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Rhode Island’s labor market weakened in Q2 2026 as workforce participation hits two-year low

Rhode Island’s labor market deteriorated in the second quarter of 2026, with workforce participation falling sharply and the number of employed Rhode Islanders declining for the fourth consecutive quarter, according to a new quarterly briefing released Monday by Bryant University’s Center for Global and Regional Economic Studies and the Rhode Island Public Expenditure Council (RIPEC). […]

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Movies and TV shows casting this week in Providence

Stacker compiled a list of projects casting right now in Providence and which roles they’re looking to fill, using listings from Casting Networks. Read on to see what is filming in your area and could be your breakout role. Grusho Anna // Shutterstock Gordie – Project type: television series- Roles:– Nu to Portray Funeral Goers […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Middletown-based SENEDIA receives $195,500 grant to continue defense workforce program

The alliance for defense technology and innovation headquartered in Middletown received a $195,500 grant to continue connecting job seekers with careers in Rhode Island’s $7.6 billion defense sector. Real Jobs Rhode Island awarded the grant to SENEDIA to fund its Defense Partnership Program, which offers direct hire opportunities, internships and training in defense-related fields. The […]

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Rose Island Lighthouse trust launches executive director search ahead of milestone 2026 season

Rose Island Lighthouse & Fort Hamilton Trust announced Monday the launch of a regional search for a new executive director as the organization prepares for a landmark 2026 season marking both its 40th anniversary and the United States Semiquincentennial. The full-time position offers an annual salary of $70,000 to $75,000 and is suited to mid-career […]

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J.T. Commons now hiring for front and back-of-house positions

J.T. Commons, the new restaurant set to open this fall in the former Foodlove Market space at 1037 Aquidneck Avenue in Middletown, is now hiring.  Front-of-house and back-of-house opportunities are available with full and part-time hours as well as flexible scheduling. Applicants can visit the restaurant for walk-in interviews and same-day hiring Monday through Saturday from 10 […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Judge temporarily blocks Trump plan offering incentives for federal workers to resign

By CHRIS MEGERIAN, COLLIN BINKLEY and BYRON TAU Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal judge on Thursday blocked President Donald Trump’s plan to push out federal employees by offering them financial incentives. The ruling came hours before the midnight deadline for workers to apply for the deferred resignation program, which has been commonly described […]

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Newport seeks more police officer applicants

Newport is expanding its search for new police officers by extending the application deadline to Friday, February 7. This move aims to bring in more candidates for entry-level positions. The city’s Human Resources Department pushed back the original February 4 cutoff to give potential applicants extra time to submit their materials. To be considered, you […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Rhode Island Life Science Hub funds research, workforce development

  The Rhode Island Life Science Hub announced today that it has awarded $128,810 in grants to fourteen different organizations in the state. This second round of funding aims to bolster Rhode Island’s life sciences sector by supporting research and workforce development. This funding follows an initial round of grants distributed in August, totaling $98,780. […]

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CCRI launches Casino Training Academy in Lincoln

The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) inaugurated its new Casino Training Academy on Thursday, October 3, 2024, at the Flanagan Campus in Lincoln. The academy, sponsored by Bally’s Corporation, offers a state-of-the-art facility for the college’s new “Introduction to Table Games Dealer Training” program. The program, which kicks off this month, is a free, […]

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Building Bridges: CCRI to host fair chance hiring summit

The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) will host its next “Building Bridges” event on October 4, bringing together employers, community organizations, and other stakeholders to discuss opportunities for people leaving prison. The event, titled “Building Bridges: Fair Chance Hiring Summit – Leveraging Fair Chance Hiring for a More Inclusive Rhode Island Workforce,” aims to […]

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CCRI launches new Table Game Dealer Training Program

The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI) will be offering a new training course for aspiring table game dealers in August. The six-week program, run in partnership with Bally’s, will teach participants the skills necessary to handle blackjack and other novelty games, as well as provide customer service, conflict resolution, and gaming etiquette. Students will […]

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New law guarantees domestic workers minimum wage in Rhode Island

By STEVE LeBLANC Associated Press Domestic workers in Rhode Island will now be paid the state’s minimum wage under a bill signed into law by Democratic Gov. Daniel McKee. Traditionally, domestic workers haven’t been given that protection as the Rhode Island minimum wage has increased because under state law, they weren’t considered employees. The new […]

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On wealthy Martha’s Vineyard, costly housing is forcing workers out and threatening public safety

By NICK PERRY Associated Press VINEYARD HAVEN, Mass. (AP) — Sheryl Taylor works as an administrator for Martha’s Vineyard Regional High School. Each summer, she has to leave the island or stay with friends because she can’t afford the high seasonal rents. How high? The average vacation home rents for $6,500 a week. “I have […]

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Movies and TV shows casting in Rhode Island

The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there are actors out there paying their dues and honing their craft in pursuit of a sustainable career or a fulfilling sideline. Submitting to casting calls is a big part of […]

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Now Hiring – What’sUpNewp: Local Government Reporter & Education Reporter

