Progreso Latino’s 49th Annual Gala, Noche Tropical
General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - August 25 & 27, 2026
General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - August 11 & 13, 2026
2026 LRI Golf Classic - Monday, August 3, 2026
Join Leadership Rhode Island for the 2026 Golf Classic at Wannamoisett Country Club on August 3.Bringing together more than 120 business and civic leaders from across Rhode Island, the Golf Classic offers a unique opportunity to connect with peers, strengthen relationships, and engage clients in a relaxed, high-quality setting. Hosted at one of the region’s premier courses, the event blends a top-tier golf experience with meaningful opportunities for connection, making it an ideal setting for both
General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - July 21 & 23, 2026
General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - July 7 & 9, 2026
Providence Children’s Museum Celebrates 49th Birthday with Free Day of Play on June 27
Providence Children's Museum Celebrates 49th Birthday with aFree Day of Play Sponsored by Centreville Bank Providence Children’s Museum is celebrating its 49th birthday with a Free Day of Play on Saturday, June 27, 2026, giving visitors the gift of play at no cost thanks to the generous support of Centreville Bank. On this special day, families are invited to enjoy all that the Museum has to offer—free of charge—from 9:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Children and their caregivers can explore hands-on exhibits,
Preservation Society Celebrates America’s 250th with Series of Events in the Newport Mansions
The Preservation Society of Newport County is getting into the Spirit of 2026 with an insightful exhibition, theatrical performances bringing Newport’s Revolutionary history to life, programs for children and a series of lectures by leading voices in the field of American history and arts. • Exhibition, June 26-Nov. 1, Rosecliff: “Revolution Reimagined: Evolving Stories from Newport’s Past.” Curated by Dr. Nicole Williams, the Preservation Society’s Curator of Collections, this exhibition explores
Henderson Roofing Cranston Office Grand Opening
General Dynamics Electric Boat: The Boat Program - June 23 & 25, 2026
Newport Flower Show Tickets on Sale
Tickets are on sale now for The Newport Flower Show, one of the country’s premier floral events, celebrating its 30th anniversary June 19-21 at Rosecliff. The show’s theme, “Pearls of Newport,” is named for the traditional 30th anniversary gemstone and evokes the elegance and sophistication of Newport’s Gilded Age as well as the city’s coastal and maritime identity. “The Flower Show is the best way to kick off the summer season in Newport,” said Trudy Coxe, CEO and Executive Director of The Preservation
Experience the Flavors of Narragansett Bay at Taste of The Bay
Save The Bay Hosts Annual Taste of The Bay with Over 40 Vendors On Thursday, June 18, Save The Bay’s annual Taste of The Bay fundraiser will highlight the flavors, sights and sounds of Narragansett Bay. The event, which follows Save The Bay’s annual meeting at 5:30 p.m., takes place from 7 p.m. - 9 p.m. at the organization’s coastal Bay Center headquarters in Providence. The organization will also be celebrating the 20th anniversary of the Bay Center. Attendees will enjoy tastings of locally created, grown
City of Providence All Industry Job Fair
Clambake: Creative Conversations
June 17th, 6 - 8 PMMoniker Brewery, 432 W Fountain St, Providence, RI 02903 Join DESIGNxRI to explore the fascinating world of product design and manufacturing, exploring what it really takes to bring an idea from a sketch on a napkin to a finished object. Featuring local industrial designer and entrepreneur Lukas Scheurer and machinist and problem-solver Adam Dau, the evening will unpack two very different approaches to making, from global manufacturing pipelines and patented consumer products to
Pulitzer-Winning Author to Speak at Rosecliff June 15
An economic boom leads to reckless speculation and borrowing, followed by the inevitable collapse: It’s a story that recurs throughout American history. But few such boom-bust cycles were as far-reaching as the Panic of 1873. Pulitzer Prize-winning author Liaquat Ahamed will explore the causes and consequences of this historic crisis in his talk on Monday, June 15, at 6 p.m. at Roseclif, where he will discuss his new book, “1873: The Rothschilds, the First Great Depression, and the Making of the Modern
The 2026 Providence-Newport Ferry Season Starts Friday, June 12
The 2026 Providence-Newport Ferry is scheduled to start tomorrow, Friday, June 12 and run through Monday, October 12. Now in its 11th year, The Rhode Island Department of Transportation (RIDOT) operates the ferry seasonally, with four daily roundtrips seven days a week. RIDOT began this popular ferry service back in 2016 to provide an alternative to automobile travel between Providence and Newport. To date, the ferry has carried 360,000 passengers. “We are delighted to again offer this service to Rhode
