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Bally's has new ownership after hedge-fund buyout. What does it mean for RI?
PROVIDENCE – Hedge fund Standard General, the majority shareholder in Bally's, which operates Rhode Island's two state-run casinos, has agreed to purchase the company's remaining shares, according to a Bally's press release. Bally's announced that it has accepted an $18.25-per-share buyout from Standard General, led by Bally’s chairman Soo Kim. ...
Ahead of the DNC, RI's Democratic delegates endorse a candidate
PROVIDENCE – Rhode Island's delegates to the Democratic National Convention have endorsed Vice President Kamala Harris for president. Their votes will not count until the official roll call, now slated for the first week in August. But a majority endorsed Harris as the party's nominee for president during a virtual meeting on...
Rhode Island’s Most Famous Sandwich Requires Extra Napkins
Our country is renowned for its delicious and diverse food options. Among these, one dish stands out for its widespread popularity: the sandwich. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), "approximately half of all American adults eat at least one sandwich on any given day." This immense popularity has led Vine Pair, a well-known newsletter, to compile a list of the best and most famous sandwiches in each state.
Babin receives national Innovation Award from APSE
The Rhode Island Developmental Disabilities Council has announced that Chepachet resident Sue Babin, director of the R.I. Self Employment Business Incubator Project, was awarded the 2024 David Hammis Employment Innovation Award at the national Association of People Supporting Employment First (APSE) Conference, held this June in North Carolina. Erica Belois-Pacer,...
To decarbonize, New England is betting big on offshore wind. Can it deliver?
PROVIDENCE, R.I. — Dozens of hard hats and yellow safety vests were neatly placed on folding chairs. A giant American flag hung from the rafters of a hangar-sized fabrication building. And cellophane-wrapped cookies with blue icing spelling out “Revolution Wind, powered by Ørsted and Eversource,” added the final celebratory touch. After a rough year for […] The post To decarbonize, New England is betting big on offshore wind. Can it deliver? appeared first on New Hampshire Bulletin.
Rhode Island health officials issue Overdose Spike Alert for Providence
The Rhode Island Department of Health has issued an Overdose Spike Alert for Providence. Officials said the alert is due to an increase in non-fatal opioid overdose activity. According to the alert, from July 18 to July 24, Providence exceeded its non-fatal opioid overdose threshold. There were 22 reports of...
One of the largest solar projects in RI generates enough power for 700 homes. What to know.
BRISTOL – The solar panels seem to go on forever – 20,692 of them stretching out in all directions. This is the view from within the largest solar project built on a closed landfill in Rhode Island, a 6.9-megawatt array installed on 90 acres on the east side of Bristol that is generating enough power for about 700 homes. ...
Rhode Island’s 35th annual Governor’s Bay Day will take place on July 28
Governor Dan McKee today signed an Executive Order at the Rocky Point State Park Fishing Pier in Warwick, establishing Sunday, July 28, as Rhode Island’s 35th annual Governor’s Bay Day. The event includes free parking at all Rhode Island state surf beaches on July 28. It allows recreational saltwater fishing without purchasing a saltwater fishing license from Friday, July 26, through Sunday, July 28.
Over 300,000 Rhode Islanders have unclaimed property. Here's how to check if you're one.
More than 300,000 Rhode Islanders have unclaimed property being held for safe keeping by the state government. And starting this week, there is a new website to find it: https://www.findrimoney.gov/ ...
North Kingstown/Wickford Crowned Rhode Island Little League Baseball Champions
The North Kingstown/Wickford All-Stars are the Rhode Island Little League Baseball State Champions. NK/Wickford earns a thrilling win over Bristol/Warren Wednesday, 7-5 in nine innings, to take the title. North Kingstown/Wickford advances to the Metro Region tournament in Bristol, CT.
Dartmouth Police Apprehended Two People In An Alleged Large-scale Retail Theft Ring In Massachusetts And Rhode Island
Local police have arrested two individuals from Massachusetts on charges of shoplifting. However, it is suspected that their involvement may extend beyond this crime. At around 1:00 p.m. last Friday, the Dartmouth Police were notified of a shoplifting incident at Kohl’s located at 81 Faunce Corner Road. The police have reason to believe that this shoplifting incident is linked to a bigger organized retail crime group.
Onward and upward for The Guild, brewers in Rhode Island
PAWTUCKET – There’s no doubt that the beer market is getting softer, says Jeremy Duffy, co-founder and managing partner at The Guild Brewing Company and vice president of the Rhode Island Brewers Guild, after what was a truly remarkable 16-year run. But softer is nowhere close to in...
R.I. GOP candidate off the ballot after elections panel rejects signatures
Kenneth Atkinson knew something was up when the Board of Elections called him at work last Friday afternoon. The very person he was challenging for the District 45 seat in the Rhode Island House of Representatives — Cumberland Democratic Rep. Mia Ackerman — was trying to disqualify signatures on the Republican hopeful’s nomination forms. A […] The post R.I. GOP candidate off the ballot after elections panel rejects signatures appeared first on Rhode Island Current.
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