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Thursday, August 06, 2020BankFive Appoints New Board Members and Corporators
BankFive appointed Michelle Pelletier Colberg and Lisa Graham to serve on the Board of Trustees. Michelle Pelletier Colberg, has owned and managed Jefferson Realty for 25 years with success in developing and managing more than 1 million square feet of commercial property in the SouthCoast. Lisa Graham has been a Partner at Norman & Graham CPAs for more than 15 years. She is a graduate of UMass Dartmouth with a BS in Accounting. In addition to the new board members, the following members of the
Thursday, August 06, 2020Restivo Monacelli LLP Announces Vicki L. Goetter as Firm Administrator
Restivo Monacelli LLP today announced the appointment of Vicki L. Goetter as Firm Administrator. As a key member of the Leadership Team, Vicki oversees the day-to-day operations and internal affairs of a talented, industry-leading team of 50 professionals that service clients nationwide. Vicki has 25 years of executive administration, human resources, and management experience, predominately in the public accounting and consulting industry. In addition, she has 10 years’ experience in private business
Monday, August 03, 2020Brown, Lifespan Launch Joint Center for Digital Health
Building on a decade of successful collaborations, Brown University and Lifespan, Rhode Island’s largest health system, announce the launch of the Brown-Lifespan Center for Digital Health. The Center for Digital Health’s mission is to utilize the best of technology to seamlessly maximize health and eliminate health disparities for both individual patients and larger populations, extending from the local to global communities. “Digital health technologies, from wearables to apps, are increasingly used
Monday, August 03, 2020TRACK SPONSORSHIP 2020
We have HATCH SPEEDWAY and now we are looking for another sponsor to sponsor our TRACK TWO "RACEWAY"! Ask me how you can be a sponsor of the worlds largest indoor racetrack with tons of perks!!! INCLUDED IN TRACK SPONSORSHIP>Over 500,000 annual impressions >Track naming rights >Branded signage on track >18x8 banner on the track ($5,000 value) >Company logos on corresponding track door entrances >Branding on track video to be created and used with paid Facebook/Instagram Ads >Logo and website link on
Monday, August 03, 2020Bristol County Savings Completes Acquisition of Freedom National Bank Release
Patrick Murray (right), President and CEO of Bristol County Savings Bank, celebrates the completion of the acquisition of Freedom National Bank with Anthony Botelho, Senior Vice President/Director of Market Development for Bristol County Savings Bank and former President and CEO of Freedom National Bank.Bristol County Savings Bank, a Massachusetts chartered savings bank with headquarters in Taunton, Massachusetts, is pleased to share the exciting news that Freedom National Bank, based in Greenville, Rhode
Friday, July 31, 2020Richard J. Petrucci, Jr. Joins PG&Co as Partner
Piccerelli, Gilstein & Company, LLP (PG&Co) is proud to announce that Richard J. Petrucci, Jr., JD, CFP®, has joined the firm as partner effective August 1, 2020. Rick will oversee the firm’s Estates, Gifts and Trusts Tax Planning and Compliance services. “Rick brings a tremendous breadth of estate and business planning experience that is certain to benefit individuals and businesses alike, particularly during a time when clients are feeling vulnerable and uncertain about their futures,” said William J.
