In The Arena: Joe Paolino Jr. interviews Liz Tanner, RI Secretary of Commerce

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Each week Joe Paolino Jr. interviews leaders and influencers in Rhode Island. This week he talks with Liz Tanner, Secretary of Commerce for the State of Rhode Island. They talk about economic development, high speed rail and transportation, regional commerce issues, the blue economy, and more. Be sure to listen to In the Arena every…

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Seeing a Christmas yet to come if we fail to change the path of homelessness in RI – Mary T. O’Sullivan

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by Mary T. O’Sullivan, MSOL, with Nancy Thomas, publisher “Like you, I know people who drink, people who do drugs, and bosses who have tantrums and treat their subordinates like dirt. Were they to become homeless, some of them would surely also become ‘alcoholics,’ ‘addicts,’ or ‘mentally ill.” – Elliot Liebow (Publisher’s Note: Two years…

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14 Rhode Island farms receive Agricultural Energy grants for solar, renewable energy projects

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Governor McKee, RI Office of Energy Resources and Dept. of Environmental Management Announce Recipients of RI Agricultural Energy Grants Governor Dan McKee, the Rhode Island Office of Energy Resources (OER) and the Rhode Island Department of Environmental Management today (DEM) awarded $256,000 in grants to help farmers “green” their agricultural operations, by reducing carbon footprint…

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Burn with Kearns: Unleashing your full potential, your untapped strength – Kevin Kearns

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by Kevin Kearns, contributing writer on exercise and fitness The Importance of Static Strength with the Burn with Kearns Philosophy Introduction: In the fast-paced world we live in, achieving optimal fitness requires a holistic approach that goes beyond the traditional notions of cardiovascular exercise and weight training. Enter the Burn with Kearns philosophy, a revolutionary…

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Study shows hospitality and tourism industry resilience, post-COVID, in Rhode Island

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In partnership with the RI Hospitality Association (RIHA), the Spring 2023 ECN-307 Introduction to Econometrics class at Salve Regina University has conducted a comprehensive analysis of Rhode Island’s hospitality and tourism industries’ recovery post COVID-19, under the guidance of Samuel Sacco, Senior Lecturer of Business and Economics; Stacey Carter, Strategic Partnership Officer; and Dr. Melissa Varao,…

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RI State Fire Marshal on fire safety over the holidays

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With Christmas less than one week away, the Office of the State Fire Marshal (OSFM) is reminding people about important information and providing qtips about Christmas tree fire safety. “Real Christmas trees, especially dry trees, pose a substantial fire risk this time of year,” said Rhode Island State Fire Marshal Tim McLaughlin. “Practicing smart fire safety…

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RI’s unique Medicaid, insurance expansion for Postpartum Doulas prioritizes maternal health

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Doulas are care providers who assist women during their pregnancies, perinatal, and birthing periods. A newer, more specific type of doula service – known as Postpartum Doulas – is becoming popular across the country as families seek support for the few weeks immediately following the birth.  Perinatal and Postpartum Doula services from Baby Bloom Newborn Care, are…

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Business Beat: Leaders join Community Advisory Board of United Way of R.I.

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Diana Capellan, Charles “Chachi” Carvalho, Paige Clausius-Parks, Frank Flynn, and Weaynonnah Nelson-Davies appointed At its recent 97th Annual Celebration event, United Way of Rhode Island installed a slate of five local leaders to its Community Advisory Board. The advisory board is a diverse group that lends its expertise, experience, and insights to help guide the…

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