Osher Lifelong Learning Institute (OLLI) Summer Registration
Frank E. Thompson 8th Graders Visit BankNewport After Completing Financial Literacy Program
In partnership with the Rhode Island Office of the General Treasurer and Financial Literacy Initiative, eighth graders from Frank E. Thompson Middle School recently completed an eight-week financial literacy program this spring. To celebrate their work, participating students visited BankNewport’s Washington Square branch, where they learned more about careers in banking and what goes into operating a bank on a day-to-day basis.The program gave students a hands-on look at personal finance, banking careers
People's Credit Union Celebrates 18th Year Sponsoring the Newport Gulls' FANatic About Reading Program
For the 18th consecutive year, People’s Credit Union has partnered with the Newport Gulls by sponsoring the FANatic About Reading Program to promote the importance of reading for elementary school students on Aquidneck Island. The Newport Gulls collegiate athletes have been volunteering their time at local elementary schools to read books to children in their classrooms. As part of the program, players also hand out bookmarks and ask the students to read four books over the summer. Special this year,
People's Credit Union Lunch 'N Learn with Middletown Town Employees
People’s Credit Union recently held a Lunch n’ Learn for employees of the Town of Middletown. The workshop was conducted by Diane Crosby, Mortgage Advisor for People’s, and covered topics related to financial fitness, including understanding credit reports and scores, credit cards, and navigating the steps of a mortgage application. “We are excited to partner with the Town of Middletown to bring this type of education to the workplace. Our collaboration with the Town of Middletown continues to grow and
Welcome New Chamber Member Kb3 Advisors
Kb3 Advisors is an energy consulting firm that helps organizations procure their electricity and natural gas supply contracts in deregulated energy markets. We work with commercial and industrial clients to reduce energy costs and take the complexity out of navigating the energy market.Click here to learn more about us.
RWU Expands Blue Fellows Program for Second Year of Ocean Innovation and Student Research
The annual fellowship initiative grows from seven to 10 fellows, introducing new partnerships to advance ocean research and the blue economy. Roger Williams University (RWU) and its Center for Economic and Environmental Development (CEED) have announced the second annual Blue Fellows Program. The new season brings more opportunities for students to engage in marine research and entrepreneurship in support of marine science and sustainable aquaculture, both on campus and with industry
Sweeney Real Estate & Appraisal Announces their Relocation in Downtown Providence
Sweeney Real Estate & Appraisal proudly announces the relocation of their downtown Providence office to 56 Exchange Terrace, Suite 310, located at the East Office Building of Union Station, marking the next phase in the firm’s growth within Rhode Island’s commercial real estate market. After 11 years at the Turks Head Building, the move reflects their evolution and continued commitment to operating from the center of Providence, where the business has maintained a consistent presence for more than a
Annual Cox Impact Day includes $120,000 Grants to Rhode Island Nonprofits
State and local elected officials joined Cox Communications employees at the Rhode Island Statehouse for the annual Cox Impact Day. This event is a celebration of the local nonprofits who provide valuable services and Cox’s commitment to build a better future for the next generations. The day celebrated Cox’s investment throughout the state of Rhode Island including but not limited to Cox Charities Community Grants, Cox Innovation Labs at local Boys and Girls Clubs, James M. Cox Foundation Grants,
Beacon Bank Partners with FeedRI to Fight Food Insecurity
A team of 17 colleagues at Beacon Bank partnered Friday with the nonprofit FeedRI to help fight food insecurity in the state by volunteering at its site in Rumford, Rhode Island. The group stocked shelves, sorted pallets of donations, bagged fresh produce and filled refrigerators and freezers at Feed RI’s Hope Market. All proceeds from Hope Market help FeedRI deliver up to 150 pallets of free food every month to nonprofit organizations and community groups. In all, 23 of Beacon Bank’s 145 branches
DESIGN WEEK RI 2026 - Seeking Sponsorship Partners
DESIGNxRI is excited to share that DESIGN WEEK RI 2026 has been expanded in response to growing community interest, evolving into an inspiring eight-day celebration of innovation, connection, and the extraordinary design talent across Rhode Island. This year’s program runs September through November, and includes a robust schedule of talks, open studios, panel discussions and design experiences statewide. We are currently seeking sponsorship partners to help bring this expanded vision to life.
