More Rhode Island Business Headlines
RI BUSINESS
Can R.I. keep Hasbro toys from leaving the state? Pawtucket has an idea.
The former Apex department store building “is an opportunity for Hasbro to play a role in the re-imagination of downtown Pawtucket,” said Gaetan L. Kashala, the executive director of the Pawtucket Foundation.
RI ENVIRONMENT
Coastal council staff recommends rejecting R.I. country club petition for waters at seawall built without approval
But a Coastal Resources Management Council subcommittee holds off on a decision to let the Quidnessett Country Club make a presentation for reclassifying waters near the North Kingstown golf course.
With no end in sight, the Washington Bridge closure has upended life in parts of southeastern New England
The bridge that connects downtown Providence to East Providence has been the at the center of a crisis originally expected to last a few months.
Cox Communications sues R.I., says state could ‘waste’ federal broadband money
The cable company says Rhode Island is claiming Newport mansions as “underserved” internet areas
RHODE MAP
Could a sleek, waterfront headquarters near Brown and RISD keep Hasbro in Rhode Island?
If state leaders really want to prevent Hasbro from bolting for Boston in 18 months, they’re going to need to think about options outside of the toymaker’s current home in Pawtucket, according to Laurie White at the Greater Providence Chamber of Commerce.
INNOVATOR Q&A
Energy-generating cardio equipment at Brown University helps cut carbon emissions
Brown University senior Elina Pipa introduced the green initiative, which she calls an "alternative to the status quo."
COMMENTARY | STEVE McALLISTER
Push back on the NIMBYs and vote for the housing bond in November
Warwick City Council President Steve McAllister says the $120 million bond would add affordable housing and increase homeownership programs.
RI CRIME
Two R.I. men linked to crime ring that netted $12.3m selling stolen health and beauty products, prosecutors say
Two Rhode Island men are accused of being high-ranking members of an organized crime ring that made $12.3 million through the wholesale of stolen health and beauty products.