PROVIDENCE – The Washington Trust Co. has launched a series of community appreciation events throughout the month in celebration of its 225 years of continuous operation, a milestone that underscores its legacy as the oldest community bank in the United States and the largest state-chartered bank headquartered in Rhode Island. The celebration began on Aug. 11, […]| Providence Business News
PROVIDENCE – A month after the death of its managing director, David C. Sweetser, High Rock Development says it remains committed to the redevelopment of the “Superman” building. The company on Friday announced that Michael K. Crossen will serve as its new manager to “oversee projects throughout the region,” including the iconic skyscraper at 111 Westminster […]| Providence Business News
PROVIDENCE – Following a long period of enrollment decline, Rhode Island College is preparing to welcome its largest freshman class in 15 years this fall. RIC President Jack R. Warner largely credits this enrollment increase to the college’s Hope Scholarship, which launched in fall 2023 and provides eligible students with last-dollar tuition support during their […]| Providence Business News
SOUTH KINGSTOWN – A waterfront compound with two buildings on a narrow 0.32-acre lot overlooking Block Island Sound recently sold for $2.3 million, according to public records. The gated beachfront compound at 943 Matunuck Beach Road contains two buildings, a main house built in 1940, and a smaller cottage constructed in 2021, according to South […]| Providence Business News