Beacon Bank among America’s Best Regional Banks for 2026
Beacon Bank has been recognized by Newsweek as one of America’s best regional banks for 2026, receiving the highest possible rating of five stars. Beacon Bank was selected from more than 8,800 banks and credit unions across the country that are committed to powering local economies by supporting businesses, financing community projects and providing reliable access to everyday banking services. Results were based on a comprehensive research study that combined, among other metrics, financial
Beacon Bancorp Reports Strong 2025 Results, Growth Initiatives at 2026 Annual Meeting
At Beacon Bancorp’s Annual Meeting on May 12, 2026, Patrick J. Murray, Chairman of the Board of Bristol County Savings Bank, underscored that the Bank’s strong financial performance and enduring commitment to the communities it serves are grounded in its “Putting People First” culture. Held at the Zeiterion Theatre in New Bedford, Massachusetts, a regional cultural landmark whose restoration and reopening the Bank was proud to support, the meeting also reflected the Bank’s longstanding investment in the
People's Credit Union Donates $5,000 to Good Dad Gang Charity Golf Tournament
Good Dad Gang x Sean Foley Invitational in Support of Annual Backpack Giveaway People's Credit Union has donated $5,000 as lead sponsor to the Good Dad Gang's annual golf tournament to be held on July 28th at Fall River Country Club in Massachusetts. World-renowned PGA golf instructor, Sean Foley, will serve as special guest and keynote speaker. "Good Dad Gang's backpack giveaway does something simple and powerful; it helps families thrive, and strong families build strong
Philip Fusco, P.E., PTOE Joins Pare Corporation as Vice President
Pare Corporation, a leading multi-disciplinary engineering firm, is pleased to announce that Philip M. Fusco, P.E., PTOE has joined Pare as Vice President in the Transportation Division. Fusco brings more than 35 years of experience as a professional engineer, project manager, and leader in the New England regional transportation market. Prior to joining Pare, Fusco served in leadership roles at multiple global engineering and professional services firms overseeing Civil, Highway, Traffic, and
Historic Storm Underscores Need as Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation Announces Latest Funding Round, Highlighted by Meals on Wheels Grant
Funding supports emergency food access, education, and community-based solutions addressing urgent and long-term needs.Meg Grady, Executive Director of Meals on Wheels of Rhode Island and Paola Fernandez, SVP, Community Development, Centreville Bank. The Centreville Bank Charitable Foundation has awarded $562,000 in total giving in its latest funding round, supporting a broad portfolio of community-based organizations and college scholarships designed to strengthen long-term economic mobility, expand
Roger Williams University Welcomes Dr. Brian G. Williams as Interim President
Williams succeeds retiring President Ioannis N. Miaoulis, bringing decades of experience in student-centered leadership and university administration. Roger Williams University welcomes Brian G. Williams, D.M., into his new position today as Interim President of the university. Williams will guide the institution through the upcoming academic year while advancing key strategic priorities focused on student success, academic excellence, community engagement, and institutional stability. Williams brings
Citizens Expands Community Impact Across Rhode Island As Part of Broader Commitment to Local Communities
Bank commits $1.5 million to workforce development and $155,000 to financial education programs in Rhode Island as part of a broader commitment to Ocean State. Citizens today announced a series of community investments that reinforce its long-standing commitment to Rhode Island, spanning financial education, workforce development, small business growth, and housing stability. “Rhode Island is our home state, and we’re proud to invest here—not just with capital, but with our more than 4,000 colleagues
Bristol County Savings Conducts Employee Volunteer Day at Non-Profits in Rhode Island