Wednesday, July 22, 2020Attorneys Ralph B. Gillis and Stephanie F. Friedel Expand Duffy & Sweeney Team
The law firm of Duffy & Sweeney is pleased to announce the addition of Ralph B. Gillis and Stephanie F. Friedel to its attorney team.As a senior associate, Ralph Gillis continues his practice in the banking-finance, business law and real estate areas, representing banks and business clients. He has handled all types of commercial finance and general business transactions for companies, large and small, including real estate and renewable energy developers, among others. He has represented banks in numerous
Tuesday, July 21, 2020Southwest to Offer Seasonal Daily Service to St. Louis with Same-Plane-Service to Houston Starting July 26
SOUTHWEST TO OFFER SEASONAL DAILY SERVICE TO ST. LOUIS WITH SAME-PLANE SERVICE TO HOUSTON STARTING JULY 26 Service available through August 10 also allows connections to numerous Heartland destinations T.F. Green Airport (PVD) and the Rhode Island Airport Corporation (RIAC) are pleased to announce that Southwest Airlines® will begin offering new limited-time daily service from T.F. Green Airport (PVD) to St. Louis Lambert International Airport (STL) with continuing
Tuesday, July 21, 2020Robinson+Cole Joins Law Firm Antiracism Alliance
Robinson+Cole has joined the newly-established Law Firm Antiracism Alliance (LFAA), an organization that is facilitating the coordination of its member firms to best enable legal services organizations, and the LFAA, to create large-scale, coordinated pro bono projects that address systemic racism. According to its charter, “recent events have affirmed and highlighted the need and responsibility for law firms to do more in partnership with legal services organizations to identify and dismantle structural
Wednesday, July 15, 2020Site Specific Appoints Vice President of Operations to Leadership Team
Site Specific is pleased to announce a new addition to the company’s Leadership Team. Earlier this week, John Pignataro joined Site Specific as Vice President of Operations. In his new role, John will lead the day-to-day operations for the Project Management and Field Operations teams and provide leadership and direction over the development and execution of Site Specific’s strategic plan for growth. John has over fifteen years of executive experience, the majority of which has been in the
Monday, July 13, 2020Johnson & Wales University, University of Saint Joseph Partner to Offer Expedited Pathway to Pharm.D. Degree
Eligible students can earn bachelor’s degree, Pharm.D. in six yearsPROVIDENCE, R.I. — July 13, 2020 – Johnson & Wales University (JWU), in partnership with the University of Saint Joseph (USJ), has launched a new 3+3 program that creates a pathway for qualified JWU students to earn a bachelor’s degree in biology and a Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.) degree in six years. The program, which is now available to students, maximizes the time and investment of students by providing a path to complete their studies
Thursday, June 25, 2020URI Announces Plans for a Fall 2020 Return to Campuses
From the University of Rhode Island on June 24, 2020: The University of Rhode Island will welcome back students, faculty and staff to our campuses this fall semester. Preparations for our students’ return have been underway to ensure our Rhody community can come back to campus this fall, with each of us playing a role to protect each other’s health and wellness. Our goal is to provide the highest-quality academic experience for our students in a manner that ensures their continued success and fully
Thursday, June 25, 2020Blue Cross & Blue Shield of RI to Provide $13.8M in Medical Premium Relief
Action represents latest step BCBSRI has taken to support Rhode Island businesses, individuals and families during COVID-19 pandemic Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island (BCBSRI) continues to take steps to support its customers and members during the COVID-19 pandemic. Due to the current reduced demand for healthcare services, BCBSRI has requested approval to issue a 10 percent medical premium credit for two months, or a total of $13.8 million, to its fully insured large group and small group
Friday, June 19, 2020RIDOT Returning Providence-Newport Ferry Service Starting June 26
Reservations strongly recommended; reduced passenger capacity this season in line with COVID-19 safety protocols The popular Providence to Newport Ferry, including weekend service to Bristol, is returning on Friday, June 26. The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) advises riders to plan ahead and make reservations, as capacity will be limited in accordance with COVID-19 public health protocols. To keep everyone safe, the number of riders on the 149-passenger ferry will be reduced based on
Wednesday, April 15, 2020Rhode Island Foundation Commits $100,000 to Close Tech Gaps for Students Statewide
Joins List of Philanthropic Donors – and Challenges Others to Match The Rhode Island Department of Education (RIDE) and Rhode Island Foundation have announced an opportunity for Rhode Islanders to help students and families struggling to access adequate distance learning technology and internet connectivity. Statewide, the majority of students are able to access distance learning opportunities using technology provided by public school districts. However, through constant contact with each local education
Tuesday, April 07, 2020Multi-Media Company Steer LLC Teams with Family Service of Rhode Island to Deliver Supplies
Multi-Media Company Steer LLC Teams with Family Service of Rhode Island to Deliver Supplies PROVIDENCE, RI, April 8, 2020--Steer LLC, a Providence-based multi-media company, has teamed with Family Service of Rhode Island’s BE SAFE campaign to deliver disinfecting wipes, hand sanitizers and other items to help the state’s low-income residents “be safe” from COVID-19. Steer LLC has donated use of a van and a driver to deliver “BE SAFE kits” to the doorsteps of needy children, seniors,
Monday, April 06, 2020Secretary Gorbea Announces Remote Online Notarization
Secretary of State Nellie M. Gorbea has announced an agreement with Governor Gina Raimondo that enables Remote Online Notarization to be permitted on a temporary basis. Remote Online Notarization will allow individuals to honor social distancing guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention during the COVID-19 pandemic during business transactions requiring a notary public. Remote Online Notarization is the process by which documents are notarized in an electronic form and the signer
