Stacker compiled a list of the best-performing stocks in Rhode Island last week using data from IEX Cloud. Stocks are ranked by the highest percent price change from Jan. 12 to Jan. 19. Stocks headquartered in Rhode Island, listed on the Russell 3000 membership list, and a market cap over $5.0 billion on April 14th […]
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WWE leaning in to social media ahead of possible sale
By MICHELLE CHAPMAN AP Business Writer WWE, an organization that is already king of the ring on social media, will attempt to expand its online presence this year with the $6.5 billion sports entertainment company hinting that it may put itself up for sale. WWE surpassed 20 million followers on its flagship TikTok account during […]
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Island Wellness celebrates 4 years – with a new Providence location and philanthropic venture
When Casey and Nick Sanginario discuss their wellness centers, you can hear the pride and passion in their voices. Their Middletown location (102 West Main Rd.) recently celebrated its 4-year anniversary since opening its doors in 2018. The couple recently caught up with WhatsUpNewp to discuss their new Providence location, some new happenings, and reflect […]
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From strikes to labor laws: How the US adopted the 5-day workweek
It’s hard to imagine a world where Fridays don’t start the weekend, but the two-day weekend only rose to popularity in the 20th century. The five-day, 40-hour workweek became part of American labor law partly due to Henry Ford. In 1926, the founder of the Ford Motor Company took his six-day-a-week operation down to five […]
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Micki’s Mat, CJ’s Pub, Radisson Hotel Providence Airport, 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 exceptions. Here […]
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Groundswell’s expanded market opens April 15th
Located in historic Tiverton Four Corners, Groundswell is a multi-building culinary + grocery + home + garden destination that opened on November 1, 2020. You might have missed the opening in the midst of the pandemic, but Groundswell needs to be on your must-visit list this spring. An expanded Table + Provisions shop is scheduled […]
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VillageMD opens 12 new Village Medical clinics in Rhode Island
VillageMD announced today that it has expanded into Rhode Island, successfully opening 12 new Village Medical practices on March 1. The Village Medical clinics are located in Providence, Kent, Newport and Washington counties with nearly 70 primary care providers including experienced physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants. “We’re excited to open 12 new Village Medical practices in the Ocean State and […]