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Economy

A crane ship in Narragansett Bay, supporting construction of offshore wind turbines, is part of what had been a growing sector of Rhode Island’s economy now under threat.
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Climate & Environment
Climate & Environment
‘Big Beautiful Bill’ Could Leave New England Clean Energy Projects Blowing in the Wind
Rhode Island had been poised to become a hub for offshore wind, but the new domestic policy bill debated overnight in the U.S. House could put that work in jeopardy
July 3, 2025
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David Wright
Emil Wolferseder of Exeter pumps gas at the Mobil station on South County Trail in Exeter on Tuesday, July 1, 2025, the first day a 3-cent increase in Rhode Island’s gas tax took effect.
Article
Economy
Economy
Gas Tax Hike for RIPTA Fueled a Political Fight on Smith Hill. No One Noticed at the Pump…Yet
Bus agency eyes service cuts while advocates demand more long-term funding solutions
July 2, 2025
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Nancy Lavin
AirKraft, the official team plane of the New England Patriots, seen departing from Rhode Island T.F Green International Airport.
Article
Economy
Economy
One Dollar, Two Jets, and a Bunch of Ads. Patriots Stick With T.F. Green as Official Airport
June 30, 2025
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Christopher Shea
A view from a window in a conference room at Providence City Hall.
Article
Economy
Economy
Providence City Council Leaders and Smiley Agree to Seek 5.85% Tax Levy Hike
City officials vow to spread tax burden more evenly
June 27, 2025
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Alexander Castro
The damaged Matunuck Oyster Bar in South Kingstown is shown on Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the date of a devastating fire believed to have been accidental.
Article
Food & Drink
Food & Drink
Matunuck Oyster Bar Debuts Outside Dining July 1
June 26, 2025
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Nancy Lavin
Rhode Island regulators are giving would-be cannabis operators a second shot at a dispensary license in the northern part of the state after the original winner, R.M.I. Compassion Center, withdrew earlier in the year.
Article
Economy
Economy
Cannabis Regulators Accepting Applications For Northern Rhode Island Dispensary
June 25, 2025
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Christopher Shea
State health lab Director Dr. Glen Gallagher and Gov. McKee during the tour.
Article
Economy
Economy
New State Health Lab Taking Shape in Providence’s 195 District
The project is part of an effort to boost the life sciences in Rhode Island
June 24, 2025
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Ian Donnis
An annual update from Social Security says the safety net program's trust fund will run out of cash in eight years. After that, payroll taxes will cover only about 77% of expected benefits.
Article
Economy
Economy
Social Security Benefits Face Big Cuts in 2033, Unless Congress Acts
June 18, 2025
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Scott Horsley
A sign explains the effect of delta-9 THC at Bottles Fine Wine on Providence’s East Side. Next to the sign are boxes of hemp-derived beverages.
Article
News & Culture
News & Culture
Hemp-Derived THC Drinks Could Face More Regulation Under Proposal in R.I. House
June 18, 2025
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Christopher Shea
Advance America, which offers short-term loans that can reach up to 260% interest and fees per year, operates eight storefronts in Rhode Island, including one in Pawtucket off North Main Street, pictured.
Article
Economy
Economy
Longstanding Payday Lending Reform Policy Poised for Passage in Rhode Island This Year
Compromise would make cap on loans take effect in 2027
June 16, 2025
 · 
Nancy Lavin
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