Posts Tagged ‘Business’
Problem Gambling: iGaming will be the high roller in addiction
When you hear “gambling,” what comes to mind? A gas station lotto ticket? A casino? Someone betting on horses? How old are the people in those scenarios? Do you hear “gambling” and think of a 14-year-old placing bets on their favorite esports team? What about a 10 year old opening “loot crates” in a video…
Read MoreWoonsocket native, Brooke Cooper, named GM of Woo Sox, led rebranding effort from Pawtucket
Longtime official is first woman to hold the post in franchise history Photo: Worcester Red Sox The Worcester Red Sox today announced they have promoted Brooke Cooper to Executive Vice President/General Manager. Now in her 10th year with the club, the native of Woonsocket, RI, had been Senior Vice President/Assistant General Manager since 2022 after…
Read MoreIn the News… summary for March 16, 2024
RHODE ISLAND & REGION Scandinavian nursing home will close though assisted living will stay open – families need to transition their family members 1st PFC Soccer game sells out for March 16th Bristol’s Seabra Market to close and become Clement’s Market VL Club on Federal Hill – 3 stabbings last weekend Laundry room opens at…
Read MoreBusiness Beat: Seven Hills Customized Employment Program proves model for success
Customized Employment at Seven Hills in Woonsocket, RI has been considered a success for Joe, whcontinues to prove the value of the program as he grows and progresses at work, and in life Seven Hills Rhode Island, a comprehensive health and human services organization supporting more than 1,000 residents throughout the state, has more than…
Read MoreWashington Bridge: “We understand the problem – and we have a plan to fix it”
A 3pm press conference revealed the future of the Washington Bridge – and the future of so many Rhode Islanders as they make their way around and about the state. Watch it, here: Washington Bridge update – https://fb.watch/qP0RRYxsIk/ The presentation began with the summary – the Westbound side of the Washington Bridge will need to…
Read MoreRI nonprofits: Deadline to register for United Way 401Gives
Friday is the Deadline for Nonprofits to Register for 401Gives – More organizations expected to participate than ever before as the state’s largest nonprofit philanthropic effort aims to raise $4 million+ in a single day April 1st – and with it, 401Gives – is just around the corner, and United Way of Rhode Island is reminding…
Read MoreJoin 1,000 Women, 80 businesses at RI Women’s Expo
RI Women’s Expo Returns to Crowne Plaza – more than 1,000 Women and 80 Local Businesses Pat Cruz Events is excited to bring you the Rhode Island Women’s Expo this Sunday, March 17th at Crowne Plaza in Warwick. Rhode Island Women’s Expo was founded by Pat Paolino Cruz in 2009 and is produced by Pat Cruz…
Read MoreFirst Responder Deal Days at Ocean State Job Lot
Special offer from region’s premier closeout retailer to give gift cards equal to 40% of $20+ purchase to all first responders and public safety workers from March 14th to March 20th Ocean State Job Lot (OSJL), the region’s premier discount retail chain with 153 stores across the Northeast, is pleased to announce the return of…
Read MoreRon St. Pierre, iconic Rhode Island broadcaster, writer for RINewsToday, has died
RIP Ron St. Pierre
Read MoreSBA Small Business Week award winners in Rhode Island: Brian Goldman, Big Blue Bug Solutions
The U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) has announced the 2024 Small Business Week award winners in Rhode Island. The nine award-winning small businesses and advocates are headlined by this year’s Small Business Person of the Year, Brian Goldman, CEO of Providence-based Big Blue Bug Solutions. Mr. Goldman will be joined by the other awardees, a group that…
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