What’sUpNewp, an independent online news publisher, is looking for two new contributing reporters to join its growing team. The Local Government Reporter will cover what’s happening in government and politics across Aquidneck Island- meetings, zoning, planning, and more. This reporter will also be expected to cover breaking news in those topics, write daily stories, and […]

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Volunteers needed at Trinity Episcopal Church

Trinity Episcopal Church in Newport needs volunteers to help lead tours of the church and welcome visitors. If you can spare three hours a week, you could receive training to become a volunteer tour guide. Anyone interested must have good communication skills, be willing to learn about history and architecture, and is not required to […]

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Congressman Amo highlights Rhode Island jobs and Blue Economy Leadership in NOAA Budget Hearing

On Tuesday, June 5, Congressman Gabe Amo (RI-01) spoke about the recent groundbreaking for the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s (NOAA) Marine Operations Center-Atlantic at Naval Station Newport, a critical initiative to solidify Rhode Island’s leadership in the blue economy, at a House Science, Space, and Technology Subcommittee on Environment budget hearing titled “An Overview of the National Oceanic and […]

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Salve Regina offers a new online master’s degree to build expertise in high-purpose leadership

Salve Regina University announces a new online graduate program designed for individuals who seek to broaden their expertise in strategic management, organizational culture, sustainable business, and analytical decision-making. The 10-course master’s degree program in Organizational Transformation and Leadership will be offered this fall and can be completed in 12 months. Salve, a mission-driven institution focusing on five […]

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Newport Restoration Foundation to host Historic Masonry Workshop

Today, the Newport Restoration Foundation (NRF) announced its newest preservation trades training program in the Historic Trades Initiative, the Historic Masonry Workshop. Protecting Aquidneck Island’s extensive historic fabric requires a knowledgeable preservation workforce, and NRF, through its Historic Trades Initiative, extends the skills of tradespeople to work with historic materials. This four-day workshop offers a […]

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Fastest-growing jobs in Rhode Island

With the country eager to put the pandemic firmly in the rear-view mirror, the American economy continued to boom in 2023. The national unemployment rate remained around 3.6%, while the total number of people employed grew to roughly 152 million, up from 148 million in 2022. The economy has seen several significant changes in recent […]

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CCRI celebrates graduation of first cohorts of Rhode Island’s first Offshore Wind Safety Training Center

Thirty-nine local residents are the first to complete the Global Wind Organisation (GWO)-certified Basic Safety Training curriculum at the state’s only offshore wind safety training center and are prepared to continue building fulfilling careers in America’s fast-growing offshore wind sector. Located at the Community College of Rhode Island’s Lincoln Campus, the GWO-certified training facility is […]

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Quonset Business Park surpasses 14,000 jobs

Quonset Business Park has surpassed 14,000 jobs, marking the milestone of 13,000 jobs that it was created 15 months ago. “Quonset is a leading engine of economic activity and job growth and a perfect example of the economic momentum we’re seeing all across Rhode Island,” said Governor Dan McKee. “By making strategic investments in the […]

Newport Tree Conservancy is hiring a Program Director

Text by Newport Tree Conservancy Founded in 1987, the Newport Tree Conservancy ensures the health of Newport’s urban forest by planting and caring for city trees; propagating historically significant trees; and connecting the community to our work through robust education programs and volunteer opportunities. We work closely with the City of Newport toward achieving tree […]

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Demand for these health care jobs is increasing most in Rhode Island

Scrubs could become an essential part of the wardrobe for millions more Americans as health care jobs grow across the country. The aging U.S. population is rapidly increasing demand for many jobs in the health sector, which has become the fastest-growing part of the national economy. Although many medical jobs require advanced degrees—physicians, nurses, surgeons, […]

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Tiverton PD: Now hiring Police Officers

The Tiverton Police Department currently needs new officers and is seeking applications from qualified candidates. The department is seeking officers for several positions, including patrol, detectives, narcotics, traffic enforcement, and school resource officer. To be eligible for the entry-level position, applicants must be 18 years old, a U.S. citizen, and have either a high school […]

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Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium, RTX, and the University of Rhode Island collaborating to offer Sonar, Underwater Sound, and Undersea Systems Training

The Undersea Technology Innovation Consortium (UTIC) has announced a partnership with RTX (formerly Raytheon Technologies Corporation) and the University of Rhode Island’s (URI) College of Engineering to launch a professional development course on Principles of Sonar, Underwater Sound, and Undersea Systems. The course will run from January through April 2024. “Undersea technology requirements are constantly growing […]

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CCRI, Working Cities Newport and RI Dept. of Labor & Training to host Aquidneck Island Job Fair

The Community College of Rhode Island (CCRI), in partnership with Working Cities Newport and the Rhode Island Department of Labor & Training (RIDLT), is hosting an Aquidneck Island Job Fair. The event will take place at CCRI’s Newport Campus on Thursday, October 26 with the hopes of “providing an invaluable platform for job seekers and […]

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