Posts Tagged ‘Business’
Burn with Kearns: Unlock explosive power after 40, safe and effective plyometrics – Kevin Kearns
by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise, fitness Unlock Explosive Power After 40: Safe & Effective Plyometric Training for Aging Athletes As we age, maintaining explosive power becomes more important for functional fitness and overall well-being. Whether you’re 40, 50, or beyond, incorporating plyometric exercises can help you stay agile, improve coordination, and boost strength—all…
Read MoreApplebee’s anchor for Garden City in Cranston brings attention on restaurant fires
Photo, top: Silvia Louro, resident, Garden City, Cranston “I’m grateful everyone is safe and sound, and our firefighters are safe, “said Cranston Mayor Hopkins. That was the final word from a late morning gathering at the site of a “total loss” fire at the Applebee’s Restaurant at the far end of Garden City Shopping Center.…
Read MoreState-of-the-art Casino Training Academy at CCRI, sponsored by Bally’s
CCRI Celebrates Grand Opening of New Casino Training Academy, Sponsored by Bally’s Corporation The Community College of Rhode Island today officially opened its Casino Training Academy, sponsored by Bally’s Corporation, a state-of-the-art home for the college’s newest training offering, Introduction to Table Games Dealer Training. CCRI Interim President Dr. Rosemary A. Costigan joined Speaker of…
Read MoreOut and About in RI: RI Minority Elder Task Force Everyday Heroes Celebration
Photos: Janette Conway, Susan Sweet, Herb Weiss The Everyday Heroes Celebration was held on October 6th to a packed crowd as awards were made to: Dwight Rockett, Domingas Moreira, Herb Weiss, Vivian Graham and St. Martin de Porres Center. Here are some photos from the RI Minority Elder Task Force event: ___ A special congrats…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week: Network at Nite with Navigant
Network At Nite With Navigant [Proclamation Ale Company] Expand your circle of contacts. This is a fantastic opportunity to connect with peers, exchange ideas, and foster new professional relationships. Enjoy a tasting of the beverages crafted by Proclamation Ale Company! The event will be held on Wednesday, October 16th, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Beer…
Read MoreGov. McKee to hold Washington Bridge update with RIDOT, after failed public virtual meeting
After a failed ZOOM meeting held last Friday night at 6pm – one that would last less than 12 minutes and take no questions from attendees that had been submitted, Governor McKee has set a time to update Rhode Islanders on the “Washington Bridge demolition and the new procurement for reconstruction”. That “Update” will be…
Read MoreIn the News… recap for week ending Oct. 12, 2024
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Brown Univ. endowment returns 11.3% – pre-pandemic return level Stop & Shop’s 5 Connecticut stores to close by end of October; Parking lots and shelves empty. 3 students at Northeastern Univ. diagnosed with Chickenpox – all live off campus Maiz – a Mexican restaurant with another location in SK is opening…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Hospital Association of RI appoints Howard Dulude, interim president
The Hospital Association of Rhode Island (HARI) has appointed Howard Dulude as its new interim president, the board of trustees announced today. Dulude, an experienced healthcare and finance policy leader, will focus on guiding hospitals and health systems through Rhode Island’s changing healthcare landscape, the board said. Dulude has served as vice president at the…
Read MoreClothes to Kids Rhode Island, in Johnston, one of 20 nonprofits receiving grants from BankRI
Clothes to Kids Rhode Island, which helps low-income and in-crisis school children With back to school and the start of fall often a time of increased need in the community, Bank Rhode Island (BankRI) has provided funding to local nonprofits to support their vital work. The bank awarded a total of $69,500 in grants to…
Read MoreNational Manufacturing Day event this week. Career experience for students, employers
Photos from video, PolarisMEP Each year in Rhode Island and across the US, companies and educators find way to celebrate “Manufacturing Day” (MFGDay) to help the younger generation see themselves in high-skills, well-paying jobs. This year in Rhode Island, on Wednesday, October 9th, 8am to 2:30pm over 350 high school students will join over 30…
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