The Latest: Region’s workforce shifting away from hospitality
Plus: What’s Up this weekend in and around Newport: Jan. 27 – 29
Region’s workforce shifting away from hospitality
A leading New England economist is suggesting that jobs in the region are shifting from leisure and hospitality to higher-paying industries, while job openings remain at “historic highs.”
What’s Up this weekend in and around Newport: Jan. 27 – 29
Improv with The Bit Players, Aquidneck Growers Market, Winter Speaker Series, and more.
Adoptable Cat of the Week: Jake
“Jake is a shy but sweet gentleman. He really loves a nice window to look out where he can stretch and relax to his heart’s desire”
Middletown moving forward with school plans – without regionalization
The Town Council said Wednesday night the study of a new middle-high school on property just north of Gaudet Middle School should continue. #MiddletownRI
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Governor McKee proposes $7 million investment in preserving Pre-K seats
Governor McKee Continues #RIReady Budget Tour by Highlighting Proposed Investments in Pre-K
Gary Furtado named President of Narragansett Council, Boy Scouts of America
Gary Furtado recently retired from Navigant Credit Union, where he served for 44 years, 35 of those as President and CEO.
The Ocean Race, Leg 2: Slowly sliding south
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