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Governor’s Bay Day – Sunday, July 25, 2010
It is an incredible, fun-filled family-focused event that takes place at Goddard State Park, Roger Wheeler State Beach, Scarborough State Beach, Misquamicut State Beach, Fort Wetherill State Park, Colt State Park, and Brenton Point.
DISASTER AID TO RHODE ISLAND RESIDENTS TOPS $36 MILLION
WARWICK, R. I. – More than $36 million in grants and loans have been approved for residents of Rhode Island who are following the recommended steps for obtaining disaster assistance from the federal government, the Federal Emergency Management Agency announced today.
Operation On Eagles Wings
Operation On Eagles Wings has a large quantity of like new office furniture available to those businesses affected by the recent flooding as very low cost.
A New Kitchen Incubator slated for Rhode Island
To Our Every Company Counts Clients,
We are excited to inform you about an important development in our community that may offer you a unique opportunity to expand or showcase your specialty food, catering or restaurant business-- even your family farm. The State's first fully dedicated kitchen incubator, Hope & Main, is now being planned for the former Main Street School site in Warren, Rhode Island.
Important memo from The Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation reguarding disposal of debri from the recent flooding
The Rhode Island Resource Recovery Corporation (RIRRC) stands ready to assist our customers in managing the vast amount of debris expected to be generated from the recent flooding. This memo will address FEMA/RIEMA expectations, a new disaster debris waste code, cap concerns, and extended disposal hours.
Temporary space available for those businesses displaced by the flooding
Building speace available for immediate occupancy for those affected by the floods.
DLT and RIEDC Offer Rapid Response Sessions for Businesses
Rhode Island Department of Labor and Training and the Rhode Island Economic Development Corporation, in conjunction with local chambers of commerce and the Small Business Administration, is holding a series of Rapid Response sessions for area businesses impacted by the recent flooding. Sessions are free of charge, and businesses do not need to be members of their chamber of commerce in order to attend.
Energy Auditor Job Training Class
The Apeiron Institute for Sustainable Living, in partnership with the Community College of RI, proudly presents an Energy Auditor Job Training class that begins this month.
Start or Expand Your Career in the field of Residential Energy Efficiency! Build your resume with 9 state and nationally recognized certifications! Learn Hands-on with some of the State’s best known experts!
This Program Will Begin the Week of March 29th, 2010.
NEW ABC TV PILOT TO FILM IN RI
The Rhode Island Film & TV Office is pleased to announce that a new television pilot, BODY OF EVIDENCE, is slated to start filming in various locations throughout our State in March 2010. Pre-production has begun.
ABC Studios is returning to Rhode Island with a procedural drama that centers on a brilliant and tenacious female Medical Examiner, Megan Hunt. Her background as a neurosurgeon gives her a unique and refreshing crime-solving perspective, one that often puts her at odds with just about everyone who crosses her path.
New RIEDC Director Keith Stokes discusses his vision for Rhode Island
New RIEDC Director Keith Stokes discusses his vision for Rhode Island this morning at the Greater Providence Chamber's Business Over Easy. Laurie White, President of the Chamber, was the facilitator of the event.