vice President at RIMI

News Summary JoAnn Barbato has been promoted to Senior Vice President of Operations at Rhode Island Medical Imaging (RIMI), overseeing…

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Light Frame Secures $1.7 Million Pre-Seed Funding in RI

News Summary Light Frame, a Swiss-American fintech company based in Providence, Rhode Island, has successfully secured $1.7 million in pre-seed…

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Rhode Island Housing Market Shows Unusual Trends

News Summary Rhode Island's housing market is facing low inventory and rising sales, despite mortgage rates around 7%. With median…

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Rhode Island Faces Scrutiny Over Housing Payments

News Summary Rhode Island's new Secretary of Housing, Deborah Goddard, is under fire for $173,201.86 in consulting payments made through…

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GoNetspeed Invests $13 Million to Expand Fiber Internet in Rhode Island

News Summary GoNetspeed is set to invest $13 million to enhance its fiber internet services in Rhode Island, aiming to…

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Rhode Island Launches $2.6 Million Grant Program for Small Businesses

News Summary In response to the Washington Bridge closure, Rhode Island has unveiled a $2.6 million grant initiative to support…

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Rhode Island Faces Critical Shortage in Cancer Treatment Resources

News Summary Rhode Island is grappling with a significant shortage of cancer treatment resources, leading many patients to seek care…

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Rhode Island Humanities Faces Funding Crisis

News Summary Rhode Island Humanities is working to restore funding for its vital grant program after the termination of funding…

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Rhode Island Expands Cannabis Market with New Showcase Event

News Summary Rhode Island is advancing its cannabis industry with the establishment of the R.I. Cannabis Office and the upcoming…

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Rhode Island to Host Annual Investor Conference on May 30

News Summary Rhode Island's Investor Conference, organized by General Treasurer James A. Diossa, will take place on May 30, 2023,…

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