Business Beat: BankNewport named RI SBA Lender of the Year

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BankNewport has once again been recognized by the U.S. Small Business Administration’s (SBA) Rhode Island District Office for its exceptional performance in small business lending. During the annual SBA Rhode Island Lender Awards Breakfast on December 5, BankNewport was named Rhode Island 7(a) Lender of the Year, Rhode Island 504 3rd Party Lender of the…

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Burn with Kearns: No more excuses – time to prioritize YOU! – Kevin Kearns

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by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise, fitness No more excuses–it’s time to prioritize YOU! BUILDING A HEALTHIER, HAPPIER YOU AFTER 50 If you’re over 50, getting started on a fitness journey might feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to be. Whether you’re looking to improve your physical health, sharpen your mental clarity, or regain…

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Business Beat: The Preserve Sporting Shoppe expands. Outdoor holiday gifts. Children’s area.

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The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort Announces 30,000 Square Foot Expansion of Sporting Shoppe  The Preserve Sporting Club & Resort – New England’s “finest sporting club” and a Preferred Hotel & Resort – has announced the property’s recent expansion and renovation of its Sporting Shoppe, adding 30,000 square feet to the existing space. The expansion aims to…

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Foodborn illness outbreaks cause USDA to enact stronger measures to protect public

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FSIS Announces Stronger Measures to Protect the Public from Listeria monocytogenes The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) today announced several new steps to strengthen the agency’s oversight of food processing facilities it regulates (meat, poultry and egg products) and ensure safe food. These steps reflect the agency’s continual effort…

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Wood River Health welcomes new pediatric patients from Hope Valley, Westerly area

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Wood River Health’s Pediatric Nurse Practitioner is accepting new patients under the age of 18 at its Hope Valley and Westerly, RI facilities. A pediatric patient is a child or adolescent under the age of 18 who requires special care and accommodations due to their developing bodies. Pediatric patients have different needs than adults because…

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Business Beat: Navigating HR compliance – CompLyons HR Consulting

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PHOTO CREDIT: Rachel McCoy at Rae of Light Photography Navigating HR compliance is an essential, yet complex aspect of managing a small business. With employment laws constantly evolving, small business owners face the challenge of ensuring their practices align with federal, state, and local regulations. Failure to comply can result in legal actions, financial penalties,…

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