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Rhode Island Restaurants Shine in 2025 Wine Spectator and James Beard Awards

News Summary Rhode Island has gained recognition for its culinary excellence in 2025, with 17 restaurants earning accolades in the…

21 hours 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.…

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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…

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Rhode Island Delays Decision on Proposed Bottle Bill Legislation

News Summary Rhode Island has postponed a decision regarding a proposed bottle bill that would impose a 10-cent refundable deposit…

2 weeks ago

International Game Technology Rebrands as Brightstar

News Summary International Game Technology (IGT) has rebranded as Brightstar following the planned separation of its lottery and casino gaming…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island Lawmakers Clash Over $11 Million Settlement Funds

News Summary In a significant political dispute, Rhode Island lawmakers are challenging Attorney General Peter Neronha's allocation of $10 million…

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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Announces Layoffs Amid Program Closure

News Summary Vertex Pharmaceuticals has revealed plans to lay off 125 employees at its Providence site due to the discontinuation…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island’s $14.3 Billion State Budget Unveiled with Tax Changes

News Summary Rhode Island lawmakers have proposed a $14.3 billion budget for the fiscal year 2025-26, which includes various tax…

2 weeks ago

Veolia North America Takes Over Jamestown Water Treatment Plant Operations

News Summary Veolia North America has secured a three-year contract to operate the Jamestown Water Treatment Plant in Rhode Island,…

2 weeks ago

Rhode Island’s Credit Rating Upgraded to AA+ by Fitch

News Summary Rhode Island's creditworthiness has improved as Fitch Ratings upgraded the state's Long-Term Issuer Default Rating from 'AA' to…

2 weeks ago