Posts Tagged ‘Business’
In the news… for the week ending for Sept. 30, 2023
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Lack of referees for local sports – 106 games have been moved from “Friday Night Lights” to Thursday night Cranston Fall Festival rescheduled to October 1st Cranston Fire Dept event (fundraiser for Oaklawn Ave. residents outplaced due to flood) rescheduled to Sept. 30th The National Association of State Directors of Teacher…
Read MoreWe Cook! Red Stripe’s Fried Shrimp – Chef Joe Peticca
Red Stripe’s Fried Shrimp Savor the irresistible flavors of Red Stripe’s Fried Shrimp at home! Each succulent shrimp is enveloped in a crispy, seasoned breading, delivering a harmonious balance of smokiness and spices that make this dish any seafood lover’s delight. Whether enjoyed as a specialty appetizer or a satisfying main course, Red Stripe’s Fried…
Read MoreRelief for winter heating costs for Rhode Islanders – apply, renew now
Governor Dan McKee and the Office of Energy Resources (OER) announced programs to provide relief on winter heating costs for Rhode Islanders following a Public Utilities Commission (PUC) vote on winter electric rates. $3 million in funding will be available for direct rate relief to low-income Rhode Island residents for the upcoming winter season. Additionally,…
Read MoreHomeless in RI: State funds $10 Million to 27 providers for shelter, services as cold weather looms
Wednesday morning, Rhode Island Housing announced new grants that have been made to address the homeless issue in the state – their announcement: Rhode Island Department of Housing Announces $10 Million in Awards to Prevent and Respond to Homelessness First round of determinations of funding for the FY24 Consolidated Homeless Fund have been issued to…
Read MoreURI wants to re-enroll students who left in COVID times. 775 told “there’s still a place for you here”
Opportunity renewed: campus partnership welcomes back those who left because of pandemic Photo, top: URI, Nora Lewis A team effort at the University of Rhode Island has built a roster for a new team of students at the University, returning to the University. When URI opened its doors to new and returning students last week,…
Read MoreNetworking Pick of the Week – Open House at Lonardo, Forte and Trudeau law firm, Warwick
To celebrate both their recent Warwick opening and their initial success, the Law Firm of Lonardo, Forte and Trudeau, LLP., will hold an Open House at their new Warwick office, complete with a ribbon-cutting and informal networking opportunity. This event will take place on Thursday, September 28, at 2890 West Shore Road, from 2:30 PM…
Read MoreRhode Island now a PsyPact state, offering Telepsychology with providers from 39 states
Governor Dan McKee and the Rhode Island Department of Health (RIDOH) announced that Rhode Island has joined the Psychology Interjurisdictional Compact (PSYPACT), which will expand treatment options for people in need of care from a psychologist. Properly credentialed psychologists licensed and located in any of the other 39 PsyPact states can now apply to provide telepsychology services…
Read MoreIncreased funding must be tied to nursing home mandated minimum staffing – Herb Weiss
Increased funding must be tied to mandated minimum staffing – Herb Weiss By Herb Weiss, contributing writer on aging issues The Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) issued a proposed rule to establish comprehensive staffing requirements for nursing homes—including, for the first time, national minimum nurse staffing standards. The proposed rule seeks to would ratchet up…
Read MoreCentral Falls Police Chief Anthony J. Roberson graduates from the FBI National Academy
One hundred and ninety-nine law enforcement officers graduated from the FBI National Academy in Quantico, Virginia. The 287th session of the National Academy consisted of men and women from 46 states and the District of Columbia. The Chief of Police of Central Falls, Anthony J. Roberson, was one. The class included members of law enforcement…
Read MoreIn the news….updates for Sept. 23, 2023
RHODE ISLAND & VICINITY Central Falls Mayor Maria Rivera and Lt. Gov. Sabina Matos are co-chairing The Rodel Institute’s efforts in a few select states, RI being one, to build bridges where there has been partisan divide Gather RI, a new organization to promote women and on-binary people run for office has formed in RI…
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