Business Beat: Navigant Credit Union expands wealth management – acquires Randall Financial Group

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Navigant Credit Union announced today it is enhancing its financial planning and investment management services by acquiring Randall Financial Group, LLC d/b/a NCU Investment Solutions through its wholly-owned subsidiary, NCU Holding Company, LLC, as its wealth management partner. With this acquisition, Navigant Credit Union will sunset its existing NCU Wealth Management division effective Sept. 1…

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Above the Waves on the Block: URI Engineering Student Goes Up On-Location

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On clear days, standing on the bluffs of Block Island, Rhode Island, wind turbines jut out of the blue-green ocean. They sit perfectly still in the swaying of the ocean current. Sitting 15 nautical miles offshore, the wind is a constant companion for the turbines that generate renewable energy for thousands of homes. Anyone who…

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Rhode Island Weather for September 16, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

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by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist Expect a cool, mostly overcast start to the day, with persistent fog through the morning. Temperatures start out in the mid-50s then reaching mid-70s when the fog burns off.  By early afternoon, skies clear out more. A mild, comfortable day overall, with a damp, hazy start but mostly pleasant weather by…

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“A Providence for All”: David Morales running for Mayor. “Will make Providence a true Sanctuary City”

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Representative David Morales announced his campaign for Mayor of Providence. He will have a birthday fundraiser, TODAY, September 16, 2025 at Narragansett Brewery (271 Tockwotton Street, Providence, RI 02903) from 6:00pm to 8:00pm.  He released a launch video, below – and a new website, here: davidmoralespvd.com. Morales currently represents District 7 in the Rhode Island House…

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Ribbon Cut at Quonset’s New Pier in Shadow of Offshore Wind Uncertainty

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From left: Secretary of State Gregg Amore, R.I. Sen. Alana DiMario, U.S. Sen. Sheldon Whitehouse, R.I. Rep. Robert Craven, Matthew King, R.I. Gov. Dan McKee, QDC Managing Director Steven J. King, U.S. Sen. Jack Reed, N.K. Councilwoman Beth Hill Ross, U.S. Rep. Gabe Amo, Commerce Secretary Stefan Pryor, N.K. Councilman Matt McCoy. Federal, state and…

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Homeless in RI: Executive Order – September’s Street Sights, RI’s publication by and for homeless

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Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets The July Presidential executive order, titled ‘Ending Crime and Disorder on America’s Streets,’ directs federal agencies to prioritize grants for state and local governments that ban homeless encampments and loitering, among other practices. The order also calls on the attorney general to reverse court decisions that limit the…

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Rhode Island Weather for September 15, 2025 – Jack Donnelly

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by Jack Donnelly, meteorologist We’ll start off cool and foggy, with early morning temperatures in the mid-50s and reduced visibility. The fog will linger through much of the morning, gradually lifting by late morning as conditions warm into the upper 60s and low 70s. By midday, skies will clear and temperatures will rise to the…

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