Who needs holiday presents when Rhode Island politics is the gift that keeps on giving? Thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual, your tips…
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Darin Early Leaving RI Commerce Corporation
RIPR political reporter Ian Donnis has learned that Darin Early, COO of the Rhode Island Commerce Corporation, is leaving in January and will be…
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RI Auditor, Commerce Corp. Offer Qualified Support For PawSox Deal
The Rhode Island Commerce Corporation and state Auditor General Dennis Hoyle have offered qualified support for the debt service obligations of a…
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Scott MacKay Commentary: Let’s Keep the Internet Open For All
The Internet has revolutionized communications in the 21 st Century. But RIPR political analyst Scott MacKay says this open communication system is…
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Indian Tech Company Infosys Plans To Add 500 Jobs In RI Over 5 Years
The India-based tech company Infosys plans to add 500 new jobs in Rhode Island over the next five years while creating its first U.S. hub for digital…
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Virgin Pulse Moving Global Headquarters To Providence
The health-tech company Virgin Pulse plans to move its global headquarters from Framingham, Massachusetts, to the Providence Journal Building in…
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TGIF: 20 Things To Know About Rhode Island Politics & Media
The heavy winds came, lots of Rhode Islanders lost power, and now we’re trying to move on. So thanks for stopping by for my weekly column. As usual,…
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Licht Leaving Raimondo’s Office, Gov. Names Replacement
Jeremy Licht, deputy chief of staff to Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo, is leaving the administration to return to the private sector, RI Public…
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Raimondo Maintains Her Support For PawSox Stadium Proposal
Rhode Island Governor Gina Raimondo said she stands behind the proposed deal for a new PawSox stadium in Pawtucket and disagrees with House Speaker…
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PawSox Stadium Proposal Hits Roadblock Over Undisclosed Financial Details
The chairman of the Rhode Island Senate Finance Committee said the committee will no longer consider the PawSox’ quest for a new stadium in Pawtucket…