Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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MVYRADIO awards ‘Business Diversity Initiative’ grants
MVYRADIO announced this week that it has awarded the latest round of quarterly ‘Business Diversity Initiative’ grants.This round of grantees includes the local businesses: Cape Cod Nail Company in Mashpee; HomeGrown Tours in Oak Bluffs; and Sideline Sports in Vineyard Haven. These businesses will each receive a total of sixty underwriting messages on MVYRADIO to […]
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People’s Credit Union kicks off Centennial Celebration
People’s Credit Union has announced the kick-off of a year of activities to celebrate the Credit Union’s 100th year of service to its members and the community. The Credit Union’s centennial celebration started with a formal ceremony held at their Newport branch on Memorial Boulevard on February 1st with an Official Proclamation reading from the Mayor of […]
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Now Hiring: 77 job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Rhode Island Home Show returning to Providence after 3-year COVID-19 hiatus
The Rhode Island Home Show is set to return to the Rhode Island Convention Center in Providence this April, following a three-year hiatus due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The show, led by the nonprofit Rhode Islander Builders Association (RIBA) and among the oldest privately-organized efforts in the country, will run April 7 – 10. “We were […]
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Economic impact of PPAC’s “Hamilton” estimated at $5.5 million
Providence, RI – J.L. “Lynn” Singleton, President and CEO of the Providence Performing Arts Center (PPAC), announced today the results of an Economic Impact Statement, just completed by Advantage Marketing Information, to gauge the impact that the Theatre’s two-week return engagement of HAMILTON had on the state of Rhode Island. The results, which were tabulated from an online […]
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Marina Cafe & Pub announces it’s ‘going out of business’
Goat Island’s Marina Cafe and Pub announced via social media on Saturday, January 15 that it is going out of business. Update – Marina Cafe and Pub reopening on May 25 “After 13 years of fun and celebrations the Marina Cafe and Pub is going out of business. A proposal to extend our lease has […]
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Residential Properties Ltd. sets new statewide MLS record with over $1.3 billion in sales
Celebrating its 40th anniversary this past November, Rhode Island’s largest independent brokerage, Residential Properties Ltd., completed a record-setting year in 2021 by posting a new all-time mark with over $1.3 billion in Statewide MLS sales volume. This comes after a 2020 campaign which saw RPL become this first and only company to ever top the […]
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Storage Facility, Glamping Investment Resort, and other businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest listings on BizBuySell and LoopNet show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are occasional […]
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Now Hiring: 100 job opportunities available right now in the Newport area
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Small Business Administration extends deadline for annual awards nominations
The Small Business Administration has extended its deadline for submission of nominees for its prestigious local Small Business Awards to January 28. The awards recognize outstanding companies or individuals in several categories. “If you or someone you know has an inspiring small business success story to tell or maybe they’ve played a supporting role in […]
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TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marina acquires Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boat Yard
TPG Hotels, Resorts & Marinas today announced the acquisition of Conanicut Marina and the Taylor Point Boat Yard, both located in Jamestown, RI. “Conanicut Marina and Taylor Point Boatyard are tremendous additions to our growing marina portfolio and are prime examples of the types of properties we seek to acquire,” said Robert Leven, Chief Investment […]
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New Year, New Job? Here are 70 job opportunities available right now
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Mozz scheduled to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February
If you like cheese, you’ll be happy to learn that Newport’s cheese scene is about to get a major upgrade: Mozz (pronounced “mots”) is slated to open in Bellevue Gardens Shopping Center in February 2022 and will offer fresh mozzarella di Bufala made daily, as well as other cheeses, breads, and imported Italian specialty items. […]
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Banquet facility, tanning salon, and other businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island
The latest listings on BizBuySell show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are occasional exceptions. Here […]
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Mitchell named AARP Volunteer State President
Marcus Mitchell of Providence, has been named AARP Rhode Island Volunteer State President, according to a press release released by the local organization. Mitchell replaces Phil Zarlengo, whose term expires Dec. 31. Mitchell is the founder of Shere Strategy Enterprises, a boutique strategic solutions company which focuses on crisis management, small business start-ups and conflict […]
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PEAK Event Services names Jennifer Gullins its new President and CEO
PEAK Event Services announced today that its Board of Directors has named Jennifer Gullins as President and Chief Executive Officer. According to PEAK, Gullins will succeed Co-CEOs Bob Traina and Larry Green. Gullins brings more than 20 years of industry experience to the role with a passion for customer centricity and keen focus on people and culture. Joining PEAK Event Services […]
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Coffee Grinder to permanently close its doors on Bannister’s Wharf at the end of the month
The Coffee Grinder today announced that it is permanently closing at the end of this month. The Announcement End of an era as the Coffee Grinder closes its doors on Bannister’s Wharf Coffee Grinder will be closing its doors at the end of December. I am sad to share that my lease is not being […]
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Now Hiring: 75 job opportunities available in and around Newport right now
Looking for a new gig, job, or career in or around Newport? Here’s a roundup of some of the companies that are hiring right now in the Newport area. All jobs were posted or provided to us within the last seven days and are located within five miles of downtown Newport. Are you a business […]
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Freedom Boat Club acquires franchise locations in Newport, Portsmouth, Warwick, and Barrington
Freedom Boat Club, a Brunswick Corporation business, announced today that it has acquired the Freedom Boat Club of Rhode Island franchise operation and territory. The acquisition includes all four current Rhode Island-based locations – Newport, Portsmouth, Warwick, and Barrington, as well as the rights to expand and build new club locations throughout Rhode Island, according […]
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Newport Car Museum has welcomed nearly 50,000 people through its doors this year
Portsmouth’s Newport Car Museum this week announced that it has broken some its own attendance records, exceeding expectations since opening. More from Newport Car Museum Opened just four and a half years ago, the Newport Car Museum in Portsmouth, R.I. has become a recognized worldwide tourist attraction, maturing well beyond its basic ability to draw off […]
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Restaurants, escape rooms, and other businesses for sale in Rhode Island
The latest listings on BizBuySell show all kinds of businesses currently for sale in Rhode Island. Reasons for selling, when provided, typically do not mention economic hardship, but more often involve the owner retiring or not having time to actively run the business. The names and locations are generally left out, but there are occasional exceptions. Here […]
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Airbnb hails ‘ownership economy’ in roundtable with Secretary Raimondo, says R.I. hosts have earned $210 million since 2010
Airbnb on Thursday released an economic report on the emergence of its platform and the importance of income for its 4 million hosts and the impact of revenue for approximately 100,000 cities and towns. The report was released ahead of a roundtable discussion on Thursday with Airbnb Co-Founder and Chief Strategy Officer Nathan Blecharczyk, US […]
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Jamie Coelho named new Editor-In-Chief of Rhode Island Monthly
Rhode Island Monthly Communications, Inc. today announced that Jamie Coelho will be the new editor in chief of Rhode Island Monthly. The announcement comes shortly after the magazine’s current editor-in-chief, Sarah Francis, decided to step down to focus more on freelance opportunities. Jamie Coelho. Photo courtesy of Myke Yeager Photography. “Sarah Francis has made many contributions to Rhode Island Monthly over […]
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SBA calls for 2022 Small Business Award Nominations
The Small Business Administration has put out its annual call for nominees for its prestigious Small Business Awards, in which it recognizes outstanding companies or individuals in several categories. Rhode Island winners then compete regionally and nationally with company and individual winners from other regions. Awards are presented at ceremonies during Small Business Week, which […]