Bristol County Savings Bank and its 300 Employees Support the Communities they Serve with BCSB CARES: Employee Volunteer Day The entire staff at Bristol County Savings Bank (BCSB) donated their time and talents to area nonprofits last week during its fifth annual BCSB CARES: Employee Volunteer Day. The Bank closed all its offices, and more than 300 Bank employees, along with its affiliates, Bristol Wealth Group and Milestone Mortgage Solutions, spent the afternoon giving back at 18 different
RISD Museum Reunites Rare 19th-Century Japanese Surimono Albums in Landmark Exhibition Opening May 23
The RISD Museum presents The Artistry and Reunion of Two Surimono Albums, a major exhibition opening May 23, 2026, that reunites for the first time in nearly 100 years two extraordinary albums of Japanese surimono—luxurious woodblock prints that combine poetry, imagery, and exquisite craftsmanship. Originally assembled in Osaka in the late 1820s by poet Iga Kurimi, the albums bring together more than 175 works created by designers, poets, and printmakers working at the intersection of visual art and
Applications Close May 28 for Premier Maritime Technology Demonstration Event
Polaris Tech Bridge (formerly 401 Tech Bridge) is calling on innovators to apply for BlueTIDE 2026, a leading maritime technology demonstration event taking place August 27, 2026, in Newport, Rhode Island. Applications for the event’s in-water Collaborative Integration Opportunity are open through 11:59 PM ET on May 28, 2026. BlueTIDE, now in its third year, provides companies with a unique opportunity to demonstrate cutting-edge maritime and dual-use technologies in a live, mission-driven environment,
For Global Accessibility Awareness Day, Beacon Bank Announces Free Support for Visually Impaired Users at All Branches
Beacon Bank is pleased to announce free access at all branches to an on-demand service that connects visually impaired users to live, real-time guides who provide assistance through an app using the camera and microphone on the user’s mobile phone. The Aira Explorer service is available at the bank’s 145 branches, as well as for those who require additional assistance to access visual information in online banking and the bank’s mobile app. Among other things, it provides support navigating
BankNewport Appoints Tracy Bartucca as Vice President, Secondary Market Operations Manager
BankNewport is pleased to announce that Tracy Bartucca has joined the Bank as vice president, secondary market operations manager. In this role, Bartucca is responsible for providing oversight of secondary marketing operations, including loan delivery, investor compliance, pipeline management, and supervision of registration and post-closing staff. Prior to joining BankNewport, Bartucca spent 27 years with Main Street Bank in Marlborough, Massachusetts, where she held mortgage operations and retail
Providence Chamber Members Win $650,000 for Med Research
Rhode Island Foundation awards nearly $650,000 in seed funding for promising medical research Grants are intended to help emerging researchers advance projects to the point where they can compete for national funding The Rhode Island Foundation has awarded nearly $650,000 in seed funding to 26 promising medical research projects. The work ranges from improving patient adherence to GLP-1 based weight loss medications to training AI to accurately diagnose breast cancer. The grants
Portsmouth, RI Resident Appointed as New BankNewport Corporator
OceanPoint Financial Partners, Mutual Holding Company of BankNewport, Appoints Portsmouth Resident as New Corporator at Annual Meeting OceanPoint Financial Partners, MHC, the mutual holding company of BankNewport, announced the appointment of one new Bank Corporator during the organization’s annual meeting held on Monday, April 20, 2026. John JB (“J.J.”) Silvia, III, of Portsmouth, Rhode Island, was appointed as a new Bank Corporator. Corporators play an essential role in promoting the mission and
Beacon Bank Invests Nearly $600,000 in Local Nonprofits
Beacon Bank and the bank’s foundation invested nearly $600,000 in its communities through charitable giving and sponsorships to over 130 nonprofit organizations in Rhode Island, Massachusetts, New York, Connecticut and Vermont from January to March. “Our commitment to giving back is rooted in the communities we serve every day,” said Will Tsonos, president of the bank’s Rhode Island region. “These partnerships help address real needs and build a stronger future and better quality of life for the people
