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Washington Trust finances construction for new SK Chamber of Commerce

The Washington Trust Company's commercial lending group, is providing $400,000 in financing to the South Kingstown Chamber of Commerce for the construction of its new headquarters at 230 Old Tower Hill Rd. The construction will include a one-story, 1,800 s/f building. The SK Chamber of Commerce serves as an official tourist information center and promotes the South Kingstown economy in general, providing a reliable source of community information and business referrals. "Washington Trust is happy to provide financing to the South Kingstown Chamber of Commerce," said John Warren, chairman and CEO of The Washington Trust Co. "The new headquarters will enable them to better serve numerous businesses, residents, temporary residents and students in the community."
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Shawmut Design and Construction breaks ground on the 195 District Park Pavilion in Providence, RI

Providence, RI Shawmut Design and Construction celebrated the ceremonial groundbreaking for the 195 District Park Pavilion, marking the start of construction on a facility that will feature year-round dining and support space for park operations. In addition to the 3,500 s/f building, the project will include infrastructure upgrades
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Nine things left by the Navy that are key to success at Quonset today - by Steven King

Nine things left by the Navy that are key to success at Quonset today - by Steven King

The modern Quonset Business Park is Rhode Island’s leading engine of job creation and economic growth. The park hosts 239 companies and over 14,000 jobs. That success rests on the foundation of two neighboring, now-closed military bases built by the U.S. Navy
Quonset is an essential piece of Rhode Island’s proposed Green Bond - by Steven J. King

Quonset is an essential piece of Rhode Island’s proposed Green Bond - by Steven J. King

While Quonset is known as the region’s leading engine for economic development and job growth, equally as important is its role in protecting and preserving the environment. Home to more than 800 acres of open space, an 18-hole public golf course, four public beaches
The City of Warwick is the perfect choice - by Frank Picozzi

The City of Warwick is the perfect choice - by Frank Picozzi

The late summer sky was bright and the mood festive at the family-friendly “Best in Town” event at Rhode Island’s first Floor & Décor store. Those looking to make some home improvements strolled through the warehouse, admiring the well-stocked aisles, fair
Rhode Island is on the move - and there’s no better example than Quonset - by gov. Dan McKee

Rhode Island is on the move - and there’s no better example than Quonset - by gov. Dan McKee

This year has already brought significant economic progress in for the state of Rhode Island, and nowhere is this more noticeable than at the Quonset Business Park.